Web Performance Engineer
Location: Brentwood, TN
Job Type: Contract
Company: IDR
Category: Systems Engineering
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Web Performance Engineer
Join a leading digital and eCommerce organization as a Web Performance Engineer, specializing in optimizing frontend website performance to enhance the user experience and drive revenue growth. As a Web Performance Engineer, you will play a critical role in ensuring that our client’s digital platforms remain fast, efficient, and responsive, directly impacting customer satisfaction and business success. This full-time opportunity offers a dynamic work environment where your expertise in website optimization and frontend technologies will be valued and rewarded. The company is deeply committed to leveraging industry best practices to support continuous improvement and innovation in web performance.
Located in Brentwood, Tennessee, this position places you within a thriving tech community known for its energetic work culture and collaborative spirit. As a Web Performance Engineer, you will have the opportunity to work closely with talented professionals across various departments, contributing to projects that are shaping the future of digital commerce. If you are passionate about website performance, eager to collaborate on cutting-edge solutions, and ready to make a measurable impact, this is the role for you. Take the next step in your career by applying now and joining a team that values your technical expertise and commitment to excellence.
Web Performance Engineer - Summary- Optimize frontend website performance to improve speed, user experience, and business outcomes.
- Utilize Core Web Vitals analytics, including Largest Contentful Paint (LCP), Interaction to Next Paint (INP), and Cumulative Layout Shift (CLS).
- Leverage leading web performance audit tools and collaborate with talented engineering teams.
- Analyze and enhance website performance using Core Web Vitals metrics.
- Identify and resolve issues related to rendering, JavaScript execution, network latency, caching strategies, image optimization, and browser compatibility.
- Conduct comprehensive performance audits utilizing Lighthouse, Chrome DevTools, WebPageTest, PageSpeed Insights, CrUX, and Real User Monitoring (RUM) tools.
- Partner with React.js and Next.js teams to drive optimization of rendering workflows, bundle size, code splitting, caching, and asset delivery.
- Work collaboratively with cross-functional teams to embed performance best practices into the full software development lifecycle.
- Communicate complex technical findings and recommendations effectively to technical and non-technical stakeholders.
- Stay current with the latest industry trends, technologies, and standards related to web performance.
- Document processes, solutions, and performance improvements to ensure knowledge sharing within the team.
- Competitive compensation package reflecting industry standards for Web Performance Engineers.
- Comprehensive benefits including medical, vision, dental, and life insurance coverage.
- Employee Stock Ownership Program.
- Access to a dedicated Engagement Manager committed to your success and professional growth.
- Opportunities for long-term career advancement within a recognized industry leader.
- Recognition as a ClearlyRated’s Best of Staffing® Client and Talent Award winner for twelve consecutive years.
- A minimum of 8 years of experience in frontend engineering, including at least 3 years in web performance optimization.
- Proficiency in React.js, Next.js, JavaScript/TypeScript, HTML5, and CSS3.
- Comprehensive understanding of browser rendering processes, networking protocols, caching mechanisms, Content Delivery Networks (CDN), and HTTP protocols.
- Hands-on experience with performance auditing tools such as Lighthouse, Chrome DevTools, WebPageTest, PageSpeed Insights, CrUX, RUM, mPulse, or Dynatrace.
- Exceptional analytical, troubleshooting, collaboration, and communication skills.
- Self-motivated and passionate about web performance and frontend optimization.
- Thrives in a collaborative, fast-paced digital and eCommerce environment.
- Demonstrates a proactive approach to identifying issues and implementing solutions that drive measurable improvements.
- Comfortable working with cross-functional teams and effectively sharing technical knowledge.
- Strong commitment to staying updated on web performance trends and best practices.
- The organization offers a supportive workplace that values diversity and fosters professional growth.
- Benefit from over 25 years of proven industry experience and an employee-focused culture.
- Enjoy working in Brentwood, Tennessee, a vibrant hub for technology professionals.
- Candidates from all backgrounds are encouraged to apply, as the company is committed to creating an inclusive and equitable workplace.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran. IDR is subject to certain governmental recordkeeping and reporting requirements for the administration of civil rights laws and regulations. In order to comply with these laws, we invite employees to voluntarily self-identify their race or ethnicity, gender, and veteran status (if applicable). Submission of this information is voluntary and refusal to provide it will not subject you to any adverse treatment. The information obtained will be kept confidential and may only be used in accordance with the provisions of applicable laws, executive orders, and regulations, including those that require the information to be summarized and reported to the federal government for civil rights enforcement. You may access this form here.
If you are ready to advance your career as a Web Performance Engineer, click the job application button now to join a forward-thinking team that values innovation, collaboration, and your personal growth.