Inovalon was founded in 1998 on the belief that technology, and data specifically, would empower the transformation of the entire healthcare ecosystem for the better, improving both outcomes and economics. At Inovalon, we believe that when our customers are successful in their missions, healthcare improves. Therefore, we focus on empowering them with data-driven solutions. And the momentum is building.
Together, as ONE Inovalon, we are a united force delivering solutions that address healthcare’s greatest needs. Through our mission-based culture of inclusion and innovation, our organization brings value not just to our customers, but to the millions of patients and members they serve.
Job Title: Performance Automation Engineer
Experience: 4–7 Years
Location: Hyderabad
Employment Type: Full-time
Job Summary
We are seeking a skilled Performance Automation Engineer with strong expertise in performance testing and engineering. The ideal candidate will be responsible for designing, executing, and analyzing performance tests to ensure system scalability, reliability, and responsiveness under varying loads. You will play a key role in identifying bottlenecks and driving performance improvements across applications.
Key Responsibilities
Design, develop, and execute performance test scripts using JMeter
Analyze application performance under load and identify bottlenecks (CPU, memory, DB, network, etc.)
Work closely with development, QA, and DevOps teams to optimize system performance
Integrate performance tests into CI/CD pipelines for continuous validation
Monitor system performance using tools like Datadog and provide actionable insights
Prepare detailed performance reports with observations, trends, and recommendations
Simulate real-world traffic patterns and ensure system readiness for production
Participate in performance tuning and capacity planning activities
Required Skills
Strong hands-on experience with JMeter for performance and load testing
Solid understanding of performance testing concepts (load, stress, spike, endurance testing)
Experience in analyzing test results and identifying performance bottlenecks
Familiarity with web technologies (HTTP/HTTPS, REST APIs)
Ability to correlate application performance with infrastructure metrics
Good to Have
Experience with modern performance tools such as K6 or Gatling
Knowledge of scripting languages (JavaScript, Groovy, or similar)
Experience with distributed load testing
Monitoring & Observability
Hands-on experience with monitoring tools such as Datadog
Ability to analyze logs, metrics, and traces for root cause analysis
Understanding of APM (Application Performance Monitoring) concepts
Additional Skills
Basic knowledge of Linux/Unix systems
Experience with CI/CD tools (Jenkins, Azure DevOps, etc.)
Understanding of cloud environments (AWS/Azure/GCP) is a plus
Soft Skills
Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities
Good communication and stakeholder management skills
Ability to work in a fast-paced, agile environment
Why Join Us
Opportunity to work on high-scale, performance-critical systems
Exposure to modern performance engineering practices and tools
Collaborative and growth-oriented work environment
This position is not eligible for immigration sponsorship (e.g. H-1B, TN, or E-3). Applicants must be authorized to work in the United States as a condition of employment. (This is only applicable for US-based positions)
If you don’t meet every qualification listed but are excited about our mission and the work described, we encourage you to apply. Inovalon is most interested in finding the best candidate for the job, and you may be just the right person for this or other roles.
By embracing inclusion, we enhance our work environment and drive business success. Inovalon strives to provide equal opportunities to the communities where we operate and to our clients and everyone whom we serve. We endeavor to create a culture of inclusion in which our associates feel empowered to bring their full, authentic selves to work and pursue their professional goals in an equitable setting. We understand that by fostering this type of culture, and welcoming different perspectives, we generate innovation and growth.
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Skills Required
- Minimum of 3 years of experience as a Software Developer, Software Engineer or similar role
- Familiarity with Agile development methodologies
- Experience with software design and development in a test-driven environment
- Knowledge of object-oriented coding languages (e.g. C++, Java, JavaScript) and frameworks/systems (e.g. AngularJS, Git)
- Knowledge of functional programming languages
- Experience with databases and Object-Relational Mapping (ORM) frameworks (e.g. Hibernate)
- Ability to learn new languages and technologies
- Excellent communication skills, resourcefulness and troubleshooting aptitude
- Experience with one or more general purpose programming languages (e.g., C#, Objective C, JavaScript, or Go)
- Ability to select and implement algorithms and appropriate data structures
- Strong software development experience delivering at-scale solutions and systems design skills
- Demonstrated ability delivering within a DevOps delivery model including CI/CD and security implementation
- Experience communicating with users, technical teams, and management to collect requirements and describe designs
- Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or Information Technology
Inovalon Compensation & Benefits Highlights
The following summarizes recurring compensation and benefits themes identified from responses generated by popular LLMs to common candidate questions about Inovalon and has not been reviewed or approved by Inovalon.
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Leave & Time Off Breadth — PTO is described as front‑loaded with growth over tenure, alongside an expanded paid‑holiday calendar and a floating holiday. This structure provides a solid baseline of paid time away from work.
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Retirement Support — A 401(k) with employer match is repeatedly highlighted as a strong element of total rewards. This adds meaningful long‑term value beyond base pay.
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Wellbeing & Lifestyle Benefits — Hybrid and fully remote options are commonly referenced as a positive, supporting flexibility. This work‑arrangement latitude is often weighed alongside cash compensation.
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