Lead Performance Tester — Architect of Scalable Systems

Xsolla; Kuala Lumpur; Hybrid; MYR 100,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

A global commerce company is seeking a Lead Performance Tester to spearhead performance testing strategies. This role requires a minimum of 8 years in performance, load, and scalability testing, with a strong command of tools like JMeter and LoadRunner. You will architect testing frameworks, mentor engineers, and ensure quality in fast-paced environments. The position is remote/hybrid, focusing on critical performance metrics and system optimization, contributing to a culture of continuous improvement.

Benefits

Health insurance (Medical, dental and optical)

Flexible hours

Free trainings and conferences

Qualifications

• 8+ years of hands‑on experience in performance, load, and scalability testing for large‑scale or enterprise systems.
• Advanced proficiency in performance testing tools like JMeter, LoadRunner, Gatling.
• Expertise in test scripting and automation using Python or JavaScript.

Responsibilities

• Lead performance testing strategies and frameworks across multiple systems.
• Design and execute tests that simulate real‑world traffic behaviors.
• Mentor QA engineers in performance engineering best practices.

Skills

Performance testing

Load testing

Scalability testing

API testing

Python

JavaScript

CI/CD integration

Analytical skills

Education

8+ years of experience in performance testing

Tools

JMeter

Gatling

LoadRunner

Datadog

Grafana

Job description

A global commerce company is seeking a Lead Performance Tester to spearhead performance testing strategies. This role requires a minimum of 8 years in performance, load, and scalability testing, with a strong command of tools like JMeter and LoadRunner. You will architect testing frameworks, mentor engineers, and ensure quality in fast-paced environments. The position is remote/hybrid, focusing on critical performance metrics and system optimization, contributing to a culture of continuous improvement.