Performance Test Engineer, Appian – TS Clearance

Groundswell

Performance Test Engineer with Appian experience supporting performance testing efforts for a federal program. Executing strategies and validating system reliability in a hybrid work environment.

Posted 4/18/2026full-timeMcLean • Virginia • 🇺🇸 United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $83,041 - $117,314 per yearWebsite

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

GroovyJMeterSQLTypeScript

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Execute performance strategies
Validate system scalability and reliability
Ensure the application meets defined performance and throughput requirements
Collaborate effectively with technical and business stakeholders

Requirements

What you’ll need

3-5 years of experience in performance testing within complex enterprise environments
1+ years of hands-on experience performance testing Appian applications (preferred)
3+ years of experience in a technical consulting or client-facing role
Proven experience designing, developing, and executing performance test plans, scripts, and scenarios, including results analysis and reporting
Proficiency with performance testing tools (e.g., JMeter, Groovy)
Strong understanding of performance metrics such as response time, throughput, concurrency, and resource utilization
Experience analyzing performance data and identifying root causes across application, database, and infrastructure layers
Proficiency in writing SQL queries and stored procedures
Demonstrated knowledge of data objects and data architecture
Experience gathering throughput and SLA requirements from business stakeholders
Proficient in analyzing Appian logs and system information to diagnose performance issues
Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail
Excellent communication and collaboration skills
Experience supporting performance efforts in structured or regulated environments (federal experience a plus)
Must be a U.S. citizen in accordance with contract requirements.
Ability to obtain and maintain a TS clearance (preference given to those holding active TS clearance)

Benefits

Comp & perks

Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision plans
Flexible Spending Account
4% 401K Match (immediate vesting)
Paid Time Off
Tuition reimbursement, certification programs, and professional development
Flexible work schedule
On-site gym and childcare option

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Hard Skills & Tools

performance testingperformance test plansperformance test scriptsperformance test scenariosSQL queriesstored proceduresperformance metricsdata architectureAppian applicationsJMeter

Soft Skills

problem-solvingattention to detailcommunicationcollaboration

Certifications

TS clearance