Performance Test Engineer

Summary

Join TestPros, a leading IT support services company, as a Performance Test Engineer supporting the IRS. You will play a key role in ensuring the quality and performance of IRS applications and systems. Responsibilities include developing performance test scripts and environments, monitoring application and database performance, and generating comprehensive test reports and risk assessments. This position requires a minimum of 5 years of experience in performance testing and familiarity with tools like HP LoadRunner or IBM RPT. A Bachelor's degree in a related field is preferred. The role is remote with potential travel to New Carrollton, MD, and requires US citizenship and the ability to obtain Public Trust Clearance. TestPros offers a competitive benefits package including health insurance, paid time off, retirement plan, and professional development opportunities.

Requirements

• Minimum 5 years of experience in performance testing and tools (e.g., HP LoadRunner, IBM RPT)
• Understanding of IRS SLAs and performance modeling
• Working knowledge of agile methodologies (e.g., Scrum)
• Must be eligible to obtain a US security clearance
• IRS experience

Responsibilities

• Develop performance test scripts and environments
• Monitor and analyze application and database performance
• Generate test reports and risk assessments

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field (preferred)
• Familiarity with IRS testing methodologies (e.g., SAT, FIT) is a plus

Benefits

• Medical/dental/vision insurance
• Life insurance
• 3 weeks of paid vacation
• 2 weeks of paid federal holidays
• Education/training and professional certifications
• 401(k) retirement plan with up to 4% company match
• Opportunities for professional growth