About the job
Who We Are:
BigID is a cutting-edge technology startup dedicated to providing innovative solutions in data security, compliance, privacy, and AI-driven data management. We are at the forefront of data management, empowering our clients to mitigate risks, foster business innovation, ensure compliance, build customer trust, make informed decisions, and derive maximum value from their data.
Our global team is driven by a passion for innovation and next-generation technology. BigID has received numerous accolades, including:
- Ranked #15 on Forbes America’s Best Startup Employers 2026 and #1 in Security
- Recognized as a Hot Company in Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning at the Global InfoSec Awards
- Featured in the Citizens JMP Cyber 66 List of Hottest Privately Held Cybersecurity Companies
- Named one of the 20 Coolest Identity Access Management and Data Protection Companies by CRN for three consecutive years
- Included in the DUNS 100 Best Tech Companies to Work For
- Recognized as a Top 3 Big Data and AI Vendor to Watch in the 2023 BigDATAwire Readers and Editors Choice Awards
- Listed in the 2024 Inc. 5000 for the fourth consecutive year!
- Shortlisted for the 2024 AI Awards in the category of Best Use of AI in Cybersecurity
At BigID, our team is the cornerstone of our success. We foster a people-centric culture that is both fast-paced and rewarding. Join us to work alongside some of the most talented individuals in the industry who value innovation, diversity, integrity, and collaboration.
Who We Seek:
We are on the lookout for dedicated professionals with strong analytical and problem-solving skills who are enthusiastic about ensuring system reliability and optimizing performance. The ideal candidate will be adept at working collaboratively while continuously monitoring system performance and identifying improvement opportunities. As a Performance Engineer, your focus will be on monitoring system metrics and proactively addressing alerts to maintain stable, efficient, and reliable system operations.
What You’ll Do:
- Design and implement performance testing strategies to validate and optimize system performance and scalability.
- Analyze and troubleshoot performance bottlenecks across multi-tier systems, including backend services, databases, and infrastructure.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams (development, infrastructure, DevOps) to enhance system efficiency and ensure effective data handling.
- Engage with core infrastructure components such as Kubernetes, Kafka, and databases.

