Entry Level Performance Test Lead Jobs
New grad performance test lead jobs are open to recent graduates and entry level candidates with zero to two years of experience, where a strong portfolio or internship work demonstrating load testing, performance scripting, or QA fundamentals can carry more weight than a long resume. Most openings are on-site and hybrid roles across Technology & Software, Electronics & Hardware, and Education, with employers like Qualcomm, Apple, and Tarleton State University hiring at this level now.
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SUMMARY
In the Wireless Technologies group, you will be responsible for bringing groundbreaking cellular and satellite connectivity to the world. You will design, develop, and patent the next generation of our state-of-the-art wireless technologies. You will collaborate across departments to help craft solutions that elevate the customer experience with Apple products and services. Our goal is to ensure that nothing hinders our customers’ connections with their devices. If you join us, you will help build world-renowned wireless systems so seamless that they almost feel like magic. The wireless software performance team is striving for innovative ways to utilize cellular technologies to enable new services and products that surprise and delight our customers. We are seeking an experienced engineer chartered to build cellular performance labs; play a major role in the architecture, design, and enhancement of new communication technologies and products. You will work on a team that will drive new initiatives within the company and the industry, focused on end-user experience.
DESCRIPTION
Apple is seeking an engineer who can lead and drive characterization of wireless software performance in labs and beyond. Develop expertise in cellular systems, RF frontends, hardware, and software by benchmarking power and performance for Apple products. Act as a liaison between technology and product engineering teams as a gatekeeper of end-user-facing quality. This is an excellent opportunity to interact cross-functionally with multiple engineering groups while bringing in fresh ideas to evangelize wireless communication technologies across Apple’s product portfolio and simultaneously working towards design wins in a data-driven manner from prototyping to commercialization.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
- Experience working in a laboratory environment, testing and benchmarking data, voice and application performance of cellular systems.
- Deep understanding of cellular 3GPP standards relating to 5G NR and LTE, with demonstrated experience with higher-layer protocols such as TCP/IP.
- Strong ability to debug and analyze issues across all (L1/L2/L3/Application) layers of the protocol stack, as well as RF frontends.
- Experience proposing software optimizations and improvements based on performance data to enhance overall product quality and user experience.
- Experience required working with cellular call boxes and channel emulators in a laboratory setting.
- Strong knowledge of Python scripting is necessary to automate performance test suites in the laboratory and develop tools and scripts to design key performance indicators (KPIs) required to benchmark product performance.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
- Strong collaboration and communication skills across multidisciplinary teams.
- Excellent problem-solving skills with a track record of delivering results in fast-paced environments.
- Thrive in a collaborative environment, communicate clearly while confidently driving multiple projects across various teams.
- Adapt to new technologies, think outside the box, and propose technology and product improvements in a data-driven manner.
- Obsessively passionate, inquisitive, and seek to solve everyday problems in innovative ways.
COMPENSATION
- Base pay range for this role is between $150,400 and $277,600, and your base pay will depend on your skills, qualifications, experience, and location.
Apple employees also have the opportunity to become an Apple shareholder through participation in Apple’s discretionary employee stock programs. Apple employees are eligible for discretionary restricted stock unit awards, and can purchase Apple stock at a discount if voluntarily participating in Apple’s Employee Stock Purchase Plan. You’ll also receive benefits including: Comprehensive medical and dental coverage, retirement benefits, a range of discounted products and free services, and for formal education related to advancing your career at Apple, reimbursement for certain educational expenses — including tuition. Additionally, this role might be eligible for discretionary bonuses or commission payments as well as relocation.
Note: Apple benefit, compensation and employee stock programs are subject to eligibility requirements and other terms of the applicable plan or program.
Apple is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to inclusion and diversity. We seek to promote equal opportunity for all applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, Veteran status, or other legally protected characteristics.
At Apple, we believe accessibility is a fundamental human right. You’ll find that idea reflected in everything here — in our culture, our benefits and our digital tools. By welcoming as many perspectives as possible, we help you build a career where you feel like you belong.
Apple accepts applications to this posting on an ongoing basis.
SUMMARY
In the Wireless Technologies group, you will be responsible for bringing groundbreaking cellular and satellite connectivity to the world. You will design, develop, and patent the next generation of our state-of-the-art wireless technologies. You will collaborate across departments to help craft solutions that elevate the customer experience with Apple products and services. Our goal is to ensure that nothing hinders our customers’ connections with their devices. If you join us, you will help build world-renowned wireless systems so seamless that they almost feel like magic. The wireless software performance team is striving for innovative ways to utilize cellular technologies to enable new services and products that surprise and delight our customers. We are seeking an experienced engineer chartered to build cellular performance labs; play a major role in the architecture, design, and enhancement of new communication technologies and products. You will work on a team that will drive new initiatives within the company and the industry, focused on end-user experience.
