Lead Automation Tester (C++)

EPAM Systems; Colombia; Remote; COP 12,000,000 - 20,000,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Healthcare benefits

Paid time off

Upskilling / Certification courses

LinkedIn Learning access

Global career opportunities

Job summary

EPAM Systems, Inc. is seeking a Lead Automation Tester to drive automation strategy across a complex game development lifecycle. You will lead a small specialist team, partner closely with engineers, and expand automated test coverage.

You will coach and mentor QA while overseeing regression cycles, troubleshooting with engineers, and maintaining robust test frameworks. Strong C++ and scripting skills, plus English proficiency, are required.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of professional software testing.
• 3+ years of automated testing and/or scripting.
• 1+ years of leadership in test planning, QA best practices, and mentorship.
• Proficiency in C++.
• Hands-on experience with Appium, Selenium, and JUnit.
• Upper-Intermediate English (B2) proficiency.

Responsibilities

• Define test strategies and test plans across the development lifecycle.
• Lead automation strategy and prioritize technical test objectives for quality standards.
• Maintain and expand automated test suites and test automation frameworks.
• Execute and oversee regression cycles, including targeted manual playthroughs when needed.
• Investigate and troubleshoot complex issues with engineers to speed up resolution.
• Manage defect lifecycle and drive alignment on high-priority fixes.
• Coach and mentor a small technical QA team on tools and best practices.
• Communicate test findings and risks clearly to engineering and production stakeholders.

Skills

Automation testing

Leadership

Test strategy

Problem solving

English proficiency

Tools

Appium

Selenium

JUnit

Job description

We are looking for a Lead Automation Tester to drive automation strategy and quality execution across a complex game development lifecycle. You will lead a small specialist team, partner closely with engineers, and expand automated test coverage.ResponsibilitiesDefine test strategies and test plans across the development lifecycleLead automation strategy and prioritize technical test objectives for quality standardsMaintain and expand automated test suites and test automation frameworksExecute and oversee regression cycles, including targeted manual playthroughs when neededInvestigate and troubleshoot complex issues with engineers to speed up resolutionManage defect lifecycle and drive alignment on high-priority fixesCoach and mentor a small technical QA team on tools and best practicesCommunicate test findings and risks clearly to engineering and production stakeholdersRequirements5+ years of professional experience in software testing3+ years of experience in automated testing and/or scripting1+ years of leadership experience in test planning, QA best practices, and mentorshipProficiency in C++Hands-on experience with Appium, Selenium, and JUnitStrong problem-solving and analytical skillsUpper-Intermediate English (B2) proficiencyNice to haveCI/CD experience with systems such as TeamCity, Jenkins, or HordeGame testing experience across multiple lifecycle phases for AAA titlesPython scripting experienceTestRail experience for test case managementUnreal Engine experienceWe offerInternational projects with top brandsWork with global teams of highly skilled, diverse peersHealthcare benefitsEmployee financial programsPaid time off and sick leaveUpskilling, reskilling and certification coursesUnlimited access to the LinkedIn Learning library and 22,000+ coursesGlobal career opportunitiesVolunteer and community involvement opportunitiesEPAM Employee GroupsAward-winning culture recognized by Glassdoor, Newsweek and LinkedInEPAM is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.