How to hire a performance system engineer

How to hire a performance system engineer, step by step

Here's a step-by-step performance system engineer hiring guide:

• Step 1: Identify your hiring needs
• Step 2: Create an ideal candidate profile
• Step 3: Make a budget
• Step 4: Write a performance system engineer job description
• Step 5: Post your job
• Step 6: Interview candidates
• Step 7: Send a job offer and onboard your new performance system engineer
• Step 8: Go through the hiring process checklist

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1. Identify your hiring needs

   Before you post your performance system engineer job, you should take the time to determine what type of worker your business needs. While certain jobs definitely require a full-time employee, it's sometimes better to find a performance system engineer for hire on a part-time basis or as a contractor.

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   A performance system engineer's background is also an important factor in determining whether they'll be a good fit for the position. For example, performance system engineers from different industries or fields will have radically different experiences and will bring different viewpoints to the role. You also need to consider the candidate's previous level of experience to make sure they'll be comfortable with the job's level of seniority.

   This list shows salaries for various types of performance system engineers.

   Type of Performance System Engineer	Description	Hourly rate
   Performance System Engineer	Electrical engineers design, develop, test, and supervise the manufacturing of electrical equipment, such as electric motors, radar and navigation systems, communications systems, and power generation equipment. Electronics engineers design and develop electronic equipment, such as broadcast and communications systems—from portable music players to global positioning systems (GPSs).	$31-58
   Controls Designer	Controls designers both design and draft systems of hydraulic, pneumatic, and electrical controls for equipment and machines. The designers make diagrams of the logic system for timing and sequence control... Show more	$33-58
   Engineering Trainee	An engineering trainee is responsible for shadowing engineers in their duties and performing administrative tasks as needed. Engineering trainees assist the engineers in inspecting construction sites and conducting field research... Show more	$20-39

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2. Create an ideal candidate profile

   Common skills:

   • Java
   • System Performance
   • Post Processing
   • Data Analysis
   • Macro
   • RF
   • Data Collection
   • KPIs
   • Performance Issues
   • Perl
   • Linux
   • Customer Satisfaction
   • Customer Complaints
   • DAS

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   Responsibilities:

   • Project manage new Inbuilding DAS activations and optimizing the parameters for better customer experience.
   • Process improvement efforts and/or other opportunities to automate these processes with computer applications with C++ and/or Java where applicable.
   • Perform field data collection using multiple software and hardware tools, including RF analysis tools and proprietary data parsing tools.
   • Commission new DAS systems integration to ensure proper functioning including testing and optimization (CDMA, EVDO, and LTE).
   • Develop strategies for the rollout of an emerging wireless broadband technology (EVDO )
   • Have debugged critical OS problems and configure all servers and workstations to system requirements.

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3. Make a budget

   Including a salary range in your performance system engineer job description is a great way to entice the best and brightest candidates. A performance system engineer salary can vary based on several factors:

   • Location. For example, performance system engineers' average salary in south dakota is 51% less than in california.
   • Seniority. Entry-level performance system engineers earn 46% less than senior-level performance system engineers.
   • Certifications. A performance system engineer with a few certifications under their belt will likely demand a higher salary.
   • Company. Working for a prestigious company or an exciting start-up can make a huge difference in a performance system engineer's salary.

   Average performance system engineer salary

   $89,759yearly

   $43.15 hourly rate

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   Entry-level performance system engineer salary

   $66,000 yearly salary

   Updated January 19, 2026

   Average performance system engineer salary by state

   Rank	State	Avg. salary	Hourly rate
   1	California	$126,009	$61
   2	Texas	$102,284	$49
   3	Virginia	$100,112	$48
   4	Massachusetts	$95,688	$46
   5	Washington	$95,229	$46
   6	Nevada	$93,102	$45
   7	Arizona	$92,294	$44
   8	Michigan	$90,969	$44
   9	Pennsylvania	$86,838	$42
   10	Illinois	$83,374	$40
   11	Connecticut	$82,607	$40
   12	Colorado	$81,639	$39
   13	Georgia	$81,359	$39
   14	North Carolina	$80,592	$39
   15	Louisiana	$78,454	$38
   16	Ohio	$78,098	$38
   17	Arkansas	$75,810	$36
   18	Indiana	$74,350	$36

   Average performance system engineer salary by company

   Company

   Rank	Company	Average salary	Hourly rate	Job openings
   1	Meta	$154,925	$74.48	31
   2	Google	$145,410	$69.91	128
   3	Apple	$142,037	$68.29	121
   4	Amazon	$124,911	$60.05	217
   5	LinkedIn	$116,074	$55.80
   6	Über	$112,540	$54.11
   7	Western Digital	$108,558	$52.19	2
   8	MediaTek	$108,448	$52.14
   9	Micron Technology	$103,273	$49.65	4
   10	AT&T	$102,338	$49.20	8
   11	Qualcomm	$100,863	$48.49	22
   12	ARM	$100,759	$48.44	3
   13	T-Mobile	$99,319	$47.75
   14	Amd	$98,543	$47.38	23
   15	General Motors	$98,253	$47.24	16
   16	CVS Health	$98,041	$47.14
   17	Nokia	$97,589	$46.92	11
   18	Aditi Consulting	$97,187	$46.72
   19	Sabre	$96,429	$46.36
   20	General Electric	$95,961	$46.14	16

4. Writing a performance system engineer job description

   A performance system engineer job description should include a summary of the role, required skills, and a list of responsibilities. It's also good to include a salary range and the first name of the hiring manager. Below, you can find an example of a performance system engineer job description:

   Performance system engineer job description example

   When you join Verizon
   
   Verizon is one of the world's leading providers of technology and communications services, transforming the way we connect across the globe. We're a diverse network of people driven by our shared ambition to shape a better future. Here, we have the ability to learn and grow at the speed of technology, and the space to create within every role. Together, we are moving the world forward - and you can too. Dream it. Build it. Do it here.
   
