Lead Test Automation Engineer

Overview Join to apply for the Lead Test Automation Engineer (.NET) role at EPAM Systems . EPAM is a leading global provider of digital platform engineering and development services. We are committed to having a positive impact on our customers, our employees, and our communities. We embrace a dynamic and inclusive culture. Here you will collaborate with multi-national teams, contribute to a myriad of innovative projects that deliver the most creative and cutting-edge solutions, and have an opportunity to continuously learn and grow. No matter where you are located, you will join a dedicated, creative, and diverse community that will help you discover your fullest potential. We are looking for a Lead Test Automation Engineer (.NET) to spearhead quality assurance efforts for our cutting-edge digital payments platform. This role emphasizes leadership, mentoring, and technical expertise, with a 50/50 split between overseeing automation testing initiatives and hands-on manual testing across a diverse range of systems and applications. Responsibilities Oversee the creation and review of test documentation, including test plans, test cases, and reports Lead functional and non-functional testing efforts, including regression, acceptance, usability, and cross-platform assessments Define and guide advanced security testing strategies for MVC/SPA applications and Web APIs Partner with cross-team Agile collaborations, ensuring alignment with SAFe practices Establish and refine efficient defect tracking and risk mitigation processes Architect, enhance, and maintain scalable automation frameworks with Selenium and C# Supervise and analyze performance testing to validate system scalability and reliability Standardize and optimize API testing practices using .NET frameworks and tools Champion best practices for continuous testing in CI/CD workflows (TeamCity, Octopus, etc.) Utilize advanced testing and diagnostic tools like TestRail, MS SQL, ELK stack, Postman, Fiddler, and Sentry for better insights Foster close collaboration across teams to enhance product quality and address technical challenges Requirements 5+ years of progressive experience in QA analysis, test estimation, and automation strategy design At least 1 year of relevant leadership experience Deep proficiency in Selenium with C# and SpecFlow using Gherkin syntax for writing automation tests Extensive hands-on experience with comprehensive API testing using .NET frameworks Proven expertise in backend testing, including interactions with Windows services and APIs Strong familiarity with leading automation tools such as Selenium, Cypress, or comparable technologies Broad experience using TestRail, MS SQL, ELK stack, Sentry, Postman, Fiddler, and CI/CD pipelines like TeamCity and Octopus Strong understanding of Agile methodologies and lead continuous testing enhancements Expertise in root cause analysis, defect management, and robust risk mitigation practices Ability to proactively refine and scale QA strategies to optimize performance for mission-critical products Demonstrated leadership and mentoring skills to guide QA teams and improve collaboration Ability to communicate technical details and provide insights to both technical and non-technical stakeholders effectively Advanced English skills to collaborate effectively with English-speaking teams Nice to have Proven experience with advanced performance testing tools such as JMeter, Sitespeed.io, or other similar frameworks We offer International projects with top brands Work with global teams of highly skilled, diverse peers 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 Seniority level Mid-Senior level Employment type Full-time Job function Information Technology, Engineering, and Quality Assurance Industries Software Development, IT Services and IT Consulting, and Banking #J-18808-Ljbffr