Senior Automation Tester with Java

Remote in Mexico

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Mexico

We are seeking a highly skilled and detail-oriented Senior Automation Tester with expertise in Java to join our growing team.

This role is critical to the transition from manual to automation testing within our organization, with an opportunity to influence the development of a native automation framework from the ground up. If you’re passionate about delivering high-quality software and thrive in agile environments, this position is perfect for you!

Responsibilities

Write functional, integration, and acceptance test cases
Automate test cases for regression, functional, and smoke testing across front-end and back-end services (REST APIs)
Plan and execute automation tasks while ensuring adherence to testing standards within the team
Integrate test cycles into the DevOps pipeline for seamless deployments
Troubleshoot and resolve system issues in creative and efficient ways
Document and report defects clearly for resolution
Manage test data and testing environments effectively
Handle test script version control to support the evolving project needs

Requirements

Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science or a related field
3+ years of experience in Quality Assurance, with at least 3 years focused on test automation or a mix of development and testing
Knowledge of manual testing to support the ongoing transition from manual to automation
Expertise in Java-based testing with proficiency in Selenium or similar tools
Skills in REST and SOAP API testing, with familiarity in tools like SOAPUI and Groovy scripting
Background in scripting and maintaining automation frameworks to ensure high-quality standards
Experience working within an agile methodology
Understanding of CI/CD pipelines with Jenkins or similar tools
Strong analytical and troubleshooting skills with attention to detail
Excellent communication and documentation skills to work in a client-facing environment
Functional, integration, and regression testing experience at an advanced level
Proficiency in writing unit tests for edge cases, usability, and reliability
English at a B2 level or higher for effective collaboration

Nice to have

Background in Financial Services or Wealth Management domains
Familiarity with building automation frameworks from scratch
Flexibility to use both automation and manual testing effectively in a transitional phase
Experience with Apache Maven, Gradle and Mainframe

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
Award-winning culture recognized by Glassdoor, Newsweek and LinkedIn