Michael Johnson
Sr. Performance Test Engineer
Layton,USA
Summary
Performance testing professional with strong analytical and problem-solving skills. Adept at ensuring system reliability and optimizing performance through thorough testing processes. Known for effective collaboration within teams and adaptability to changing project needs. Skilled in using test automation tools, scripting languages, and performance monitoring techniques. Recognized for delivering impactful results under tight deadlines.
Overview
27
27
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Sr. Performance Test Engineer
United Health Group (Optum)
Salt Lake City, UT
01.2013 - 01.2025
- Managed the full lifecycle of performance testing for critical enterprise applications, designing test strategies and developing load scripts using JMeter and LoadRunner to ensure scalability and stability under realistic user conditions.
- Performed browser-based load testing on modern web applications using Locust and Selenium and OpenText’s TrueClient simulating real-world user behavior to identify performance bottlenecks.
- Provided expert support and maintenance for OpenText Performance Center (LRE) environments, ensuring system stability and minimizing downtime across the enterprise.
- Led the migration of performance testing scripts to open-source frameworks, resulting in a more scalable and cost-effective testing infrastructure.
- Communicated performance testing findings and recommendations to cross-functional teams and stakeholders, influencing application design and infrastructure improvements.
- Trained project teams in test scripting and execution within LoadRunner Enterprise and Optum’s Enterprise Performance Platform, enhancing team autonomy and capability with open-source testing tools.
- Global Managed Health Care
System and Functional Tester
Venafi
Salt Lake City, UT
01.2013 - 01.2013
- OID (Oracle Identity Directory) Setup and testing - responsible for setup and integration with VED (Venafi's Encryption Director) and testing with an Oracle backend server 11g.
- VED Agent responsible for a complete regression of the various versions of VED Agents with an array of OS's. The server OS's tested were all the Window platforms, Linux distributions (Red Hat, Centos, Ubuntu and various Unix platforms, IBM, HP and Solaris). Testing included the creation of mount points on the UX platforms for certificate exclusions.
- Presentation to board members of feature completed testing and demonstration of Mount Point Exclusions.
- Enterprise Key and Certificate Management (EKCM) solutions (6 months)
Sr. Test Engineer /Performance Tester
Zion's Bancorporation (TEKsystems 5-month contract)
Salt Lake City, UT
01.2012 - 01.2012
- Led database validation efforts during the transition from legacy internet banking systems to a national online platform, consolidating data across affiliate banks.
- Executed Java/Eclipse-based scripts to compare customer data post-conversion; ran advanced queries across Oracle and DB2 to ensure data integrity.
- Collaborated closely with developers and business analysts to troubleshoot and resolve system conversion issues.
- Designed and supported performance testing scenarios using LoadRunner to assess scalability of the new online banking application.
- Developed and maintained automated smoke tests via TestComplete, running weekly regression suites and logging defects in JIRA.
- National Bank that services 10 western states
Sr. Performance Tester - Test Lead
Total Quality Systems / cASM
Roy, UT
01.2009 - 01.2012
- Sr. Performance Test Engineer Responsible for script creation, design and load testing of cASM a work-flow & document management application.
- Worked with developers, military personnel and management to ensure that cASM met the performance requirements of the DOD.
- Worked as a Test Lead in building the functional test team. Duties included building and acquiring test automation and management tools for the team. Helped in configuring Quality Center with test plans and requirements.
- Functional Testing of cASM which includes UAT integration, help guide critiquing and test scenarios.
- Software and hardware Company specializing in fulfilling Government contract needs.
Sr. Performance Test Engineer
Sorenson Media / GeneTree
Salt Lake City, UT
01.2007 - 01.2009
- Responsible for performance testing, script creation, load test modeling & design and running load tests for genealogy and DNA social networking sites.
- Worked with developers to identify bottlenecks in the application and to provide performance related metrics about the application.
- Extensive Functional testing of the web site to ensure the best customer experience.
- Software Development Company specializing in social networking and genetic genealogy.
Sr. Performance Test Engineer
Ceridian Corporation
Salt Lake City, UT
01.2003 - 01.2007
- Responsible for Performance Testing internal and customer facing web applications created throughout the corporation.
- Responsible for enterprise-wide performance test plans, script creation, load test modeling & design.
- Major contributor for automation tool requirements for the corporation.
- Received national recognition for Performance Testing efforts and work accomplished, above and beyond current duties.
- Health care benefits provider and software Development Company
Functional Test Automation Engineer (Contract)
LANDesk Software
Salt Lake City, UT
01.2003 - 01.2003
- Designed and assigned to automate the reporting capabilities of the Network Management tool.
- Automated the running of all report types with Rational Robot, for the Network Management tool.
- Assigned the Oracle 9i lab setup for running automated tests.
- Point of contact for the setup of Oracle 9i with the Network Management tool.
