
Performance Test Engineer with experience in banking
TAT IT Technolgies • Abu Dhabi, Abu Dhabi Emirate, United Arab Emirates
**Role & seniority: ** Performance Test Engineer (hands-on), 5+ years experience; urgent requirement
**Location & work type: ** Abu Dhabi, UAE (work type not specified; likely onsite/relocation based on location)
**Stack/tools: **
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Performance testing: JMeter, K6, Gatling (or equivalent)
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Observability/APM: Dynatrace, Grafana (or equivalent)
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CI/CD: Jenkins, GitHub Actions, GitLab (also mentioned)
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Mobile testing tools (examples): Firebase Test Lab, BrowserStack, Android Profiler, Xcode Instruments
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Platforms/infra: Docker, Kubernetes, AWS, Azure
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Automation/scripting (preferred): Python, Groovy, Shell
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Databases (preferred): MySQL, PostgreSQL, Oracle
**Top 3 responsibilities: **
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Design, develop, and execute load/stress/endurance/scalability performance tests for API, Web, and Mobile
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Analyze performance metrics and perform root-cause/bottleneck analysis across frontend/middleware/backend; recommend tuning/optimization
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Integrate performance testing into CI/CD and collaborate with Dev/DevOps/SRE/mobile/infrastructure to meet SLAs and UX benchmarks
**Must-have skills: **
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Banking domain experience
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Strong performance engineering background (minimum 5+ years)
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Proficiency with JMeter / K6 / Gatling (or equivalent)
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Experience testing APIs, Web, and Mobile for performance/scalabilit
Full Description
We have an urgent requirement for Performance Test Engineer with experience in banking domain is required for our banking client in Abu Dhabi UAE
From designing and executing robust performance test strategies across API, Web, and Mobile platforms to identifying system bottlenecks and optimizing application scalability,--Must
Ensuring our digital channels deliver reliable, responsive, and high-performance experiences for our customers.--Must
Banking Domain --Must
Role Purpose
We’re seeking a hands-on Performance Test Engineer with strong expertise in JMeter / K6 /Gatling or equivalent performance testing tools, and a deep understanding of performance
behavior across API, Web, and Mobile applications. The ideal candidate will be skilled atanalyzing metrics, identifying bottlenecks, and collaborating closely with Development,DevOps, and SRE teams to ensure optimal system scalability and stability that meets defined SLAs and user-experience benchmarks.
Key Responsibilities
Design, develop, and execute performance test scripts for API, Web, and Mobile platforms using JMeter / K6 / Gatling or equivalent performance testing tools· Define and execute load, stress, endurance, and scalability tests to assess system behavior under varying conditions· Analyze application performance across frontend, middleware, and backend layers to identify potential bottlenecks· Build realistic workload models and performance baselines aligned with business transactions and traffic patterns· Collaborate with development, DevOps, mobile app, and infrastructure teams to identify and resolve performance issues· Conduct detailed root-cause and bottleneck analysis, recommending tuning and optimization solutions· Integrate performance testing within CI/CD pipelines (Jenkins, GitHub Actions, GitLab) for continuous validation· Utilize APM and observability tools such as Dynatrace and Grafana for performance visualization and alerting· Track and report key performance indicators (KPIs) — response time, throughput, latency, error rate, and resource utilization· Prepare and present detailed performance reports and dashboards for leadership and technical stakeholders
Required Skills & Experience
Minimum 5+ years of hands-on experience in performance testing and engineering
Strong proficiency with JMeter / K6 / Gatling or equivalent performance testing tools Proven experience in testing API, Web, and Mobile applications for performance and scalability Good understanding of frontend rendering, API latency, and backend throughput analysis Exposure to mobile performance testing tools (e.g., Firebase Test Lab, BrowserStack, Android Profiler, Xcode Instruments) Experience with CI/CD tools (Jenkins, GitHub Actions) and integration of performance tests into build pipelines Experience with Dynatrace, Grafana, or equivalent observability platforms for performance visualization and alerting Familiarity with containerized and cloud environments (Docker, Kubernetes, AWS, Azure) Strong analytical, debugging, and system-tuning skills Excellent communication and reporting abilities
Preferred Qualifications
Experience in capacity planning and scalability assessments across digital channels Proficiency in scripting languages (Python, Groovy, or Shell) for automation and data correlation Familiarity with database performance tuning (MySQL, PostgreSQL, Oracle) Certification in Performance Testing / Engineering (e.g., JMeter Certified Tester, LoadRunner Professional) is an advantage Strong sense of ownership and collaboration mindset across cross-functional teams Self-driven and adaptable with attention to detail in fast-paced environments
Skills: api,jmeter,performance testing