5+ years of experience in performance testing within complex enterprise environments
1+ years of hands-on experience performance testing Appian applications (preferred)
3+ years of experience in a technical consulting or client-facing role
Proven experience designing, developing, and executing performance test plans, scripts, and scenarios, including results analysis and reporting
Proficiency with performance testing tools (e.g., JMeter, Groovy)
Strong understanding of performance metrics such as response time, throughput, concurrency, and resource utilization
Experience analyzing performance data and identifying root causes across application, database, and infrastructure layers
Proficiency in writing SQL queries and stored procedures
Demonstrated knowledge of data objects and data architecture
Experience gathering throughput and SLA requirements from business stakeholders
Proficient in analyzing Appian logs and system information to diagnose performance issues
Experience mentoring or advising junior performance engineers
Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail
Excellent communication and collaboration skills
Experience supporting performance efforts in structured or regulated environments (federal experience a plus)
Ability to obtain and maintain a Secret clearance

Senior Performance Test Engineer – Appian

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