Lead Automation Tester in JS

Description

Summary: Seeking a Lead Automation Tester in JS to define quality strategy and automation architecture for web platforms, leading shift-left practices and robust testing. Highlights: 1. Design and own end-to-end automation strategy using Playwright and JavaScript 2. Drive shift-left testing adoption across the delivery lifecycle 3. Mentor mid-level and junior Quality Engineers through coaching and guidance We are seeking a **Lead Automation Tester in JS** to set quality strategy and automation architecture for web platforms using Playwright and JavaScript. You will define quality standards, lead shift\-left practices, and embed robust UI, API, and integration testing across complex enterprise\-scale systems. Join the team to raise release readiness and help quality scale as the platform grows—apply now **Responsibilities** * Design and own the end\-to\-end automation strategy using Playwright and JavaScript * Define automation architecture, patterns, and best practices for the team * Ensure test suites remain scalable, maintainable, and performant as coverage grows * Drive shift\-left testing adoption across the delivery lifecycle * Establish quality gates and enforcement within CI/CD pipelines * Implement and oversee UI, API, and integration test coverage * Create test strategies for complex user journeys and external integrations * Manage test data and orchestrate environments for reliable execution * Lead code reviews for test automation code and standards * Eliminate flaky tests and improve overall execution reliability * Mentor mid\-level and junior Quality Engineers through coaching and guidance * Partner with Product, Engineering, and Delivery leaders to assess release readiness **Requirements** * Hands\-on experience of 5\+ years in Quality Engineering or Test Automation * Proven track record acting as a Lead QE or Automation Lead * Deep expertise with Playwright at scale * High proficiency in JavaScript * Solid understanding of frontend and backend architectures * Practical experience testing REST APIs * Proven experience integrating automation into CI/CD pipelines * Strong knowledge of test architecture, test data, and environment management * Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills * Background working with complex enterprise\-scale platforms * English proficiency at B2 (Upper\-Intermediate) level or higher **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