Lead Test Automation Engineer (JavaScript)

We are seeking an experienced Lead Test Automation Engineer to design, manage, and expand test automation frameworks, ensuring high-quality UI and API test scenarios using the BDD approach.

Responsibilities

• Design test automation frameworks that meet project-specific needs
• Create integration test packages to verify seamless system functionality
• Address gaps in test coverage by incorporating new scenarios based on project updates
• Collaborate with Business Analysts and Development teams to meet quality and timeline goals
• Introduce innovative solutions to enhance test and code designs
• Prepare clear, comprehensive documentation aligned with testing objectives
• Optimize automated test cases for functional and non-functional requirements
• Manage test suites, including test case creation and defect tracking
• Align with CI/CD processes to ensure testing consistency
• Promote best practices for manual and automated testing techniques
• Track and communicate test progress while addressing risks and priorities

Requirements

• Proficiency in automation in JavaScript, with a focus on ReactJS and advanced usage of Playwright
• Competency with Azure DevOps and experience with cloud platforms such as AWS or Azure
• Background in manual testing methodologies and familiarity with CI/CD practices
• Knowledge of non-functional testing tools such as Snyk and SonarCloud
• Five or more years of experience in test automation engineering roles
• Strong skills in communication, technical writing, and proposing innovative solutions
• Understanding of Agile practices, especially Scrum methodology
• English proficiency at a B2 level for effective collaboration

Nice to have

• Expertise in managing cloud-based data pipelines
• Familiarity with automated testing tools outside of Playwright
• Flexibility to utilize frameworks for non-functional testing

Benefits

With us you can:

• Work on a flexible schedule remotely or from any of our comfortable offices or coworking spaces in Ukraine
• Receive the necessary equipment to perform your work tasks
• Change projects and technology stacks within EPAM
• Gain experience in various business domains (Insurance, E-commerce, Healthcare, Finance, Travelling, Media, Artificial Intelligence, and more)
• Relocation opportunities may be available for eligible candidates, depending on the role and openings at other EPAM locations
• Participate in volunteer, charity programs and communities (both technical and interest-based)

We focus on your professional growth:

• You can plan your individual career path together with your manager
• Receive regular feedback from colleagues
• Improve your English for free with certified teachers (Speaking Clubs, client interview preparation courses, etc.)
• Get the opportunity to undergo free training and certification in AWS, GCP, or Azure Clouds
• Use the internal E-learn training program (18,200+ specialized training and mentoring programs)
• Access corporate accounts on LinkedIn Learning, Get Abstract and other partner resources
• Study at EPAM Solution Architecture School with the instructors who are practicing architects
• Develop as a leader, join Delivery Management, Resource Management, Leadership Essentials school and more
• Participate in internal communities (500+ meetups, technical discussions, brainstorming sessions, online events and conferences annually)

What we offer:

• Vacation and sick leave (including a sick leave without a medical certificate)
• A wide range of Voluntary Medical Insurance programs providing both medical treatment and various preventive options (including sports activities)
• Medical insurance for family members at corporate rates
• Company support during significant life events (childbirth or adoption, marriage, etc.)
• Support for psychological comfort: discounts on services from mental health specialists or coaches, thematic training
• E-kids program - a free programming language training program for EPAMers' children