Launchpad, a people-first technology company, is a leader in North America´s rapidly growing tech sector. Through two solutions, Launchpad supports its clients with digital transformation:
- PaasportTM, our iPaaS solution, streamlines software integration and automates workflows.
- Nearshore Staff Augmentation, our managed IT staffing service, connects top IT talent across various geographical regions, bringing industry expertise to leading clients.
Based in Vancouver, Canada, our operational footprint spans across North and South America, with a second headquarters in Santiago, Chile.
In 2023, our unwavering dedication to innovation garnered recognition as a Deloitte Technology Fast 50™ Program Company. Our clientele boasts industry leaders such as Walmart, GM, TIME Magazine, Salesforce, Tableau, Splunk, Bolt.com, Freedom House, and more.
At Launchpad, we genuinely care about our people as individuals. If you are looking for a team that values growth, drive, and passion for your craft, if you’re seeking a place to achieve your goals and dreams with fairness and integrity, then we’d love to hear from you.
Job Summary:
We are seeking a Performance Tester with expertise in performance testing and optimization. The ideal candidate will have hands-on experience in designing, executing, and analyzing performance tests using industry-standard tools. This role requires proficiency in scripting and working with modern performance testing frameworks and monitoring tools.
Responsibilities:
- Design and execute performance, scalability, and load testing for complex systems.
- Develop and maintain test scripts using tools such as JMeter and scripting languages like Python, JavaScript, Groovy, or Java.
- Analyze performance test results, identify bottlenecks, and work with teams to implement improvements.
- Monitor and gather metrics using tools such as Grafana, Kibana, and Elasticsearch.
- Build and maintain test environments, leveraging Docker and containerized setups.
- Collaborate with DevOps teams to integrate performance tests into CI/CD pipelines.
- Create comprehensive performance testing documentation, including test plans, scripts, and results reports.
- Ensure systems meet performance and reliability requirements under expected load conditions.
Requirements:
- 3-5 years of experience in performance testing tools, including JMeter.
- Proficiency in scripting languages such as Python, JavaScript, Groovy, or Java.
- Experience with monitoring tools like Grafana, Kibana, and Thanos.
- Knowledge of CI/CD tools (e.g., Jenkins) and containerization tools (e.g., Docker).
- Familiarity with Elasticsearch and distributed systems.
- Analytical skills to identify bottlenecks and optimize system performance.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Experience with Azure cloud environment.
- Knowledge of distributed tracing tools and performance profiling.
- Familiarity with Kubernetes for managing performance test environments.
Why work for Launchpad?
- 100% remote
- People first culture
- Excellent compensation in US Dollars
- Hardware setup for working from home
- Work with global teams and prominent brands based in North America, Europe, and Asia
- Training allowances
- Personal time off (PTO) for vacations, study leave, personal time, etc.
- ...and more!
At Launchpad, we genuinely care about our people as individuals. If you are looking for a team that values growth, drive, and passion for your craft, if you’re seeking a place to achieve your goals and dreams with fairness and integrity, then you are the future of Launchpad. Launchpad is committed to fostering a diverse and representative workforce and an inclusive work environment where all employees are respected and treated equally.
Are you ready to elevate your career at Launchpad? We want to hear your story! Contact us today.
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Your Digital Transformation Partner Launchpad is your technology partner, committed to driving seamless digital transformation. Specializing in app, data, and people integration, we supercharge your journey. Our iPaaS platform, PassportTM, simplifies software integration and workflow automation. We also have handpicked IT experts in your time zone, helping you launch faster, streamline your projects, and cut costs. Your digital future starts here. Learn more: https://www.golaunchpad.io
