Senior Performance Testing Engineer

You could be the one who changes everything for our 28 million members by using technology to improve health outcomes around the world. As a diversified, national organization, Centene's technology professionals have access to competitive benefits including a fresh perspective on workplace flexibility.Position PurposeImplements and executes all forms of performance testing services using automated testing tools to identify system bottlenecks and to ensure system reliability, capacity and scalability. Designs, develops, and writes performance test scripts and applies performance engineering best practices to drive innovation of performance engineering services. Optimizes the overall test process to attain efficiency for the enterprise.Designs, builds, tests and deploys effective testing solutions which measure the performance of internally developed products and alerts of any discrepancies or defectsApplies automated tools in testing applications across all phases of the Software Development Life Cycle (SDLC)Creates charts of performance test results for further investigation and showcase impact on performance to stakeholdersTranslates performance specifications/requirements/criteria into effective test designs and test casesAbilities to conduct performance testing within Agile processSupports the test team by recommending tools and processes to improve performance of internally developed productsIdentifies regression testing needs by creating and maintaining an Automated Performance Test SuiteProvides timely project-related data as required in applicable systems. Ensure timely reporting and responses to stakeholdersProvides leadership, mentoring and technical oversight within teamPerforms other duties as assignedComplies with all policies and standardsEducation/Experience A Bachelor's degree in a quantitative or business field (e.g., statistics, mathematics, engineering, computer science) and Requires 4 – 6 years of related experience.Or equivalent experience acquired through accomplishments of applicable knowledge, duties, scope and skill reflective of the level of this position.Technical SkillsOne or more of the following skills are desired.Knowledge of Software Development; Software Development Life Cycle especially with US Healthcare domain knowledgeKnowledge of Neoload or other industry standard Performance testing tool, Chaos/Resiliency EngineeringExperience with Programming Concepts; Programming Tools [Python and Java]Knowledge of CI/CD tools, App monitoring tools like Dynatrace, SplunkExperience with developing performance test automation suite for microservice based applications that use cloud technologies such as Containers, Kubernetes, Kafka, Object store, etc.Knowledge of IVR testing tools such as CyaraExperience with development of application changes, testing the changes and driving continuous delivery transformation within Scrum teamsKnowledge of AWSSoft SkillsSeeks to acquire knowledge in area of specialtyAbility to identify basic problems and procedural irregularities, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusionsAbility to work independentlyDemonstrated analytical skillsDemonstrated project management skillsDemonstrates a high level of accuracy, even under pressureDemonstrates excellent judgment and decision making skillsPay Range $87,000.00 - $161,300.00 per yearCentene offers a comprehensive benefits package including competitive pay, health insurance, 401K and stock purchase plans, tuition reimbursement, paid time off plus holidays, and a flexible approach to work with remote, hybrid, field or office work schedules. Actual pay will be adjusted based on an individual's skills, experience, education, and other job-related factors permitted by law, including full-time or part-time status. Total compensation may also include additional forms of incentives. Benefits may be subject to program eligibility.Centene is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to diversity, and values the ways in which we are different. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or other characteristic protected by applicable law.Qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered in accordance with the LA County Ordinance and the California Fair Chance Act