We are seeking a Lead SDET (Software Development Engineer in Test) to lead JavaScript/TypeScript and Playwright automation that safeguards product quality. You will collaborate with test managers, product owners, developers, and engineering teams to design and grow automated coverage across functional, non-functional, API, component, and performance testing, with robust CI/CD integration and traceability.
Responsibilities
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Collaborate with test managers and product owners to align on test plans and strategies for new and existing features
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Analyze requirements, acceptance criteria, and technical documentation to deliver clear, complete test scenarios and scripts
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Build, implement, and execute automated tests that address functional and non-functional quality attributes
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Establish and apply API testing strategies to validate endpoint correctness, security, reliability, and performance
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Sustain component-level test suites using appropriate mocks and contracts to verify modules in isolation and within the broader system
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Plan, execute, and interpret performance and load tests to assess scalability, responsiveness, and stability under varying conditions
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Report and communicate defects with clear reproduction steps, supporting logs, and evidence
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Collaborate with developers, DevOps, and other engineering teams to anticipate changes and validate upcoming updates
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Integrate automated test frameworks and scripts into CI/CD pipelines with quality gates to boost efficiency, coverage, and repeatability
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Engage proactively with stakeholders to clarify requirements, review designs, and confirm implementations
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Organize test assets and ensure traceability in Xray, Jira, Confluence, and Git, linking tests to requirements and acceptance criteria
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Participate actively in Agile ceremonies such as daily stand-ups, sprint planning, retrospectives, and backlog grooming
Requirements
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Background in JavaScript/TypeScript test automation, including 5+ years in professional environments
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Expertise in Playwright for 3+ years, delivering stable end-to-end automation
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At least 1 year of relevant leadership experience
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Understanding of API testing, mocking, and contract validation using tools such as Supertest, WireMock, and Pact
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Skills in performance testing with k6 and working with analysis dashboards such as Grafana and Xray
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Knowledge of containerization and service isolation approaches using Docker Compose, Testcontainers, and LocalStack
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Proficiency in integrating automated tests into CI/CD pipelines and maintaining traceability in test management tools
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Competency in Agile methodologies with effective cross-team communication habits
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Excellent command of written and spoken English (B2+ level)
Nice to have
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Familiarity with AI-assisted development tools such as GitHub Copilot in VS Code
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Knowledge of PostgreSQL and Kafka that supports component-level service isolation
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Understanding of Bruno and Swagger applied to API test design
We offer
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International projects with top brands
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Work with global teams of highly skilled, diverse peers
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Healthcare benefits
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Employee financial programs
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Paid time off and sick leave
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Upskilling, reskilling and certification courses
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Unlimited access to the LinkedIn Learning library and 22,000+ courses
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Global career opportunities
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Volunteer and community involvement opportunities
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EPAM Employee Groups
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Award-winning culture recognized by Glassdoor, Newsweek and LinkedIn
