Overview

We are seeking a Lead Test Automation Engineer with strong experience in JavaScript or TypeScript-based automation frameworks. The ideal candidate should have hands-on experience building and maintaining automated tests for modern web applications and APIs, with a strong focus on quality, reliability and maintainability.

This position requires solid automation expertise, strong testing fundamentals and the ability to collaborate effectively with development, product and QA teams.

Responsibilities

  • Architect, develop and maintain automated test frameworks using JavaScript or TypeScript
  • Build automated tests for frontend applications, APIs and end-to-end flows
  • Create and maintain test suites using tools such as Cypress, Playwright, WebdriverIO or similar
  • Integrate automated tests into CI/CD pipelines
  • Analyze test failures, report defects and collaborate with developers on resolution
  • Enhance automation reliability, execution time and maintainability
  • Contribute to test strategy definition, code reviews and quality engineering discussions
  • Mentor other QA engineers and promote automation best practices

Requirements

  • Background in test automation using JavaScript or TypeScript
  • Hands-on experience with Cypress, Playwright, WebdriverIO or similar tools
  • Skills in API testing using Postman, SuperTest, Axios, REST clients or similar
  • Understanding of testing principles, test design techniques and QA processes
  • Familiarity with CI/CD tools such as Jenkins, GitHub Actions, GitLab CI, Azure DevOps or similar
  • Proficiency in Git and version control practices
  • Knowledge of web technologies such as HTML, CSS, DOM, HTTP and browser behavior
  • Background in Agile/Scrum environments
  • Strong debugging, analytical and communication skills

Nice to have

  • Familiarity with BDD frameworks such as Cucumber
  • Exposure to visual regression testing
  • Hands-on experience with Docker or cloud-based test execution
  • Background in performance or accessibility testing
  • Practical experience testing microservices or cloud-based applications

Mexico (Remote)

  • Career plan and real growth opportunities
  • Unlimited access to LinkedIn learning solutions
  • Constant training, mentoring, online corporate courses, eLearning and more
  • English classes with a certified teacher
  • Support for employee’s initiatives (Algorithms club, toastmasters, agile club and more)
  • Enjoyable working environment (Gaming room, napping area, amenities, events, sport teams and more)
  • Flexible work schedule and dress code
  • Collaborate in a multicultural environment and share best practices from around the globe
  • Hired directly by EPAM & 100% under payroll
  • Law benefits (IMSS, INFONAVIT, 25% vacation bonus)
  • Major medical expenses insurance: Life, Major medical expenses with dental & visual coverage (for the employee and direct family members)
  • 13 % employee savings fund, capped to the law limit
  • Grocery coupons
  • 30 days December bonus
  • Employee Stock Purchase Plan
  • 12 vacations days
  • Official Mexican holidays, plus 5 extra holidays (Maundry Thursday and Friday, November 2nd, December 24th & 31st)
  • Monthly non-taxable amount for the electricity and internet bills

[epamgdo] Mexico (About EPAM)

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.

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