Lead Automation Tester in JS
This position is no longer accepting applications(closed Aug 16, 2026).
Summary
Lead a JavaScript-based automation testing strategy using Playwright for enterprise web platforms, defining scalable test architectures and integrating quality gates into CI/CD pipelines.
We are seeking a Lead Automation Tester in JS to set quality strategy and automation architecture for web platforms using Playwright and JavaScript. You will define quality standards, lead shift-left practices, and embed robust UI, API, and integration testing across complex enterprise-scale systems. Join the team to raise release readiness and help quality scale as the platform grows—apply now
Responsibilities
- Design and own the end-to-end automation strategy using Playwright and JavaScript
- Define automation architecture, patterns, and best practices for the team
- Ensure test suites remain scalable, maintainable, and performant as coverage grows
- Drive shift-left testing adoption across the delivery lifecycle
- Establish quality gates and enforcement within CI/CD pipelines
- Implement and oversee UI, API, and integration test coverage
- Create test strategies for complex user journeys and external integrations
- Manage test data and orchestrate environments for reliable execution
- Lead code reviews for test automation code and standards
- Eliminate flaky tests and improve overall execution reliability
- Mentor mid-level and junior Quality Engineers through coaching and guidance
- Partner with Product, Engineering, and Delivery leaders to assess release readiness
Requirements
- Hands-on experience of 5+ years in Quality Engineering or Test Automation
- Proven track record acting as a Lead QE or Automation Lead
- Deep expertise with Playwright at scale
- High proficiency in JavaScript
- Solid understanding of frontend and backend architectures
- Practical experience testing REST APIs
- Proven experience integrating automation into CI/CD pipelines
- Strong knowledge of test architecture, test data, and environment management
- Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills
- Background working with complex enterprise-scale platforms
- English proficiency at B2 (Upper-Intermediate) level or higher
Benefits
- International projects with top brands
- Work with global teams of highly skilled, diverse peers
- Healthcare benefits
- Employee financial programs
- Paid time off and sick leave
- Upskilling, reskilling and certification courses
- Unlimited access to the LinkedIn Learning library and 22,000+ courses
- Global career opportunities
- Volunteer and community involvement opportunities
- EPAM Employee Groups
- Award-winning culture recognized by Glassdoor, Newsweek and LinkedIn