Performance Test Engineer
JOB DESCRIPTION
Location: Shelton, CT
In this position, you'll be based in the above noted office for a minimum of three days a week, with the flexibility to work from home for some of your working week. Find out more about our flexible work culture at computershare.com/flex
We give you a world of potential
Computershare have a very exciting opportunity for a Performance Test Engineer to join our Technology Services team.
There are a few things that make this brand-new, exciting role stand out:
• Our leadership team are entirely invested in continually developing and training our staff, so you will have the opportunity to continue learning and progressing.
• We're on a journey to refresh the way we do things in the business to improve best practices within modern management, giving you a great opportunity to get involved in beginning phases.
• We encourage a flexible working environment to allow you to work the way that suits you best.
A role you will love
The Performance Test Engineer supports the Software Performance Test Manager on the performance test strategy across multiple applications with divisions throughout Computershare while reporting through Computershare Global Development. Working within the various projects the Performance Test Engineer will support the up lift of performance testing capabilities in the delivery teams through technical guidance, education, and mentoring.
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The role works closely with stakeholders and teams, drawing out performance requirements as well as providing guidance on approach and implementation and ensuring transparency on progress and insight into performance issues. The role will also provide support to development and architecture teams providing guidance on performance during architecture, technology selection and application development.
Other Key Responsibilities include:
• Contribute to performance testing activities across all divisions of Computershare, supporting the Quality Manager and aligning with the overall performance test strategy.
• Assist teams in defining and implementing performance test plans, ensuring results are reported clearly to support informed release decisions.
• Collaborate with stakeholders to identify performance requirements and ensure they are considered during planning and delivery.
• Execute performance tests and share insights to help teams understand system behavior under load.
• Provide technical input to improve system performance, capacity, reliability, and scalability, and help identify key metrics for reporting.
• Support the development and maintenance of monitoring processes and performance testing tools.
• Review and contribute to documentation such as design specifications, service transition plans, standard operating procedures, SLAs, and OLAs.
• Participate in working groups and communities to share knowledge and support continuous improvement.
• Stay informed on emerging technologies and practices and suggest improvements that benefit the business.
• Contribute to building a Performance Center of Excellence within Computershare
What will you bring to the role?
• Minimum of 2 years of experience in performance and load testing, including defining performance test plans and reporting results.
• Experience with performance testing tools, such as Tricentris Neoload or other comparable tools such as JMeter, LoadRunner, gatling, K-2 or Blazemeter.
• JavaScript experience would be beneficial but is not required.
• Experience or knowledge in Agile and DevOps including CI/CD.
• Experience in Azure Cloud functionality would be considered an asset.
Rewards designed for you
Paid parental leave, flexible working and a caring and inclusive culture.
Health and wellbeing rewards that can be tailored to support you and your family, including medical, dental and vision.
Invest in your future with 401k matching and tax-advantaged flexible spending plans, including healthcare, dependent care and commuter.
Income protection. Our package includes short and long-term disability benefits, life insurance and supplemental life insurance.
And more. Ours is a welcoming and close-knit community, with experienced colleagues ready to help you grow. Our careers hub will help you find out more about our rewards and life at Computershare, visit computershare.com/careershub.
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ABOUT US
A company to be proud of
We're a global leader in financial administration with over 12,000 employees across more than 22 different countries. At Computershare, it's more than just a job, our open and inclusive culture means that we will help you to grow, to move forward and make the most of our world of opportunities.
Fairness and culture
We're dedicated to providing you with the opportunity to succeed on your own merits, starting from the application process and continuing throughout your career with us. Our goal is to create an environment where everyone feels valued, to remove barriers and obstacles and ensure equal opportunities for all. For support with accommodations or adjustments during our recruitment process please visit computershare.com/access for further information.
ABOUT THE TEAM
Our Technology Services team is a place where new ideas and approaches are welcomed, and every individual is equipped and empowered to create change. We're a rapidly evolving and diverse global business and there is always something to learn, opportunities to explore and a broad range of career paths to progress along.
Perks and Benefits
Health and Wellness
Parental Benefits
Work Flexibility
Office Life and Perks
Vacation and Time Off
Financial and Retirement
Professional Development
Diversity and Inclusion