Performance Test Engineer

Extia; Lombardia; Hybrid; EUR 45,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

Meal Vouchers

Transit/Transport support

Flexible Schedule

Training Plan

Team Events

International Environment

Great Place to Work

Job summary

Extia is seeking a Performance Test Engineer in Milan to safeguard system resilience, focusing on performance, capacity, and high availability. You’ll translate Non-Functional Requirements into actionable objectives and work within Linux and AWS environments on a hybrid schedule.

You will design automated tests, report KPIs, and collaborate with architects and developers to optimize complex systems while upholding Extia’s people-first culture and flexible engagement models in Italy.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in technical testing methodologies (Performance, Load, Stress, and High-Avail ability).
• Strong hands-on experience with Linux and AWS; real-time systems is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Define, implement, and monitor comprehensive test plans focused on performance, capacity, and high availability.
• Design and execute automated tests using a modern stack including Python, Jenkins, Ansible, and Grafana.
• Build and maintain a suite of technical non-regression tests for long-term stability and system integrity.
• Provide detailed KPI-based reports on test coverage, execution results, and system health to stakeholders.
• Collaborate with architects, developers, and system experts to identify bottlenecks and resolve complex issues.
• Operate within Linux-based environments and leverage AWS cloud platforms for testing and deployment.

Skills

Python

Jenkins

Ansible

Grafana

Linux

AWS

XRAY

Tools

Grafana

AWS

XRAY

Job description

Do You want to join a company that places people at the heart of its concerns? We are waiting for you at Extia!

Since 2007, Extia, an IT consulting firm, has been offering a unique approach in its field, combining well-being at work and performance . A successful model: more than 3000 Extians working in 20 agencies in France and abroad, 3rd Great Place To Work® in France. At Extia, we follow a very simple yet effective philosophy: “First who, then what”! So let’s do it together!

You are a detail-oriented problem solver who views "reliability" as a mission, not just a metric. You possess deep analytical skills, thrive in complex technical environments also fluency in english and available to work hybrid in Milan.

Then What

We are looking for a Performance Test Engineer to join one of our project team in Milan. In this role, you will be the guardian of system resilience, focusing on performance, capacity, and high availability. You won't just find bugs; you will design the strategies that ensure our critical applications remain robust under pressure, translating complex Non-Functional Requirements into actionable technical objectives.

Key Responsibilities

• Define, implement, and monitor comprehensive technical test plans focused on performance, capacity, and high availability.
• Design and execute automated technical tests using a modern stack including Python, Jenkins, Ansible, and Grafana.
• Build and maintain a suite of technical non-regression tests to ensure long-term stability and system integrity.
• Provide detailed reporting using KPIs to communicate test coverage, execution results, and system health to stakeholders.
• Partner with architects, developers, and system experts to identify bottlenecks and resolve complex technicalissues.
• Operate within Linux-based environments and leverage AWS cloud platforms for sophisticated testing and deployment.

Key Requirements

• Proven experience in technical testing methodologies (Performance, Load, Stress, and High-Avail
• ability).Proficiency in automation frameworks and DevOps tools (Jenkins, Ansible,
• Python).Strong hands-on experience with Linux and AWS; experience with real-time systems is a signific
• ant plus.Solid understanding of system architectures, networks, and databases, with the ability to tune hardware/software parameters for peak per
• formance.Familiarity with performance metrics such as response times, CPU consumption, and network
• latency.Experience managing test scenarios in XRAY and a background in Python (knowledge of C/C++ is a plus).

Why join Extia?

At Extia, we firmly believe in our motto: “First Who, Then What.” the person comes first, the project comes second.

We match your workflow: Whether you are looking for long-term stability or independent consulting, we’ve got you covered. We offer Permanent Contracts (CCNL Commercio) with a RAL between €45.000 - €55.000, as well as Freelance / Partita IVA arrangements with a daily rate aligned with your experience.

Real Flexibility: A model adapted to your project and your work-life balance.

Personalized Training Plan: We design your professional evolution roadmap together with you.

Triple Follow-up: A Business Manager, an Administrative Manager, and an HR contact always by your side.

Competitive Benefits Package: Health Insurance + Meal Vouchers + Transit/Transport support.

International Environment: More than 3,000 employees across Europe and Canada.

Great Place to Work: A culture based on proximity, transparency, and genuine support.

Events, Afterworks, and Active Community: Team buildings, solidarity actions, meetups, internal celebrations… we love sharing moments beyond work!