Performance Test Lead in Coventry

As the Performance Test Lead here at Cadent, you will be responsible for planning, designing, executing, and analysing performance, load, and scalability testing across SAP and non‐SAP applications. The role ensures systems meet performance criteria, remain stable under expected and peak loads, and support business‐critical processes without degradation in service.

The tester will primarily work with NeoLoad (preferred tool) to create and execute performance testing scripts, analyse results, and collaborate with development and infrastructure teams to identify and resolve performance bottlenecks.

Why you'll love this role:

• Performance Strategy – Develop and maintain performance testing strategies and acceptance criteria.
• Test Design & Execution – Create and execute performance test scripts using NeoLoad and other tools.
• Analysis & Reporting – Analyse test results, identify bottlenecks, and recommend optimisation strategies.
• Collaboration – Work with developers, architects, and infrastructure teams to resolve performance issues.
• Leadership – Mentor and develop a team of performance test specialists, driving continuous improvement.

What you'll bring:

• Qualifications

• ISTQB Foundation in Software Testing (or equivalent)
• Bachelor's degree within a relevant and transferable subject

• Strong knowledge of performance testing concepts (load, stress, endurance, spike testing).
• Proficiency in NeoLoad (preferred), or similar performance testing tools such as LoadRunner, JMeter, or Gatling.
• Ability to monitor and interpret application and infrastructure metrics (APM tools such as Dynatrace, AppDynamics, or equivalent beneficial).
• Experience working in agile, DevOps, and CI/CD environments.
• Strong analytical, problem‐solving, and root cause analysis skills.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills to explain technical findings to non‐technical audiences.
• Minimum 5 years of experience in performance testing, with hands‐on expertise in NeoLoad preferred.
• Proven track record in scripting, executing, and analysing performance tests in enterprise‐scale applications.
• Experience working on complex, integrated system landscapes (SAP, web, cloud‐based applications).

Ready to lead performance testing and ensure system stability? Join us as a Performance Test Lead and make an impact.

At Cadent, we're thrilled to be part of the future of UK energy! We have a clear roadmap to drive our performance to the forefront of our industry and support the UK government in achieving its net zero targets by 2050. We're making a difference through innovation and new ways of working. Together, we're shaping a cleaner, greener future for our 11 million customers, whom we put at the heart of everything we do.

What's In It for You

• Annual bonus
• Pension Scheme double matched up to a total of 18% of salary
• 25 days holiday, plus statutory days, and an option to buy more
• An extra day off each year to celebrate life's special moments
• Career development with funded learning options
• Flexible working and strong ED&I commitments
• Generous family policies and flexible benefits
• Retail discounts, gym access, and more

We support a healthy work‐life balance and are open to flexible working options.

Diversity and Inclusion

Don't meet every requirement? No problem! If you're excited about this opportunity but your experience doesn't align perfectly with every qualification mentioned, we would still love for you to submit your application – you may just be the right person for this role or other opportunities at Cadent. We value diversity and are committed to being an equitable employer. Our employee communities – Women in Cadent, Pride at Work (LGBTQ+), Embrace (ethnicity and religion), Thrive! (disability), the Cadent Military Community, the Grief Awareness Community, and the Men's Engagement Network (M.E.N) – can't wait to welcome you!

What's next?

To be considered for this role, please submit your application with an up‐to‐date CV and our Talent Acquisition team will get in touch soon. To learn more about Cadent, visit our website at Home – Cadent Gas Ltd. Be part of something big. Help shape the future of gas for generations to come.