At a Glance
- Tasks: Design and develop performance test scripts, automate processes, and analyse results.
- Company: Cue-X, a boutique consultancy focused on ICT transformation.
- Benefits: 12-month contract, competitive pay, and opportunities for professional growth.
- Other info: Must be an Australian Citizen with an active AGSVA security clearance.
- Why this job: Join a dynamic team to enhance enterprise systems with cutting-edge technology.
- Qualifications: Experience with LoadRunner, CI/CD pipelines, and scripting languages.
The predicted salary is between 90000 - 110000 $ per year.
Performance Testing & Platform Automation Engineer
CUE-X is seeking an experienced Performance Testing and Platform Automation Engineer to support enterprise platforms, deliver comprehensive performance testing, and automate operational processes across cloud hosted environments.
These are 12 month Contract opportunities to start November 2026.
Due to the nature of the work, you must be an
Australian Citizen to be considered with an active mid level AGSVA security clearance highly regarded.
Key Responsibilities
- Design, develop and maintain performance test scripts using Load Runner and related tools.
- Execute load, stress, endurance and scalability testing.
- Analyse test results, identify performance bottlenecks and recommend improvements.
- Monitor application, database, infrastructure and cloud platform performance.
- Support and maintain dedicated performance testing environments.
- Develop and maintain CI/CD pipelines and automated deployment workflows.
- Build API integrations and infrastructure automation solutions.
- Troubleshoot platform issues and improve system reliability and operational efficiency.
- Produce clear performance test reports and support defect resolution.
- Collaborate closely with development, testing and operations teams.
Skills And Experience
- Strong experience with Load Runner, including Vu Gen, Controller and Analysis.
- Experience with performance-testing tools such as JMeter or Neo Load.
- Strong knowledge of CI/CD pipelines and deployment automation.
- Experience scripting with Python, Power Shell and/or Bash.
- Familiarity with REST APIs, Terraform, Ansible, Docker and Kubernetes.
- Experience with monitoring and observability tools such as Dynatrace, App Dynamics, Splunk, Grafana or Datadog.
- Knowledge of Git, Git Lab CI/CD, Git Hub Actions and/or Jenkins.
- Strong analytical, troubleshooting and stakeholder-engagement skills.
If you are an experienced engineer who enjoys combining performance testing, automation and platform support to improve enterprise systems, we would love to hear from you.
About - Cue-X
Cue-X is a boutique Canberra based consultancy specialising in ICT transformation and workforce capability across Defence, Federal Government and large organisations.
Cue-X understands the complex technology, security and workforce challenges associated with mission critical programs.
We partner with organisations to complement existing teams, uplift capability and provide highly skilled, locally based security cleared professionals who can successfully design, implement and support secure, efficient and modern technology environments.
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Performance Testing & Platform Automation Engineer in Canberra employer: CUE-X
CUE-X People is an exceptional employer, offering a dynamic work culture that values innovation and collaboration within the Canberra tech landscape. Employees benefit from opportunities for professional growth, working alongside highly skilled professionals in a supportive environment focused on transforming ICT for Defence and government sectors. With a commitment to security and efficiency, CUE-X provides a meaningful career path for those looking to make a significant impact in their field.