- Software development specializing in network management and monitoring
Sr. Performance Test Engineer (Contract)
UnumProvident Corporation
Chattanooga, Tennessee
01.2002 - 01.2003
- Lead performance tester for all projects created in the Chattanooga Campus.
- Single Point of contact for all projects needing load testing throughout the corporation.
- Market leader for a wide range of insurance benefits provider
Sr. Performance Consultant
Segue Software (Silk Performer)
Lexington, Massachusetts
01.1999 - 01.2002
- Designed, executed, and trained teams on load testing strategies for global clients.
- Conducted on-site performance evaluations using Segue’s Load Testing Tool, guiding companies in identifying bottlenecks and optimizing website responsiveness.
- Partnered with executive and development teams to fine-tune infrastructure, resulting in 6–8x traffic capacity increases and enhanced long-term site stability.
- Authored detailed test plans and presented performance insights to stakeholders for actionable decision-making.
- Supported sales consultants in a TSE capacity by delivering product demonstrations and fielding technical inquiries from prospective customers.
- Collaborated with ERP and CRM marketing teams to position Segue’s product line within the CRM marketplace.
- Software development company specializing in a range of performance, functional and test management tools.
Sr. QA & Performance Tester (Contract)
Intel Corp.
Hillsboro, Oregon
01.1998 - 01.1999
- Scripted load tests using Silk Performer for Intel’s WebOutfitter service.
- Set up client-server and international test labs for stress and functional test environments. Win98 clients include eight different language installed OS’s. Stress lab included WinNT 4.0 Server and 24 Pentium III systems.
- Represented QA team on special assignments resolving load test issues.
- Delegated testing assignments to other QA members.
- Created and completed functional test plans on web servers whenever needed.
- Market leader in hardware and software provider
Education
QA LLM Testing - Testing
Engenious University
Certification - Azure Fundamentals and several AI courses
Udemy
Training - LoadRunner, JMeter, Python, AI Prompt Engineering and JavaScript
United Health Group
Salt Lake City, UtahCertification - Silk Performer
Segue Software
Lexington, MassachusettsTraining - LoadRunner
UnumProvident Corporation
Chattanooga, TennesseeTraining - CNE
Erudite Software and Consulting, Inc.
Salt Lake City, UtahCourse - VB Programming
Oregon State University
Portland, OregonTraining - SQA Teamtest
Intel University
Hillsboro, OregonTraining - NT Fundamentals
Intel University
Hillsboro, OregonTraining - TCP/IP Network
ADP On-site
Portland, OregonTraining - WinRunner/LoadRunner
Nike On-site
Beaverton, OregonCourses - General Ed
Weber State University
Ogden, UtahSkills
- Performance testing expertise
- Skilled in paid and opened-source testing tools
- Experienced with monitoring software
- Quality assurance for LLMs
- Azure fundamentals certification holder
Accomplishments
- Achieved highly optimized websites through effectively identifying break points and defects with applications.
Certification
QA LLM - Engenious University
Azure Fundimentals - Udemy
Ceridian Star, for highly recognized achievements
Recognized as the Performance Test Lead for the Ceridian Corporation for my load testing capabilities and identifying all kinds of defects and peak load performance.
Timeline
Sr. Performance Test Engineer
United Health Group (Optum)
01.2013 - 01.2025
System and Functional Tester
Venafi
01.2013 - 01.2013
Sr. Test Engineer /Performance Tester
Zion's Bancorporation (TEKsystems 5-month contract)
01.2012 - 01.2012
Sr. Performance Tester - Test Lead
Total Quality Systems / cASM
01.2009 - 01.2012
Sr. Performance Test Engineer
Sorenson Media / GeneTree
01.2007 - 01.2009
Sr. Performance Test Engineer
Ceridian Corporation
01.2003 - 01.2007
Functional Test Automation Engineer (Contract)
LANDesk Software
01.2003 - 01.2003
Sr. Performance Test Engineer (Contract)
UnumProvident Corporation
01.2002 - 01.2003
Sr. Performance Consultant
Segue Software (Silk Performer)
01.1999 - 01.2002
Sr. QA & Performance Tester (Contract)
Intel Corp.
01.1998 - 01.1999
Certification - Azure Fundamentals and several AI courses
Udemy
Training - LoadRunner, JMeter, Python, AI Prompt Engineering and JavaScript
United Health Group
Certification - Silk Performer
Segue Software
Training - LoadRunner
UnumProvident Corporation
Training - CNE
Erudite Software and Consulting, Inc.
Course - VB Programming
Oregon State University
Training - SQA Teamtest
Intel University
Training - NT Fundamentals
Intel University
Training - TCP/IP Network
ADP On-site
Training - WinRunner/LoadRunner
Nike On-site
Courses - General Ed
Weber State University
QA LLM Testing - Testing
Engenious University