Assist in the design, implementation and execution of Vista's performance testing strategy, including development and maintenance of the test platform and load tests across Vista's SDLC and SaaS environments. This Performance Engineer role is part of a team that carries out both performance testing and internal consulting activities, as well as training development teams to progressively take ownership of performance concerns.
About Vista
Vista is a world-leading company that makes software for the cinema industry. Started in Auckland, New Zealand, over 25 years ago, we now serve cinemas, film distributors, and moviegoers worldwide.
Our HQ is in the City Works Depot in Auckland. We have offices and subsidiary companies in Sydney, Los Angeles, London, Amsterdam, Cape Town, Shanghai, Mexico City, and Kuala Lumpur. We use the latest technologies and offer a fun, agile, and collaborative environment. We continue to innovate and build our reputation as one of the best Kiwi tech companies to work for.
Your Responsibilities Will Include: Performance Testing: Design, build and maintain Vista's performance testing platform, including processes, tools, and scripting frameworkWork alongside Development teams to design and implement load tests appropriate for purpose across the various Vista productsManage Vista's performance testing environments, both on-premise and SaaSExecute and analyse test results, reporting findings back to key stakeholders as requiredProvide training and guidance to development teams to help take ownership of their own performance testing assets and functions.Ensure quality of Vista releases through assessing performance risks of planned work and reviews of load test resultsRepresent Performance Engineering as a SME in development teams. Performance Troubleshooting: Provide performance troubleshooting and issue resolution services to both Services and Engineering teams as required, including customer engagement as necessaryProvide pro-active performance appraisal and best practice guidance for both customer and Vista managed implementations of our software products. Services Consulting: Advise the Services Teams on the creation and use of tools and technology used to diagnose customer system and database issuesConsult with the Knowledge Services team (as appropriate) to create required documentation.
Requirements
We're looking for:
Relevant tertiary qualification (computer science, applied maths/statistics or similar) or equivalent experience
Experience with troubleshooting complex technical issues
Knowledge of Load Testing techniques
Knowledge of performance testing and monitoring tools such as JMeter, Prometheus, Datadog, etc.
Knowledge and experience across multiple architectural areas, including client and server applications, databases, network technologies, and cloud
Ability to understand and process complex data sets, interpret metrics and derive conclusions
Ability to communicate ideas and concepts clearly and concisely to a variety of stakeholders, both verbally and via formal reporting
Enthusiasm for solving problems and figuring out "how things work"
A critical thinker: balancing scepticism and confidence, based on the strength of your evidence
Down to earth, pragmatic approach; ability to balance aspirational goals and direction with real world constraints and business reality
Experience working in a SaaS company is beneficial
For this particular role, we are currently only considering applicants with the right to live and work in New Zealand without the need for employer sponsorship.
Benefits
You will be supported to continually learn and improve your tech skills, share knowledge and ideas in the team, and be part of a dynamic and open culture. We have a range of benefits that include:
Hybrid working
Excellent work/life balance, including a 4 ½ day working week
Medical and Life insurance
Volunteer day, enhanced paid parental leave, and wellness benefits
Strong mentoring & career development focus
Fun team events including the Vista Innovation Cup
If this sounds like you, get in touch to find out more.
We value inclusivity, celebrate diversity, and are committed to offering equal opportunity to our staff and candidates — regardless of gender, age, race, ethnicity, marital status, disability, sex, sexual orientation, religious, ethical beliefs or political opinion. This commitment is reflected in all our employment policies and procedures.
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