- Proficient in various types of Performance testing like - Load testing, Stress testing, Spike testing, Volume testing etc.
- Hands on experience in designing, implementing and executing Load test scripts.
- Ability to work independently and troubleshoot issues in the load and performance environment.
- Analyze application parameters like response time, memory usage, thread dumps, CPU utilization, throughput, latency, disk usage and network utilization.
- Based on performance testing results, should be able to recommend required code changes, application tuning etc.
- Expert in configuring Load test environments.
- Strong technical background in Performance testing techniques, Tools and understanding of Application architecture.
- Experience in Performance testing of web applications, web services and back end applications.
- Should be able to document and review performance test results with external groups/stake holders.
- Thorough understanding of Databases, web server and Application server is required. Oracle/WebSphere/Tomcat
- Demonstrate ability to manage and drive multiple projects within a dynamic environment.
- Experience in a global, multi-site, multi-function shared services environment is preferred.
- Excellent verbal and written skills.
Technical Skills Required:
- Strong background in the full Software Testing Life-Cycle (STLC).
- Expert level experience with HP Load Runner/Performance Center is a must.
- Release management and production certification.
- Experience with the following environments/languages Java, .Net, *nix, C/C++, Mainframe, Midrange, X86, ILOG JRules, WebSphere Application Server, Tomcat.
- Experience with multiple protocols like HTTP, HTTPS, TCP and technologies like JSON, HTML, XML and web services.
- Experience with Performance test tools like JMeter, SoapUI, Fiddler, Firebug etc is plus.
- Experience with diagnostics tools to identify root cause like SiteScope, Wily and AppDynamics