QA Automation Engineer

EPAM Systems; United States; Remote; USD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

EPAM Systems Inc. is seeking a QA Automation Engineer to build and evolve the automation framework, design robust test automation, and drive performance testing. The role includes scripting tests after validation to accelerate cycles and ensure reliable releases.

You will collaborate with the QA Technical Lead to define strategy, estimate effort, and craft testing approaches across scope, budget, and risks, while validating IT-delivered products through automated workflows and stress tests.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Engineering, Systems Engineering, or a comparable field
• At least 2 years of hands-on automation testing experience
• Direct background in automated testing using Java
• Strong command of Java as a foundational language for test automation work
• Background working with Playwright for automating browser-based tests
• Background working with Selenium to automate testing of web applications
• Functional knowledge of SQL for querying and verifying test data
• Functional knowledge of TypeScript for writing automated test scripts
• Exposure to AI/Generative AI concepts as they apply to testing practices
• Professional proficiency in English (B1)

Responsibilities

• Evaluate testing requirements and produce dependable effort estimates to support automation work
• Construct automated solutions that speed up and simplify the testing workflow
• Partner with the QA Technical Lead to shape the overall automation strategy and direction
• Outline the testing approach by factoring in project scope, deliverables, and budget parameters
• Contribute to product design reviews, offering input on functional requirements, planning considerations, and potential risk areas
• Confirm the quality of IT-delivered products by automating workflows and performing stress testing, verifying that components and applications are ready for production

Skills

Java

Playwright

Selenium

TypeScript

SQL

English (B1)

Education

Bachelor's/Master's degree in Computer Engineering / Systems Engineering

Tools

GitLab

Jenkins

Postman

SonarQube

Job description

We have an opening for a QA Automation Engineer to join our organization. This technical position centers on constructing the framework that powers test automation and performance testing. The role involves championing sound automation practices and helping strengthen the framework as it evolves. A key part of the job is scripting test cases once they've been confirmed to work, making testing more efficient in later cycles.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate testing requirements and produce dependable effort estimates to support automation work
• Construct automated solutions that speed up and simplify the testing workflow
• Partner with the QA Technical Lead to shape the overall automation strategy and direction
• Outline the testing approach by factoring in project scope, deliverables, and budget parameters
• Contribute to product design reviews, offering input on functional requirements, planning considerations, and potential risk areas
• Confirm the quality of IT-delivered products by automating workflows and performing stress testing, verifying that components and applications are ready for production

Requirements

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Engineering, Systems Engineering, or a comparable field
• At least 2 years of relevant hands-on experience
• Direct background in Automated Testing using Java
• Strong command of Java as a foundational language for test automation work
• Background working with Playwright for automating browser-based tests
• Background working with Selenium to automate testing of web applications
• Functional knowledge of SQL for querying and verifying test data
• Functional knowledge of TypeScript for writing automated test scripts
• Exposure to AI/Generative AI concepts as they apply to testing practices
• Professional proficiency in English (B1)

Nice to have

• Background using Appium for automating tests on mobile applications
• Familiarity with Cucumber for developing behavior-driven tests
• Working knowledge of GitLab supporting version control and CI/CD processes
• Background with Jenkins for continuous integration and build automation
• Familiarity with Postman for testing APIs
• Exposure to SonarQube for analyzing and inspecting code quality