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Location: UK remote work (Very occasional office travel)
Contract: £400 to £450 p/d Inside IR35 contract

Overview
We are seeking an experienced Quality Engineer (Performance & Resilience Management) to lead non‑functional testing (NFR) activities within a major Energy & Utilities programme. This role involves overseeing performance testing across complex systems, ensuring stability, scalability, and resilience of critical applications.
Key Responsibilities

Lead the performance test team and manage day‑to‑day test activities.
Conduct performance testing questionnaire evaluations.
Prepare detailed Performance Test Plans and Performance Closure Reports.
Gather and validate Non‑Functional Requirements (NFRs).
Develop and maintain scripts using Python, Groovy, and custom code where required.
Execute performance tests using recognised tools such as JMeter and LoadRunner.
Monitor application performance using tools including Grafana, New Relic, AppDynamics, and ELK.
Analyse performance test results, identify bottlenecks, and provide actionable recommendations to development teams.Required Skills & Experience

Proven experience as an NFR Lead Tester.
Strong background in performance testing and performance engineering.
Hands‑on experience with:
JMeter, LoadRunner
Python, Groovy, custom scripting
Grafana, New Relic, AppDynamics, ELK
Ability to analyse performance issues and drive resolution with development teams.
Excellent communication and documentation skills.

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