Lead Performance Test Engineer Are you ready to take the lead in shaping performance testing strategies for high-impact projects? This is an exciting opportunity for a

Lead Performance Test Engineer

to work on innovativecustomer solutions, with strong investment in

training, tools, and technology . You'll play a key role in driving product quality, solving complex problems, and ensuring systems perform seamlessly at scale. Why this role stands out Work on

innovative customer projects

that make a real impact Opportunity for

career progression

and leadership growth Access to the latest

test tools, cloud technologies, and automation frameworks Ongoing

investment in training and professional development Hybrid working model for flexibility and work-life balance What you'll do Analyse business scenarios and performance requirements Design and execute performance test scripts, workload models, and monitoring metrics Identify bottlenecks and recommend performance tuning improvements Deliver detailed test reports and actionable insights Champion best practices and testing strategies within a global team What you'll bring 10+ years' experience in performance testing, software R&D, or systems engineering Strong experience with tools such as

K6, LoadRunner, JMeter In-depth knowledge of

databases, cloud-based web architectures, and automation Practical skills in

C#, Web API testing, Azure

and modern test methodologies Strong problem-solving, troubleshooting, and data analysis skills Desirable extras Exposure to

Elasticsearch/Kibana, JavaScript, Git, Azure DevOps Knowledge of

Linux/Unix environments Experience with

security or performance non-functional testing Familiarity with

Power BI, reporting tools, and advanced data analysis Location: Southampton. Hampshire. Hybrid. 2 days onsite. Hit apply to upload your CV. Spectrum IT Recruitment (South) Limited is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy.

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