Senior Automation Tester in Java

Remote in Mexico

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Mexico

We are seeking a highly skilled Senior Automation Tester with expertise in Java to become a vital part of our team.

In this position, you will be responsible for developing and enhancing automated test scripts for various testing types, including functional, integration, and regression. You will collaborate closely with development and DevOps teams to implement automated testing into CI/CD pipelines, ensuring the delivery of reliable and high-quality software solutions.

Responsibilities

Develop and implement test cases for functional, integration, and acceptance testing
Automate test cases for regression, functional, and smoke testing scenarios
Plan and oversee automation activities while following established testing standards
Integrate automated test processes into DevOps pipelines to support continuous testing
Diagnose and resolve system issues in an efficient and creative manner
Build automated tests for backend systems, including validation of REST APIs
Record and track defects to ensure they are resolved promptly
Manage test environments and test data to maintain reliability and consistency
Ensure proper version control for test scripts to track updates and revisions

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or a related discipline; a Master’s degree is an added advantage
A minimum of 3 years of experience in Quality Assurance, with at least 2 years in test automation or a combination of development and testing roles
Strong knowledge of REST and SOAP API testing using tools like SOAPUI and Groovy scripting
Practical experience with Selenium or other similar automation tools
Ability to create and maintain automation scripts aligned with acceptance criteria
Understanding of Agile methodologies and development frameworks
Strong analytical thinking and problem-solving skills with excellent organizational abilities
Comprehensive understanding of functional, integration, and regression testing methods
Experience writing unit tests to address edge cases, usability, and reliability requirements
Thorough knowledge of manual testing practices and techniques
Experience integrating automated test suites into CI/CD pipelines
Proficiency in documentation and fluent English communication at a B2 level or higher

Nice to have

Familiarity with CI/CD workflows and associated practices
Experience with tools such as Apache Maven, Gradle, and Cucumber for build and testing processes

We offer/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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