Performance Engineer Salary in the United States

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How much does a Performance Engineer make in the United States? The average Performance Engineer salary in the United States is $84,409 as of April 01, 2025, but the salary range typically falls between $77,128 and $93,509. Salary ranges can vary widely depending on many important factors, including education, certifications, additional skills, the number of years you have spent in your profession. With more online, real-time compensation data than any other website, Salary.com helps you determine your exact pay target. 

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Senior Graphics Performance Engineer
INTEL - PHOENIX , AZ
Job Description. Intel's Graphic solutions are used by millions of people every day, changing the way the world sees in unprecedented ways. The Graphics IP team
- 4 days ago
Senior Graphics Performance Engineer
INTEL - PHOENIX , AZ
Job Description. Intel's Graphic solutions are used by millions of people every day, changing the way the world sees in unprecedented ways. The Graphics IP team
- 4 days ago
Senior Graphics Performance Engineer
INTEL - PHOENIX , AZ
Job Description. Intel's Graphic solutions are used by millions of people every day, changing the way the world sees in unprecedented ways. The Graphics IP team
- 4 days ago
Performance Test Engineer with Security Clearance
steampunk - MCLEAN , VA
Overview Are you inquisitive. Thorough. Diplomatic. Ever worked as part of a program that is Agile. Are you interested in being an agent of change on a team com
- 4 days ago
Performance Assessment Engineer (Run-Ahead) with Security Clearance
The Judge Group - BLACK FOREST , CO
Our client is currently seeking a Performance Assessment Engineer (Run-Ahead) Skills: The ideal candidate will possess at least 5 years of experience in relevan
- 3 days ago
Full Performance Software Engineer with Security Clearance
Kavaliro - HERNDON , VA
Kavaliro is seeking a Full Performance Software Engineer to support a client in Virginia. Job Description. Kavaliro is seeking a Full Performance developer to s
- 3 days ago

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Average Base Salary

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Average Total Cash Compensation

Includes base and annual incentives

 
 
 
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These charts show the average base salary (core compensation), as well as the average total cash compensation for the job of Performance Engineer in the United States. The base salary for Performance Engineer ranges from $77,128 to $93,509 with the average base salary of $84,409. The total cash compensation, which includes base, and annual incentives, can vary anywhere from $79,018 to $96,681 with the average total cash compensation of $86,909.

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