Senior Performance Test Lead

Allianz Australia; Sydney; Hybrid; AUD 140,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Inclusive culture

Work-life balance

Career development

Financial and well-being perks

Employee share purchase program

Job summary

Allianz Technology in Sydney is seeking a Senior Performance Test Lead to drive performance testing across complex programs and ensure scalable, reliable applications. You will lead testing strategy, execution and governance, while partnering with stakeholders to deliver high-quality outcomes.

You will mentor testing resources and champion continuous improvement in a hybrid work environment that balances collaboration with flexibility.

Qualifications

• Experience leading performance testing across large, complex enterprise apps.
• Ability to articulate testing requirements, risks and recommendations to stakeholders.
• Hands-on performance, load, stress and scalability testing with guidance to teams.

Responsibilities

• Lead planning, execution and governance of performance testing across programs.
• Define and implement performance testing strategies, frameworks and best practices.
• Partner with business and delivery stakeholders to meet non-functional requirements.
• Analyze results, identify bottlenecks and recommend performance improvements.
• Lead and mentor testing resources and foster a culture of quality.
• Drive governance, reporting and stakeholder communications for delivery success.

Skills

Performance testing leadership

Stakeholder management

Test strategy development

Mentoring testing teams

Tools

LoadRunner

Job description

SENIOR PERFORMANCE TEST LEAD - ALLIANZ TECHNOLOGY - IT DELIVERY - SYDNEY

With over 13,000 employees across 20+ countries, Allianz Technology is the go-to technology partner for Allianz Group companies across the world. We're all about crafting world-class, agile, and sustainable IT solutions that power a seamless digital journey for our customers. From massive IT infrastructure projects like data centres and networks to innovative application platforms in workplace services, data science, and customer interfaces, we're at the forefront of building the future.

We're proud to be a global pioneer of change, as single centre of excellence, acting as Allianz's digital backbone worldwide. With our streamlined approach, we simplify Allianz's business operations wherever they are, by delivering full-scale, end-to-end IT solutions for Allianz in the digital age.

Let's care for tomorrow, so we can create a better future together, for everyone.

About the role

Join Allianz as a Senior Performance Test Lead and play a key role in ensuring the performance, scalability and reliability of business-critical applications. You will lead performance testing initiatives across complex technology programs, driving testing strategy, execution and continuous improvement while partnering with stakeholders to deliver high-quality customer and business outcomes.

• Lead the planning, execution and governance of performance testing activities across complex technology programs and projects.
• Define and implement performance testing strategies, frameworks, tools and best practices to ensure scalable and reliable solutions.
• Partner with business, technology and delivery stakeholders to identify performance risks and ensure non-functional requirements are met.
• Analyse test results, identify bottlenecks and provide recommendations to improve application performance and stability.
• Lead and mentor testing resources, fostering a culture of quality, collaboration and continuous improvement.
• Drive governance, reporting and stakeholder communications to support successful delivery of high-quality technology outcomes.

About you

• Demonstrated experience leading performance testing activities within large, complex enterprise environments, including the delivery of performance testing across business-critical applications.
• Proven experience developing and documenting performance testing strategies, frameworks and approaches, with the ability to articulate testing requirements, risks and recommendations to a broad range of stakeholders.
• Strong stakeholder management and communication skills, with the ability to translate complex technical concepts into business language and influence decision-making at all levels.
• Extensive hands-on experience conducting performance, load, stress and scalability testing, while providing direction and guidance to performance testing teams on test design, execution and best practice.
• Strong knowledge of performance testing tools and technologies, including LoadRunner and other industry-standard performance testing and monitoring solutions.
• Proven ability to balance strategic leadership with hands-on delivery, partnering with technical teams to execute complex testing initiatives and drive performance optimisation outcomes.

Benefits and perks

• Inclusive Culture: Join a supportive, open-minded team focused on customer outcomes, bringing your authentic self to work every day!
• Work-life balance: Enjoy our flexible, hybrid work arrangements, and tailored workplace adjustments, where possible.
• Career Development: Access mentoring, development and global mobility opportunities for growth and success, including access to over 10,000 learning resources.
• Financial and Well-being Perks: Enjoy discounts on Allianz products, retail, tech, and travel, plus financial wellness initiatives and the Employee Share Purchase Program- own a piece of your employer!
• For more details about our benefits, visit the Allianz Careers site.

About our culture

We care about everything that makes you, you. We believe in a workplace that celebrates inclusion and equal opportunity, where people of all genders, ages, religions, sexual orientations and abilities are not only welcomed but valued for the unique perspectives and talents they bring to work. We're committed to fostering an environment where everyone belongs and can thrive and reach their fullest potential.

Adjustments and support

If you require any support and adjustments to participate equitably in our recruitment process, we encourage you to reach out to *******@allianz.com.au for a confidential conversation.