DESCRIPTION
Apple is seeking an engineer who can lead and drive characterization of wireless software performance in labs and beyond. Develop expertise in cellular systems, RF frontends, hardware, and software by benchmarking power and performance for Apple products. Act as a liaison between technology and product engineering teams as a gatekeeper of end-user-facing quality. This is an excellent opportunity to interact cross-functionally with multiple engineering groups while bringing in fresh ideas to evangelize wireless communication technologies across Apple’s product portfolio and simultaneously working towards design wins in a data-driven manner from prototyping to commercialization.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
- Experience working in a laboratory environment, testing and benchmarking data, voice and application performance of cellular systems.
- Deep understanding of cellular 3GPP standards relating to 5G NR and LTE, with demonstrated experience with higher-layer protocols such as TCP/IP.
- Strong ability to debug and analyze issues across all (L1/L2/L3/Application) layers of the protocol stack, as well as RF frontends.
- Experience proposing software optimizations and improvements based on performance data to enhance overall product quality and user experience.
- Experience required working with cellular call boxes and channel emulators in a laboratory setting.
- Strong knowledge of Python scripting is necessary to automate performance test suites in the laboratory and develop tools and scripts to design key performance indicators (KPIs) required to benchmark product performance.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
- Strong collaboration and communication skills across multidisciplinary teams.
- Excellent problem-solving skills with a track record of delivering results in fast-paced environments.
- Thrive in a collaborative environment, communicate clearly while confidently driving multiple projects across various teams.
- Adapt to new technologies, think outside the box, and propose technology and product improvements in a data-driven manner.
- Obsessively passionate, inquisitive, and seek to solve everyday problems in innovative ways.
COMPENSATION
- Base pay range for this role is between $150,400 and $277,600, and your base pay will depend on your skills, qualifications, experience, and location.
Apple employees also have the opportunity to become an Apple shareholder through participation in Apple’s discretionary employee stock programs. Apple employees are eligible for discretionary restricted stock unit awards, and can purchase Apple stock at a discount if voluntarily participating in Apple’s Employee Stock Purchase Plan. You’ll also receive benefits including: Comprehensive medical and dental coverage, retirement benefits, a range of discounted products and free services, and for formal education related to advancing your career at Apple, reimbursement for certain educational expenses — including tuition. Additionally, this role might be eligible for discretionary bonuses or commission payments as well as relocation.
Note: Apple benefit, compensation and employee stock programs are subject to eligibility requirements and other terms of the applicable plan or program.
Apple is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to inclusion and diversity. We seek to promote equal opportunity for all applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, Veteran status, or other legally protected characteristics.
At Apple, we believe accessibility is a fundamental human right. You’ll find that idea reflected in everything here — in our culture, our benefits and our digital tools. By welcoming as many perspectives as possible, we help you build a career where you feel like you belong.
Apple accepts applications to this posting on an ongoing basis.
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Entry Level Performance Test Lead Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
How do I get an entry level performance test lead job?
Focus on building hands-on experience with performance testing tools like JMeter, Gatling, or Locust through personal projects, coursework, or internships. Employers at this level look for candidates who can read and interpret test results, write basic test scripts, and communicate findings clearly. A portfolio showing even one end-to-end performance test cycle gives you a concrete edge over candidates with no demonstrated experience.
Which companies hire entry level performance test leads?
Companies hiring entry level performance test leads right now include Qualcomm, Apple, and Tarleton State University, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. At this level, hiring tends to come from technology product companies, consulting firms with QA practices, and enterprises building or scaling software platforms that require ongoing performance validation.
Are there remote entry level performance test lead jobs?
Yes, though remote availability varies by employer and project type. About 21% of entry level performance test lead openings are remote or hybrid as of November 2026, reflecting strong demand from technology and consulting employers comfortable onboarding junior testers outside of a physical office. On-site roles remain common at enterprises with strict infrastructure access requirements.
Are these new grad performance test lead jobs?
Yes, many of these listings are new grad and junior roles that explicitly welcome recent graduates and candidates with zero to two years of experience. A new-grad-friendly posting typically accepts internship work or a personal testing portfolio in place of full-time experience, focuses on foundational QA and scripting skills, and does not require prior team lead responsibilities.
Which industries hire the most entry level performance test leads?
Entry Level performance test lead roles concentrate in Technology & Software, Electronics & Hardware, and Education, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. These sectors drive hiring at this level because they build and maintain software systems at scale, creating consistent demand for junior professionals who can support load testing, identify bottlenecks, and contribute to performance engineering pipelines.