QA Automation Lead – Python, Big Data, AI-Enhanced Testing

EPAM Systems Inc; United States; Remote; USD 140,000 - 210,000; Full time

Job summary

EPAM Systems Inc. is seeking a Lead QA Automation Engineer with 8+ years of experience to drive test automation strategy and lead a team of QA engineers.

The role focuses on hands-on automation in Python, PyTest, and the design of scalable frameworks for enterprise applications, APIs, and Big Data systems. You will mentor engineers, guide test planning, and collaborate with cross-functional teams to embed automation into CI/CD pipelines (Jenkins, GitLab CI).

Qualifications

• 8+ years of experience in QA automation and leadership of automation teams.
• Strong experience with Big Data testing and distributed data validation.
• Expertise in Python, PyTest, and test automation framework design.
• Familiarity with CI/CD pipelines such as Jenkins and GitLab CI.
• Proficiency with version control tools such as Git.
• Ability to mentor junior engineers and drive adoption of automation best practices.
• Flexibility to use AI tools to enhance test design, efficiency, and coverage.

Responsibilities

• Lead the QA automation team, providing technical guidance, mentorship, and performance support
• Design, develop, and maintain robust automated test frameworks using Python and PyTest
• Oversee test planning, execution, and reporting for Big Data applications
• Collaborate with development, product, and DevOps teams to integrate test automation into CI/CD pipelines
• Ensure consistent use of version control and maintain high-quality automation code standards
• Conduct code reviews, implement best practices, and define automation strategy for new initiatives
• Leverage AI-assisted tools for test generation, automation script design, and efficiency improvements
• Facilitate risk assessment and defect management to ensure high-quality releases

Skills

QA automation leadership

Python & PyTest

CI/CD integration

Big Data testing

Tools

PyTest

Jenkins

GitLab CI

Git

Job description

EPAM Systems Inc. is seeking a Lead QA Automation Engineer with 8+ years of experience to drive test automation strategy and lead a team of QA engineers.

The role focuses on hands-on automation in Python, PyTest, and the design of scalable frameworks for enterprise applications, APIs, and Big Data systems. You will mentor engineers, guide test planning, and collaborate with cross-functional teams to embed automation into CI/CD pipelines (Jenkins, GitLab CI).