Lead JavaScript Automation Test Engineer

We are looking for a Lead JavaScript Automation Test Engineer to uphold dependable, high-quality releases across our software platforms with robust automation. You will lead testers, oversee automated test execution, and keep improving our automation framework and workflows.

Responsibilities

• Manage and mentor a tester group, offering clear direction across testing efforts
• Coordinate with cross-functional stakeholders to collect and evaluate requirements
• Write detailed test plans, test cases, and testing strategies covering key scenarios
• Schedule and prioritize testing tasks to ensure full and efficient coverage
• Implement and execute automated test scripts using advanced tooling
• Report defects, communicate impact, and verify fixes through to completion
• Define quality benchmarks and ensure the team follows established best practices
• Track QA metrics and use insights to improve testing processes continuously
• Maintain awareness of new tools, technology shifts, and evolving testing practices
• Add meaningful contributions to QA meetings and testing-focused initiatives

Requirements

• Significant Automation Testing experience with emphasis on JavaScript (8–12 years)
• Strong practical experience using JavaScript and TypeScript in test automation (4–6 years)
• Confirmed experience leading others in a QA leadership role (1+ year)
• Experience with UI Automation solutions such as Playwright, Mocha, Chai, Jest, Puppeteer, or Cypress
• Knowledge of Web Service and API Test Automation, including test case creation and automation framework development
• Good working knowledge of Webdriver I/O for UI automation
• English proficiency B2 (Upper-Intermediate) or higher

Benefits

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.)