Lead Java Automation Test Engineer

Lead Java Automation Test Engineer

This role requires a strong technical background, leadership capabilities, and expertise in test automation frameworks and tools.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage a team of Test Engineers to achieve project goals
• Create acceptance and integration test automation scripts and integrate them with Continuous Integration (Jenkins/Bamboo)
• Contribute to test planning and estimations to ensure alignment with project objectives
• Conduct web application testing, including JS, HTML, and CSS
• Ensure effective collaboration and delivery in an Agile team environment
• Lead multiple testing streams concurrently, meeting deadlines and quality standards
• Identify and address gaps in testing strategies and approaches
• Support and mentor team members to enhance their skills and performance

Requirements

• 10+ years of experience in Core Java and Selenium development
• Expertise in automation frameworks like Java, Selenium, Cucumber, JBehave, or Soap UI
• Proficiency in testing APIs (e.g., REST, JSON, XML) and using Eclipse IDE
• Strong knowledge of Software Testing Lifecycle (STLC) and test planning processes
• Competency in Functional, Usability, Compatibility, Accessibility, Regression, and Requirements/Documentation testing methods
• Familiarity with tools like SQL, XML, JSON, Fiddler, Postman, and HP ALM
• Background in JBehave or BDD (Cucumber) frameworks
• Experience in web testing environments involving JS, HTML, and CSS
• Effective English communication skills at a B2+ level

Nice to have

• Knowledge of Jenkins for CI/CD pipelines
• Experience with API Testing and understanding of client-server architecture

We offer

• Opportunity to work on technical challenges that may impact across geographies
• Vast opportunities for self-development: online university, knowledge sharing opportunities globally, learning opportunities through external certifications
• Opportunity to share your ideas on international platforms
• Sponsored Tech Talks & Hackathons
• Unlimited access to LinkedIn learning solutions
• Possibility to relocate to any EPAM office for short and long-term projects
• Focused individual development
• Benefit package:
  • Health benefits
  • Retirement benefits
  • Paid time off
  • Flexible benefits
• Forums to explore beyond work passion (CSR, photography, painting, sports, etc.)

EPAM is a leading global provider of digital platform engineering and development services. We are committed to having a positive impact on our customers, our employees, and our communities. We embrace a dynamic and inclusive culture. Here you will collaborate with multi-national teams, contribute to a myriad of innovative projects that deliver the most creative and cutting-edge solutions, and have an opportunity to continuously learn and grow. No matter where you are located, you will join a dedicated, creative, and diverse community that will help you discover your fullest potential.