Lead Software Test Automation Engineer (Java)

EPAM Systems, Inc.; United States; Remote; USD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

EPAM Systems, Inc. is seeking a Lead Software Test Automation Engineer with deep Java skills to architect and sustain automated testing for web apps, REST APIs, and Salesforce-driven systems.

You will lead Playwright-based test suites, validate Salesforce customizations and Apex/Lightning components, drive API testing, and collaborate across Agile teams within CI/CD pipelines to ensure high-quality software.

Qualifications

• Five or more years in Java-based test automation.
• Minimum one year of leading a team.
• Strong knowledge of test automation framework architecture.
• Excellent English communication (Upper-Intermediate or higher).

Responsibilities

• Architect and maintain automated test scripts using Playwright for web apps and REST services.
• Verify Salesforce applications including Apex code and Lightning components, plus Java-based microservices.
• Drive end-to-end test strategies with integration and API testing within CI/CD pipelines.
• Collaborate with developers, product, and QA across Agile teams and log defects in Jira.

Skills

Java

Test Automation

Playwright

REST Assured

Salesforce Testing

API Testing

CI/CD

Jira

Git/GitHub

TestRail

Agile

Leadership

English B2+

Tools

Playwright

REST Assured

Postman

GitHub Actions

Jenkins

Job description

We're on the hunt for an accomplished Lead Software Test Automation Engineer with deep Java skills to become part of our team. In this capacity, you'll architect and sustain dependable automated testing frameworks for web platforms, RESTful APIs, and Salesforce-driven systems, guaranteeing top-tier quality throughout our microservices ecosystem.ResponsibilitiesArchitect, build, and sustain automated test scripts through the Playwright framework, covering both web applications and RESTful service layersGrasp and verify the behavior of Salesforce-built applications, including custom objects, Apex code, and Lightning components, alongside Java-based microservicesCraft and carry out thorough test strategies, incorporating integration and API-level testing for microservices and their associated endpointsPartner with development, product, and QA groups across every phase of the Agile development cycleCarry out full end-to-end validation covering Salesforce customization work, system integrations, Lightning Web Components, and Apex triggersExamine RESTful API documentation and conduct automated API validation using platforms such as Postman or PlaywrightKeep watch over test run outcomes and diagnose integration breakdowns occurring within CI/CD automation pipelinesLog, catalog, and communicate discovered defects through platforms like JiraRequirementsFive or more years spent working in Java-based test automationA minimum of one year guiding and overseeing a teamDeep knowledge of how test automation framework architecture is structuredStrong command of Playwright and REST Assured toolsCapability testing Salesforce applications and working within TestRailWorking knowledge of Agile practices and how test planning unfolds iteratively in Scrum or Kanban settingsSkill in producing well-defined, reusable test cases derived from requirements and acceptance criteriaSolid troubleshooting and problem-diagnosis capabilitiesComfort using version control platforms such as GitHub or GitLabEnglish fluency at an Upper-Intermediate (B2) level or aboveNice to haveExposure to Anthropic ClaudeCertification as a Salesforce Administrator or DeveloperAwareness of supporting testing libraries used with Playwright, such as Mocha or JestSome experience with cloud environments like Azure in the context of hosting microservicesWe 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 LinkedIn