Lead Software Test Automation Engineer (Java)

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.
Responsibilities
Architect, build, and sustain automated test scripts through the Playwright framework, covering both web applications and RESTful service layers
Grasp and verify the behavior of Salesforce-built applications, including custom objects, Apex code, and Lightning components, alongside Java-based microservices
Craft and carry out thorough test strategies, incorporating integration and API-level testing for microservices and their associated endpoints
Partner with development, product, and QA groups across every phase of the Agile development cycle
Carry out full end-to-end validation covering Salesforce customization work, system integrations, Lightning Web Components, and Apex triggers
Examine RESTful API documentation and conduct automated API validation using platforms such as Postman or Playwright
Keep watch over test run outcomes and diagnose integration breakdowns occurring within CI/CD automation pipelines
Log, catalog, and communicate discovered defects through platforms like Jira
Requirements
Five or more years spent working in Java-based test automation
A minimum of one year guiding and overseeing a team
Deep knowledge of how test automation framework architecture is structured
Strong command of Playwright and REST Assured tools
Capability testing Salesforce applications and working within TestRail
Working knowledge of Agile practices and how test planning unfolds iteratively in Scrum or Kanban settings
Skill in producing well-defined, reusable test cases derived from requirements and acceptance criteria
Solid troubleshooting and problem-diagnosis capabilities
Comfort using version control platforms such as GitHub or GitLab
English fluency at an Upper-Intermediate (B2) level or above
Nice to have
Exposure to Anthropic Claude
Certification as a Salesforce Administrator or Developer
Awareness of supporting testing libraries used with Playwright, such as Mocha or Jest
Some experience with cloud environments like Azure in the context of hosting microservices
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
EPAM Employee Groups
Award-winning culture recognized by Glassdoor, Newsweek and LinkedIn

Work arrangement
Yes