Lead Automation Tester in JavaScript (AWS)

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Argentina

We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Lead Automation Tester in JavaScript to take a leadership role within our product-focused development team.

Your role will involve driving testing strategies, mentoring team members, and ensuring the delivery of exceptional software products. If you're passionate about advancing automated testing practices and excel in guiding collaborative teams, we invite you to apply.

Responsibilities

Define and drive comprehensive testing strategies, ensuring alignment with project and organizational goals
Create and manage detailed test plans and test cases based on requirements, design specifications, and user stories
Design highly robust, scalable automated test scripts using the designated test automation suite
Perform functional, regression, integration, and performance testing both manually and via automation tools
Evaluate and implement testing solutions for application multi-tenant capabilities
Document defects with precision and accuracy using a bug-tracking system, prioritizing resolution and communication
Provide mentorship and technical oversight to internal QA team members for skill development
Collaborate deeply with developers, product owners, stakeholders, and client teams to ensure adherence to software quality standards and testing goals
Enhance QA processes, frameworks, and tools to drive operational efficiency across projects
Employ cutting-edge practices for microservices architecture and utilize AI-enabled technologies for code refactoring, where applicable
Manage and oversee the implementation of CI/CD pipelines with a focus on automation tools and methodologies
Lead efforts in evaluating and integrating new testing tools and techniques to improve overall quality assurance processes

Requirements

Minimum 5 years' experience in the QA field, with extensive hands-on automated testing skills
At least 1 year of relevant leadership experience
Advanced familiarity with automated testing tools such as Selenium, Cypress, and TestComplete, combined with advanced knowledge of JUnit or TestNG
Deep understanding of black-box, white-box, and gray-box testing principles
Expertise in MS SQL Server and T-SQL, with flexibility to write and execute complex data validation queries
Proven background in API testing tools, methodologies, and advanced troubleshooting practices
Proficiency in Agile/Scrum project environments, with experience leading QA processes within such frameworks
Demonstrated ability to oversee bug-tracking systems like Jira and prioritize defect resolution workflows
Exceptional analytical thinking, problem-solving skills, and ability to manage high-pressure, time-sensitive tasks effectively
Fluency in English (written and spoken) at a B2 level or higher

Nice to have

Extensive experience in creating complex CSK solutions for QA environments
In-depth understanding of AWS secrets management practices, including strategies for key rotation
Advanced proficiency in cloud testing environments, with particular emphasis on Amazon Web Services
Demonstrated ability to manage CI/CD pipelines, implement automation practices, and ensure scalability
Qualifications in testing applications developed using frameworks like .NET Core
Prior experience leading QA teams or processes within multi-product, multi-client environments

Benefits

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
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