FRFS Fedwire Performance Tester, Non-Employee

Position OverviewPosition: Performance Tester - Payment SystemsType: 12-month contract (potential extension and conversion to permanent)Rate: Up to $70/hourStart Date: January 2026Locations: Multiple major metropolitan areas available (BOS, NY, PHIL, CLEV, RICH, ATL, CHI, STLS, MPLS, KC, DAL, SF) Candidates must live within a commutable distance to one of the headquarter locations listed above)About the OpportunityOur client, a leading financial institution, is seeking an experienced Performance Tester to support critical payment systems infrastructure.This is an excellent opportunity to work with enterprise-level payment processing systems in a stable, prestigious environment. You'll be part of a team dedicated to ensuring the performance, reliability, and scalability of mission-critical financial services platforms that serve institutions across the United States. Key ResponsibilitiesPerformance Testing• Conduct comprehensive performance testing, encompassing requirement gathering, test planning, scripting, execution, analysis, and result reporting• Assess system communication protocols to determine appropriate scripting approaches• Design and establish load test scenarios for various performance tests including load, stress, volume, and failover tests• Perform API performance testing and integrate into CI pipelines• Conduct manual testing to validate vulnerabilities• Evaluate non-functional requirements to determine acceptance criteriaTechnical Development• Demonstrate advanced proficiency in programming languages including Python, JavaScript, Java, Visual Basic, and Linux• Develop and submit comprehensive performance test reports• Analyze performance test results and provide actionable insights• Maintain performance test scenarios and scripts• Participate in code reviews and create/maintain test data• Manage test artifacts in version control systemsCollaboration & Analysis• Collaborate with product development, architecture, infrastructure, and engineering teams• Coordinate with dependent teams across product lines• Integrate security requirements into testing strategies• Participate in agile team reviews• Resolve testing problems, bottlenecks, and issues creativelyMonitoring & Optimization• Monitor server utilization and system-level statistics during test runs• Collect and analyze performance statistics from front-end and back-end systems• Correlate system performance data to present comprehensive reports• Conduct production log analysis to determine target and peak load models• Support implementation and maintenance of performance testing toolsContinuous Improvement• Stay current with emerging performance testing technologies and techniques• Adapt new technologies to meet evolving software development demands• Utilize CI integration tools for continuous testing• Optimize performance testing scenarios for automated deployment toolsRequired QualificationsExperience• 8+ years of experience in performance testing• Minimum 3+ years working on large-scale projects with minimal supervision• 4-6 years developing performance test scripts using LoadRunner, Performance Center, JMeter, or similar platforms• Experience with MQ, Java Cloud, and AWS application testing• End-to-end performance testing capability from requirements through analysisEducation• Bachelor's degree or higher in Computer Science, Information Systems, or equivalent (preferred)Technical Expertise• Strong experience with Apache JMeter and/or LoadRunner• Proficiency in Java for test script development and customization• Extensive experience with server monitoring tools such as Dynatrace, Splunk• Proficient with IDEs such as IntelliJ, Eclipse• Experience with source control systems (Git, Subversion)• Advanced programming concepts knowledge (threads, exceptions, I/O, memory management)• Understanding of KPIs including response times, throughput, error rates, and resource usage• Ability to set up test environments simulating production conditionsSkills & Abilities• Experience planning and designing performance tests for load, stress, spike, scalability, and volume testing• Strong expertise in load generation, bottleneck analysis, modeling tools, and statistical analysis• Proficient in analyzing and presenting performance results to technical teams• Experience generating reports and metrics• Excellent collaboration and communication skills• Strong problem-solving abilitiesLocation & Work ArrangementAvailable Locations: Boston, New York City, Philadelphia, Cleveland, Richmond, Atlanta, Chicago, St.Louis, Minneapolis, Kansas City, Dallas, San FranciscoWork Model:• Candidates must be located within commutable distance to one of the locations listed above• Hybrid work arrangement with on-site requirements (varies by location and team)• Remote work flexibility available depending on locationEligibility RequirementsWork Authorization:• Must be a US Citizen, Green Card holder, or Permanent Resident with at least 3 years of residency• No visa sponsorship available - candidates must be currently authorized to work in the US without sponsorship now or in the futureBackground Screening:• This position requires enhanced background screening due to the nature of the work• Screening includes education/employment verification, criminal history, credit history, and reference checks• Process is initiated upon offer acceptance and may take up to 2 months• Employment is contingent on acceptable screening results• Candidates can begin work pending completion of screeningCompensation & Benefits• Rate: Up to $70/hour (depending on experience)• Contract Term: 12 months• Extension Potential: Yes• Conversion Opportunity: Potential conversion to permanent employmentApplication ProcessInterested candidates should submit their resume highlighting:• Performance testing experience and tools• Relevant certifications• Experience with financial services or payment systems (if applicable)• Current location and work authorization statusAP Recruiters & Associates is representing this confidential client search.All inquiries will be handled with strict confidentiality. 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