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Performance Testing Specialist
Accepting applicationsCalifornia Franchise Tax Board · Sacramento, CA
Full-Time Mid JavaPythonaiategan
Posted
28 May
Category
Test
Experience
Mid
Country
United States
Job Description And Duties
The salary ranges listed in this Job Control may not reflect reductions in pay in accordance with the 2025 Personal Leave Program. Please follow the link for more information regarding the 2025 Personal Leave program. http://hrmanual.calhr.ca.gov/Home/ManualItem/1/2113
The Performance Engineering Unit is looking for a creative problem solver and someone who is responsible for activities relating to system performance and load testing. Must have expert knowledge of System Development Life Cycle (SDLC) practices including knowledge of system planning, test planning, development, implementation and the evaluation of complex system improvement and enhancements. In this role you must have expert knowledge of performance and load testing methodologies and tools to ensure test cases are planned, developed, and executed in a manner to guarantee that system performance and reliability objectives are being met. In addition, you will also be responsible for performing complex system performance tests of both software and hardware components. The Performance Test Specialist is expected to work cooperatively with Development Bureau and Technology Services Division (TSD) technical staff in support of planning and software implementation activities to promote an environment and atmosphere of teamwork and cooperation consistent with the department's values among staff and managers. You will promote, establish, and maintain relationships with representatives across different divisions within the department. Work is performed within the framework of the department's mission and values with objectives of improving the effectiveness and efficiency of the department's systems and programs. You are expected to have knowledge of accepted industry practices and standards.
Additional Positions May Become Available (eRPA 2425-00874).
Please complete this optional survey letting us know how you heard about this position by clicking here .
You will find additional information about the job in the Duty Statement .
Position Details
Job Code #:
JC-519410
Position #(s):
564-232-1402-XXX
Working Title:
Performance Testing Specialist
Classification:
INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY SPECIALIST I
$6,513.00 - $8,729.00 A
$7,163.00 - $9,599.00 B
$7,864.00 - $10,537.00 C
New to State candidates will be hired into the minimum salary of the classification or minimum of alternate range when applicable.
# of Positions:
Multiple
Work Location:
Sacramento County
Telework:
Hybrid
Job Type:
Permanent, Full Time
Desirable Qualifications
In addition to evaluating each candidate's relative ability, as demonstrated by quality and breadth of experience, the following factors will provide the basis for competitively evaluating each candidate:
We encourage applications regardless of whether you think you meet 100% of these skills below. Please highlight your knowledge, skills, and experience related to the below desirable qualifications in your application package.
All Experience and Education relating to the Minimum Qualifications listed on the Classification Specification should be included to clearly demonstrate how you meet the Minimum Qualifications and Alternate Range Placement for the position on your State Application (STD Form 678). The application should also clearly demonstrate the candidate’s ability to meet the Desirable Qualifications identified in this job advertisement. The Classification Specification is located on this Job Announcement Posting under "Minimum Requirements”.
Experience using performance testing tools such as LoadRunner or JMeter
Experience performing performance, load, stress, and scalability testing for complex enterprise systems.
Experience with system and application monitoring tools such as AppDynamics, SolarWinds, Prometheus, and Grafana
Experience performing performance and load testing in cloud or hybrid-cloud environments such as Azure, AWS, or GCP
Knowledge of SDLC processes including system planning, test planning, development, implementation, and evaluation of system enhancements.
Experience testing and evaluating the performance of containerized applications deployed on platforms such as Red Hat OpenShift or Kubernetes
Ability to develop, maintain, and execute performance test plans, scenarios, and scripts
Experience analyzing performance metrics and identifying system bottlenecks.
Experience with scripting languages used for test automation or performance testing (such as Java, Python, JavaScript, or C#)
Experience testing APIs using tools such as Postman or ReadyAPI
Experience working collaboratively with development, infrastructure, and technical support teams
Ability to prepare clear and concise performance test reports and communicate technical findings to various stakeholders
Knowledge of industry standards and best practices related to performance engineering
Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills
Contact Information
The Human Resources Contact is available to answer questions regarding the application process. The Hiring Unit Contact is available to answer questions regarding the position.
Department Website: http://www.ftb.ca.gov
Human Resources Contact:
Classification & Hiring Unit
(916) 845-3608
Hiring Unit Contact:
Greg Valles / IT Workforce
(916) 845-6607
Greg.Valles@ftb.ca.gov
Please direct requests for Reasonable Accommodations to the interview scheduler at the time the interview is being scheduled. You may direct any additional questions regarding Reasonable Accommodations or Equal Employment Opportunity for this position(s) to the Department's EEO Office.
EEO Contact:
EEO Office
(916) 845-2860
California Relay Service: 1-800-735-2929 (TTY), 1-800-735-2922 (Voice) TTY is a Telecommunications Device for the Deaf, and is reachable only from phones equipped with a TTY Device.
