New

Test Engineer

TEKsystems
$45.00 - $50.00 / hr
life insurance, sick time, 401(k), retirement plan
United States, Texas, Round Rock
Jan 07, 2025
Description OVERVIEW: Requires someone with more experience and capable of overseeing day-to day on the project; will be responsible for maintaining progress and providing updates Performs design, development, testing, analysis and documentation of analytical experiments that model anticipated performance of targeted products. Performs experiment design as well as development, testing, analysis and documentation of system performance characteristics. Assignments include testing and analysis of standard components, as well as evaluation of enhancements, and modifications to existing products. Responsible for executing performance evaluation in the development of new and existing products and technologies for Cloud Service Provider customers. Duties include building systems and executing performance testing RESPONSIBILITIES: Execute performance evaluation test on various products with limited or moderate scope & complexity. Uses tools appropriately with technical guidance and completes tasks as well as assignments with general direction. Follows standard Engineering practices under the direction of others. Implements work plans and schedules as assigned. Demonstrates self-initiative and seeks assistance as needed. Perform load tests to validate system performance and stability Provide technical assistance to improve system performance, capacity, reliability and scalability Perform root cause analysis of performance issues and suggest corrective actions Oversee system performance lifecycle and identify key metrics for performance improvements Evaluate system performances and recommend improvements Generate performance reports for management review Additional Skills & Qualifications - x86 system engineering experience with a focus on systems performance - Possesses good product/technology/industry knowledge regarding performance tools and test methods. - Proficiency in hardware, software, and/or operating system environments. - Good understanding of Server/Storage products, including devices and technologies such as Server BIOS and BMC, PCIe Switches, NVMe, and SAS/SATA drives, GPGPUs, PDUs, Serial Switches, etc., and deployment/management tools and capabilities. - Technical software experience that includes SW evaluation experience of server architecture including BIOS and IDRAC(BMC) interfaces - Analyze performance requirements, functional specifications, design specifications, test plans & documentation - Should be familiar with Intel/AMD whitepapers for x86 CPU/BIOS performance tuning - Experience with performance tuning tools - Expertise with Dell/EMC PowerEdge servers - Knowledge with routers, switches, KVM, DNS, PXE, WDS, VMWare - Good understanding of Linux environments and applicability of solutions based on Linux environments on top of enterprise-class dense and traditional server platforms - Linux scripting and automation development - Experience in running one or more benchmark tools for cloud workloads: oogle PerfKitBenchmarker, StreamMLC, HammerDB, FIO, LinPack, Spec Suite (int, float, jbb) Nice to have: - ARM experience - Experience as systems engineer/ working with systems Soft skills needed: Very detail oriented with good knowledge and application of engineering concepts. Good verbal; communication and written skills. Good problem-solving skills. Strong ability to organize and manage multiple projects, set priorities and ensure assignments are completed timely Results-driven ability to drive external teams to achieve business objectives Pay and Benefits The pay range for this position is $45.00 - $50.00 Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following: * Medical, dental & vision * Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital * 401(k) Retirement Plan - Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available * Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) * Short and long-term disability * Health Spending Account (HSA) * Transportation benefits * Employee Assistance Program * Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave) Workplace Type This is a fully onsite position in Round Rock,TX. Application Deadline This position will be accepting applications until Jan 18, 2025. About TEKsystems: We're partners in transformation. We help clients activate ideas and solutions to take advantage of a new world of opportunity. We are a team of 80,000 strong, working with over 6,000 clients, including 80% of the Fortune 500, across North America, Europe and Asia. As an industry leader in Full-Stack Technology Services, Talent Services, and real-world application, we work with progressive leaders to drive change. That's the power of true partnership. TEKsystems is an Allegis Group company. The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.