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Senior Performance Engineer(m/w/x)

Genf, Zürich
Full-timeWith Home OfficeSenior

Optimizing Proton VPN's end-to-end performance, developing distributed testing systems for network conditions. 5+ years in performance engineering or systems QA required. Stock options, transport cost support, daily lunch.

Requirements

  • 5+ years of experience in performance engineering or systems QA
  • Knowledge of network protocols (TCP/IP, UDP, TLS, WireGuard)
  • Proven ability to analyze latency, throughput, and stability metrics
  • Proficiency in Python or similar scripting language, or Rust/C/C++
  • Familiarity with network emulation and simulation tools
  • Experience with monitoring and observability stacks and CI/CD pipelines
  • Cross-platform experience with Linux, macOS, Windows, Android, and iOS
  • Analytical and methodical, yet creative in solving complex performance problems
  • Comfortable working with uncertainty and non-deterministic conditions
  • Collaborative mindset, able to work across client, infrastructure, and data teams
  • Strong communication and documentation skills in English

Tasks

  • Define and drive performance measurement and analysis
  • Optimize Proton VPN’s end-to-end performance
  • Design and own the performance framework
  • Define metrics and KPIs for user experience
  • Develop distributed testing systems for network conditions
  • Continuously measure and analyze performance across platforms
  • Identify bottlenecks and regressions in performance
  • Collaborate with teams to optimize protocol handling and connection setup
  • Create dashboards and reports to track performance health
  • Set up automated alerts for global performance monitoring
  • Contribute to resilient connectivity strategies
  • Mentor others and promote a data-driven performance culture

Work Experience

  • 5 years

Education

  • Bachelor's degreeOR
  • Master's degree

Languages

  • EnglishBusiness Fluent

Tools & Technologies

  • Python
  • Rust
  • C
  • C++
  • TCP/IP
  • UDP
  • TLS
  • WireGuard
  • tc/netem
  • iperf
  • IPTables/nfTables
  • Grafana
  • Prometheus
  • Loki

Benefits

Flexible Working

  • Flexible working hours

Free or Subsidized Food

  • Daily lunch and snacks

Public Transport Subsidies

  • Transport cost support

Competitive Pay

  • Stock options

Learning & Development

  • Learning opportunities

Healthcare & Fitness

  • Comprehensive health insurance
  • Wellness programs

Retirement Plans

  • Retirement savings options

More Vacation Days

  • Generous vacation and leave policies
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