Performance & Automation Engineer I at TrueNAS in Remote

Summary: TrueNAS is redefining enterprise storage by delivering proven data resilience, performance, and flexibility without the complexity or constraints of legacy solutions. The Performance & Automation Engineer will focus on building and maintaining automated test infrastructure and conducting performance engineering for solution integrations, ensuring product quality and performance benchmarks are met. Responsibilities: - Develop, maintain, and execute automated test cases covering Web UI and API layers - Build and maintain CI pipelines, using tools such as Jenkins, to enable consistent, repeatable testing across development cycles - Execute and analyze automated security testing results; triage and collaborate with developers to drive resolution - Work with release engineering to support product release readiness - Design and execute performance qualification test plans for TrueNAS solution integrations, for example, OpenShift, S3, and Veeam - Identify performance bottlenecks and regression patterns within integration stacks; contribute findings to product and engineering discussions - Contribute to automated performance testing frameworks to support continual process improvement - Support sales and customer success teams on performance-related engagements when needed - Author performance white papers and sizing guides for key integrations (e.g., Veeam, OpenShift, S3) for use by sales, support, and customers - Produce clear test reports and performance summaries for engineering, product management, and go-to-market stakeholders Required Qualifications: - Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or Computer Engineering or equivalent experience - Coding proficiency in Python and/or Java/Groovy for test automation and scripting - Experience with CI/CD tooling, specifically Jenkins pipeline development - Solid understanding of test automation best practices and coding standards - Familiarity with performance benchmarking tools such as FIO, Vdbench, or equivalent - Working knowledge of Linux or other *NIX-based operating systems - Familiarity with Jira or equivalent issue tracking platforms - Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret test data and identify trends - Clear written communication — this role produces externally-facing technical content - Self-directed; able to translate high-level requirements into detailed test plans with minimal guidance Preferred Qualifications: - Hands-on experience with TrueNAS, OpenZFS, or Linux - Experience with enterprise integrations: OpenShift, Veeam, S3-compatible object storage, or similar - Background in data storage networking (NFS, SMB, iSCSI, S3) - Experience authoring technical white papers or performance reference guides - Familiarity with relational databases Required Skills: Python, Java, Groovy, Test automation, CI/CD tooling, Jenkins pipeline development, Performance benchmarking tools, Linux, Jira, Performance engineering, Analytical skills, Self-directed, Clear written communication Benefits: Health, Dental, Vision, Disability, Life insurance, Paid time-off, 401(k), Health and flexible spending accounts, Stock purchase plan