Lead JavaScript Automation Test Engineer

4 weeks ago

Pune, Maharashtra, India EPAM Systems Full-time
We're on the lookout for a Lead JavaScript Automation Test Engineer to become part of our team. In this position, you'll take on a key responsibility for maintaining the accuracy and dependability of our software platforms. Your duties will include heading a group of testers, overseeing automated testing workflows, and helping refine our test automation framework on an ongoing basis. Responsibilities Guide and coach a group of testers, offering direction and assistance throughout testing efforts Work with teams across different functions to collect and evaluate system requirements Craft detailed test plans, test cases, and overarching testing strategies Organize and rank testing tasks to guarantee thorough and efficient coverage Build, code, and run automation scripts leveraging sophisticated testing tools Log, communicate, and follow up on defects, confirming they are properly verified and fixed Establish quality benchmarks and ensure the team follows recognized best practices Track and interpret QA-related metrics to drive ongoing process enhancements Keep current with new testing tools, technological advances, and evolving best practices Bring meaningful input to QA discussions and testing-related activities Requirements 8 to 12 years of background in Automation Testing, with particular emphasis on JavaScript A minimum of 4 to 6 years of direct, practical experience with JavaScript and TypeScript At least 1 year of applicable experience in a leadership capacity Skilled in UI Automation platforms such as Playwright, Mocha, Chai, Jest, Puppeteer, or Cypress Background in Web Service and API Test Automation, covering test case creation and automation framework development Solid command of Webdriver I/O for testing user interfaces English language proficiency at a B2 level or higher