Final Filing Date: 6/8/2026
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The salary ranges listed in this Job Control may not reflect reductions in pay in accordance with the 2025 Personal Leave Program. Please follow the link for more information regarding the 2025 Personal Leave program. http://hrmanual.calhr.ca.gov/Home/ManualItem/1/2113
The Performance Engineering Unit is looking for a creative problem solver and someone who is responsible for activities relating to system performance and load testing. Must have expert knowledge of System Development Life Cycle (SDLC) practices including knowledge of system planning, test planning, development, implementation and the evaluation of complex system improvement and enhancements. In this role you must have expert knowledge of performance and load testing methodologies and tools to ensure test cases are planned, developed, and executed in a manner to guarantee that system performance and reliability objectives are being met. In addition, you will also be responsible for performing complex system performance tests of both software and hardware components. The Performance Test Specialist is expected to work cooperatively with Development Bureau and Technology Services Division (TSD) technical staff in support of planning and software implementation activities to promote an environment and atmosphere of teamwork and cooperation consistent with the department's values among staff and managers. You will promote, establish, and maintain relationships with representatives across different divisions within the department. Work is performed within the framework of the department's mission and values with objectives of improving the effectiveness and efficiency of the department's systems and programs. You are expected to have knowledge of accepted industry practices and standards.
Additional Positions May Become Available (eRPA 2425-00874).
Please complete this optional survey letting us know how you heard about this position by clicking here .
You will find additional information about the job in the Duty Statement .
Position Details
Job Code #:
JC-519410
Position #(s):
564-232-1402-XXX
Working Title:
Performance Testing Specialist
Classification:
INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY SPECIALIST I
$6,513.00 - $8,729.00 A
$7,163.00 - $9,599.00 B
$7,864.00 - $10,537.00 C
New to State candidates will be hired into the minimum salary of the classification or minimum of alternate range when applicable.
# of Positions:
Multiple
Work Location:
Sacramento County
Telework:
Hybrid
Job Type:
Permanent, Full Time
Desirable Qualifications
In addition to evaluating each candidate's relative ability, as demonstrated by quality and breadth of experience, the following factors will provide the basis for competitively evaluating each candidate:
We encourage applications regardless of whether you think you meet 100% of these skills below. Please highlight your knowledge, skills, and experience related to the below desirable qualifications in your application package.
All Experience and Education relating to the Minimum Qualifications listed on the Classification Specification should be included to clearly demonstrate how you meet the Minimum Qualifications and Alternate Range Placement for the position on your State Application (STD Form 678). The application should also clearly demonstrate the candidate’s ability to meet the Desirable Qualifications identified in this job advertisement. The Classification Specification is located on this Job Announcement Posting under "Minimum Requirements”.
Experience using performance testing tools such as LoadRunner or JMeter
Experience performing performance, load, stress, and scalability testing for complex enterprise systems.
Experience with system and application monitoring tools such as AppDynamics, SolarWinds, Prometheus, and Grafana
Experience performing performance and load testing in cloud or hybrid-cloud environments such as Azure, AWS, or GCP
Knowledge of SDLC processes including system planning, test planning, development, implementation, and evaluation of system enhancements.
Experience testing and evaluating the performance of containerized applications deployed on platforms such as Red Hat OpenShift or Kubernetes
Ability to develop, maintain, and execute performance test plans, scenarios, and scripts
Experience analyzing performance metrics and identifying system bottlenecks.
Experience with scripting languages used for test automation or performance testing (such as Java, Python, JavaScript, or C#)
Experience testing APIs using tools such as Postman or ReadyAPI
Experience working collaboratively with development, infrastructure, and technical support teams
Ability to prepare clear and concise performance test reports and communicate technical findings to various stakeholders
Knowledge of industry standards and best practices related to performance engineering
Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills
Contact Information
The Human Resources Contact is available to answer questions regarding the application process. The Hiring Unit Contact is available to answer questions regarding the position.
Department Website: http://www.ftb.ca.gov
Human Resources Contact:
Classification & Hiring Unit
(916) 845-3608
Hiring Unit Contact:
Greg Valles / IT Workforce
(916) 845-6607
Greg.Valles@ftb.ca.gov
Please direct requests for Reasonable Accommodations to the interview scheduler at the time the interview is being scheduled. You may direct any additional questions regarding Reasonable Accommodations or Equal Employment Opportunity for this position(s) to the Department's EEO Office.
EEO Contact:
EEO Office
(916) 845-2860
California Relay Service: 1-800-735-2929 (TTY), 1-800-735-2922 (Voice) TTY is a Telecommunications Device for the Deaf, and is reachable only from phones equipped with a TTY Device.
Final Filing Date: 6/8/2026
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