Endava Perth, Western Australia, Australia
Performance Tester
Endava Perth, Western Australia, Australia
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Company Description
Technology is our how. And people are our why. For over two decades, we have been harnessing technology to drive meaningful change.
Company Description
Technology is our how. And people are our why. For over two decades, we have been harnessing technology to drive meaningful change.
By combining world-class engineering, industry expertise and a people-centric mindset, we consult and partner with leading brands from various industries to create dynamic platforms and intelligent digital experiences that drive innovation and transform businesses.
From prototype to real-world impact - be part of a global shift by doing work that matters.
Job Description
We are seeking a skilled and proactive Performance Tester to join our delivery team on a key client project. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in performance testing of web and API-based systems, with hands-on experience using modern open-source tools and CI/CD practices.
As a Performance Tester, you will be responsible for designing and executing performance tests, analyzing test results, and working collaboratively with development, DevOps, and business teams to identify and resolve performance bottlenecks. You’ll play a key role in shaping performance quality early in the SDLC and ensuring our applications meet non-functional requirements.
This is a permanent, full-time position that requires regular attendance at our client's office in Brisbane or Perth. Endava supports a hybrid working model.
Key Responsibilities:
* Develop, execute, and maintain performance test scripts and scenarios across APIs, web, and backend services
* Analyze performance test results, identify bottlenecks, and create detailed findings and recommendation reports
* Collaborate with developers, architects, DevOps, and QA engineers to assess and improve system performance
* Work with business stakeholders to define performance SLAs and non-functional requirements (NFRs)
* Integrate performance tests into CI/CD pipelines (Azure DevOps or similar)
* Use observability tools (e.g., Grafana, Prometheus, New Relic, AppDynamics) to monitor system behavior under load
* Participate in sprint planning and provide performance risk assessments
* Continuously improve performance testing processes and introduce early-stage performance practices (Shift-left)
* Mentor junior testers and support cross-functional knowledge sharing within the team
Qualifications
Essential Skills:
* 5+ years of experience in performance testing, analysis, and tuning
* 2+ years of experience in test automation using Playwright with TypeScript
* Strong hands-on experience with one or more tools:
k6, JMeter, Gatling, Azure Load Testing
* Programming/scripting proficiency in TypeScript, JavaScript, Java, or C#
* Solid understanding of API and web architecture and performance bottlenecks
* Experience testing in distributed systems and microservices environments
* Familiarity with performance monitoring tools (e.g., New Relic, AppDynamics, Grafana, Prometheus)
* Strong SQL skills to query and analyze backend data stores (e.g., SQL Server, PostgreSQL, MySQL)
* Experience working with Azure Cloud, Azure DevOps CI/CD pipelines, and Node.js-based applications
* Excellent analytical and communication skills for explaining performance risks and findings to technical and non-technical audiences
Nice to Have:
* Experience with additional cloud platforms (e.g., AWS, GCP)
* Familiarity with frontend performance tools (e.g., StiespeedIO, Lighthouse, WebPageTest)
* Knowledge of containerized environments (e.g., Docker, Kubernetes)
Additional Information
What We Offer You
While you may not possess all the skills mentioned above—nobody does—we are committed to supporting your growth through training, mentorship, and involvement in diverse projects across small and large teams. You'll collaborate with talented individuals in both business and technology, contributing to challenging and rewarding projects. At Endava, we take pride in our international environment that fosters professional and cultural exchange, nurturing ongoing individual development.
Benefits:
* Financial benefits include a competitive remuneration package, share success plan, bonus scheme, and equity scheme
* Work-life balance is supported through our hybrid working model, flexible working hours, and 20 days of remote work per year
* An inclusive parental leave policy that supports 12 weeks of primary carer’s leave and 4 weeks of secondary carer’s leave
* Recognition of length of service through an additional day of leave after years 3, 4, and 5 with a maximum of 3 extra days per year
* Learning and development opportunities to support professional growth:
Endava University, Pass IT On guilds, training, coaching, conferences, certifications, global online learning platform subscriptions, access to our Endava library, and more
* A monthly lifestyle allowance and access to well-being resources including EAP, Calm App, Sworkit App, and more
* In-person and online team-building events and activities to bring our people together
* Welcoming office spaces with access to fully stocked pantries and amenities
* Recognition awards aligned with our company values, including Zone Awards, E-Thank You, and Pin Awards.
Endava is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Endava does not discriminate based on race, religion, colour, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, non-disqualifying physical or mental disability, national origin, veteran status or any other status protected under federal, state, or local law. All employment is decided based on qualifications, merit, and business needs.
At Endava, we’re committed to creating an open, inclusive, and respectful environment where everyone feels safe, valued, and empowered to be their best. We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives—because we know that inclusive teams help us deliver smarter, more innovative solutions for our customers. Hiring decisions are based on merit, skills, qualifications, and potential. If you need adjustments or support during the recruitment process, please let us know.
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