Job Description
Job Summary :
We are seeking a skilled and analytical Performance Engineer to join our engineering team. The ideal candidate will have strong experience in performance analysis, diagnostics, and tuning using tools like heap/thread dump analysis, profiling, and SQL optimization. Proficiency in at least one programming language and solid database knowledge is required.
Key Responsibilities :
- Conduct in-depth performance analysis of applications and systems.
- Perform heap dump and thread dump analysis to identify memory leaks, deadlocks, or thread contention.
- Use profiling tools to detect bottlenecks in code and improve system performance.
- Collaborate with development teams to recommend and implement performance optimizations.
- Write and optimize complex Oracle SQL queries for high performance.
- Work closely with QA and DevOps teams to support performance test planning and execution.
- Document findings, performance baselines, and tuning strategies.
Must-Have Skills :
- Strong experience in Heap Dump Analysis and Thread Dump Analysis.
- Proficiency in at least one programming language: Java, C++, or Python.
- Hands-on experience with Oracle SQL and query performance tuning.
- Knowledge of profiling tools such as JProfiler, VisualVM, YourKit, etc.
- Understanding of JVM internals and memory management (if Java is the main language).
- Good problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
Good to Have :
- Experience with load testing tools (e.g., JMeter, LoadRunner).
- Knowledge of cloud environments (AWS, GCP, Azure).
- Familiarity with CI/CD pipelines and DevOps practices.