Automation Tester (Java)

EPAM is a leading global provider of digital platform engineering and development services. We are committed to having a positive impact on our customers, our employees, and our communities. We embrace a dynamic and inclusive culture. Here you will collaborate with multi-national teams, contribute to a myriad of innovative projects that deliver the most creative and cutting-edge solutions, and have an opportunity to continuously learn and grow. No matter where you are located, you will join a dedicated, creative, and diverse community that will help you discover your fullest potential.
We're currently seeking an Automation Tester to join our growing team. The successful applicant will bring strong capabilities in Java-based test automation, direct experience working with Selenium and REST API testing, and a solid grasp of web application security fundamentals along with typical OWASP concerns.
Responsibilities
Develop, construct, and continually update automated test scripts using Java
Set up and manage ongoing UI automation initiatives built on the Selenium platform
Produce automated test cases aimed at REST APIs and related backend infrastructure
Verify that security patches addressing vulnerabilities have been implemented correctly and that all flagged concerns are completely addressed
Carry out cycles of functional, integration, and regression testing after security updates, dependency changes, and other application adjustments
Confirm results and fix effectiveness by using Veracode or equivalent SAST, SCA, and DAST tools
Team up with developers to reproduce security-related bugs and validate that corrections have been correctly put in place
Make certain that security corrections don't create fresh complications within functionality essential to the business
Assess automated testing outcomes, identify unsuccessful cases, and contribute to determining root causes
Handle validation work at both API and database levels as circumstances require
Maintain close collaboration with development staff, QA peers, product stakeholders, and other team contributors
Support ongoing enhancement of test coverage, automated processes, and quality benchmarks across application portfolios
Requirements
Two or more years of practical, applied experience in Java-based automated testing
Strong hands-on familiarity with the Selenium tool
Notable experience testing and confirming the functionality of REST APIs
Prior work incorporating and executing automated testing within CI/CD pipeline structures
Functional understanding of web application security fundamentals and typical OWASP-related risks
Ability to evaluate and confirm the effectiveness of security-focused fixes
Direct experience carrying out functional, integration, and regression test types
Keen troubleshooting capability paired with strong analytical reasoning
Ability to function well within existing enterprise system environments and manage complicated business workflows
Strong SQL knowledge combined with practical database validation experience
Workable communication ability along with English fluency at B2 level or above, supporting understanding of business needs and their conversion into agentic architectures
Nice to have
Prior work embedding and maintaining automated tests inside CI/CD pipeline setups
Hands-on familiarity with Veracode or similar tools used for security testing
Background working with SAST, SCA, and/or DAST tools along with skill in interpreting their results
Experience testing applications built on Spring or Spring Boot technology
Practical background performing regression testing and automation within older, established enterprise systems
Experience testing applications undergoing changes related to dependencies, frameworks, or security upgrades
Background in either building new or modernizing existing large-scale, complex systems
We offer
International projects with top brands
Work with global teams of highly skilled, diverse peers
Healthcare benefits
Employee financial programs
Paid time off and sick leave
Upskilling, reskilling and certification courses
Unlimited access to the LinkedIn Learning library and 22,000+ courses
Global career opportunities
Volunteer and community involvement opportunities
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EPAM 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.

Work arrangement
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