   What you'll be doing...
   
   * Deploying and optimizing new technology (5G, LAA, CBRS) and feature improvements.
   * Optimizing new solutions to densify the network in time for the demand.
   * Analysing network capacity and coverage.
   * Managing Key Performance Indicators (KPI).
   * Working with Network Assurance to ensure ongoing system monitoring.
   * Using Third party tools to Troubleshoot performance degradation or customer issues, identify the root cause and propose short term & long term solutions.
   * Working with Network Repair Bureau occasionally.
   * Managing performance at In Building venues
   * Analysing data (parameters, KPIs, call flows) across Radio access & core network.
   
   Where you'll be working…
   
   In this hybrid role, you'll have a defined work location that includes work from home and assigned office days set by your manager.
   
   What we're looking for...
   
   You'll need to have:
   
   * A Bachelor's degree or four or more years of work experience.
   * Four or more years of relevant work experience.
   * Willingness to travel up to approximately 25% of the time.
   * Valid Driver's License.
   * Experience in System Performance (4G LTE & 5G NR).
   
   Even better if you have one or more of the following:
   
   * Experience in scripting for Ericsson hardware.
   * Good communication skills
   * Knowledge of troubleshooting.
   * Good organizational time management, prioritization and project planning skills.
   
   If Verizon and this role sound like a fit for you, we encourage you to apply even if you don't meet every "even better" qualification listed above.
   
   Equal Employment Opportunity
   
   We're proud to be an equal opportunity employer - and celebrate our employees' differences, including race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, and Veteran status. At Verizon, we know that diversity makes us stronger. We are committed to a collaborative, inclusive environment that encourages authenticity and fosters a sense of belonging. We strive for everyone to feel valued, connected, and empowered to reach their potential and contribute their best. Check out our diversity and inclusion page to learn more.
   
   COVID-19 Vaccination Requirement
   
   NYC candidates: Verizon requires new hires to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 for onsite and hybrid NYC roles. Verizon provides reasonable accommodations consistent with legal requirements (e.g., for medical or religious reasons). Additional information will be provided during the hiring process.

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5. Post your job

   There are a few common ways to find performance system engineers for your business:

   • Promoting internally or recruiting from your existing workforce.
   • Ask for referrals from friends, family members, and current employees.
   • Attend job fairs at local colleges to meet candidates with the right educational background.
   • Use social media platforms like LinkedIn, Facebook, and Twitter to recruit passive job-seekers.

   Post your job online:

   • Post your performance system engineer job on Zippia to find and recruit performance system engineer candidates who meet your exact specifications.
   • Use field-specific websites.
   • Post a job on free websites.

6. Interview candidates

   Your first interview with performance system engineer candidates should focus on their interest in the role and background experience. As the hiring process goes on, you can learn more about how they'd fit into the company culture in later rounds of interviews.

   It's also good to ask about candidates' unique skills and talents to see if they match your ideal candidate profile. If you think a candidate is good enough for the next step, you can move on to the technical interview.

   The right interview questions can help you assess a candidate's hard skills, behavioral intelligence, and soft skills.

7. Send a job offer and onboard your new performance system engineer

   Once you've found the performance system engineer candidate you'd like to hire, it's time to write an offer letter. This should include an explicit job offer that includes the salary and the details of any other perks. Qualified candidates might be looking at multiple positions, so your offer must be competitive if you like the candidate. Also, be prepared for a negotiation stage, as candidates may way want to tweak the details of your initial offer. Once you've settled on these details, you can draft a contract to formalize your agreement.

   You should also follow up with applicants who don't get the job with an email letting them know that you've filled the position.

   To prepare for the new performance system engineer first day, you should share an onboarding schedule with them that covers their first period on the job. You should also quickly complete any necessary paperwork, such as employee action forms and onboarding documents like I-9, benefits enrollment, and federal and state tax forms. Finally, Human Resources must ensure a new employee file is created for internal record keeping.

8. Go through the hiring process checklist

   • Determine employee type (full-time, part-time, contractor, etc.)
   • Submit a job requisition form to the HR department
   • Define job responsibilities and requirements
   • Establish budget and timeline
   • Determine hiring decision makers for the role
   • Write job description
   • Post job on job boards, company website, etc.
   • Promote the job internally
   • Process applications through applicant tracking system
   • Review resumes and cover letters
   • Shortlist candidates for screening
   • Hold phone/virtual interview screening with first round of candidates
   • Conduct in-person interviews with top candidates from first round
   • Score candidates based on weighted criteria (e.g., experience, education, background, cultural fit, skill set, etc.)
   • Conduct background checks on top candidates
   • Check references of top candidates
   • Consult with HR and hiring decision makers on job offer specifics
   • Extend offer to top candidate(s)
   • Receive formal job offer acceptance and signed employment contract
   • Inform other candidates that the position has been filled
   • Set and communicate onboarding schedule to new hire(s)
   • Complete new hire paperwork (i9, benefits enrollment, tax forms, etc.)

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