Lead Software Development Engineer in Test

Remote in Brazil,

Location-specific conditions & benefits*

Brazil

We are looking for an experienced and results-oriented Lead Software Development Engineer in Test (SDET) to enhance our Quality Engineering team.

The ideal candidate will be instrumental in designing, managing, and executing comprehensive test plans and test cases, ensuring alignment with product management and development timelines. This role requires expertise in manual and automated testing as part of an integrated testing approach, working closely with Software Development, DevOps, and Product & Project Management teams.

Responsibilities

Create and maintain detailed test plans, test cases, and delivery timelines
Align testing activities with schedules from Product Management and Development teams
Develop and execute manual and automated test scripts to ensure system quality
Outline test strategies for validating product requirements, features, enhancements, and defect resolutions
Implement and promote best practices in quality assurance throughout the development lifecycle
Collaborate with DevOps and Software Development teams to meet quality benchmarks
Review and refine test cases, assertions, and scripts in shared code repositories
Ensure high-quality standards for web applications, both internal and external
Lead performance, load, and API testing to ensure system reliability and efficiency
Utilize testing tools such as Playwright, Postman, Jira, and K6 for diverse scenarios
Set up and manage local environments pivotal for testing and development requirements
Work in an Agile/Scrum environment, contributing alongside cross-functional teams

Requirements

Minimum of 5 years of professional experience in quality engineering or related roles
At least 1 year in a leadership or team management position
Background in version control systems, including Git
Proficiency in building testing frameworks using tools like Playwright
Knowledge of Azure DevOps, including Azure Test Plans and Pipelines
Skills in Node.js, TypeScript, and GraphQL for testing and debugging purposes
Expertise in API testing and debugging with tools such as Postman
Experience in conducting performance tests using tools such as K6
Understanding of defect tracking and resolution processes using Jira
Competency in continuous integration tools and code coverage practices
Thorough understanding of front-end and back-end system integration
Capability to analyze and resolve complex technical issues efficiently

Nice to have

Understanding of performance and load testing for web applications using tools like JMeter

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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