Kforce has a client that is seeking a Senior Software QA Performance Engineer in Rochester, MI. Responsibilities: * Analyze the performance of existing software systems and identify performance bottlenecks * Define performance metrics and benchmarks to measure and track system performance * Work closely with software developers and architects to design high-performance software systems * Make architectural decisions that improve system scalability, efficiency, and reliability * Working closely with cross-functional teams, including developers, product managers, and business analysts, to understand requirements, provide input during design and development, and ensure quality throughout the software development life cycle * Develop and execute performance testing plans and scenarios to identify issues and weaknesses * Utilize profiling tools and performance monitoring techniques to gather data for analysis * Develop and implement performance optimization strategies, including code improvements, algorithm enhancements and resource utilization * Collaborate with development teams to resolve performance issues and provide guidance on best practices * Diagnose the issues, identify the bottlenecks in the system for large data sets