Lead Test Automation Engineer In Python (Remote)

This role is expected to design, develop, and maintain high-standard automated regression suites and test harnesses. If you’re a motivated, tech-savvy, and strategic thinker, there’s a place for you on our team. Apply today!

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and maintain automation solutions, including building automated regression suites and test harnesses that follow organizational standards
• Develop inclusive test plans and test cases from functional and design specifications; execute those cases and report the results
• Work closely with development teams to deliver business functionality that aligns with quality requirements and acceptance criteria
• Acts as a test lead, mentor project staff, and ensure best practices are applied in all testing activities
• Review and approve work of project team members, keeping testing activities on schedule
• Build efficient testing solutions for web, services/APIs, databases, and actively participate in their functional, system, and regression testing
• Participate in project scoping, functional reviews, and technical reviews; ensure alignment with automation/performance strategies during architecture/design reviews
• Capture quality assurance data and metrics to facilitate risk analysis for quality delivery

Requirements

• 5+ years of relevant experience in software testing across all layers (API, DB, and UI), including testing planning and execution
• 1+ years of relevant leadership experience
• Excellent understanding of QA and testing methodologies and best practices
• Knowledge of Python and proficiency in creating/maintaining and executing automation tests using Selenium
• Familiarity with Agile processes, preferably Scrum
• Understanding and proficiency of working with REST service and SOA architecture
• Experience in creating/maintaining automation frameworks
• Familiarity with SQL for complex database querying and management activities
• Exposure to distributed source control systems, preferably Git
• Good knowledge of test data management techniques
• Exceptional interpersonal skills, written communications, and high standards of confidentiality
• Fluent English at a B2+ level

Nice to have

• Knowledge of cloud technologies like AWS/Azure and testing experience with micro-services, containers, Dockers
• Proficiency with DevOps pipeline in a containerized environment using Azure DevOps/Jenkins
• Knowledge of a DB processes, data validation, transformation logics, data migration, and file storage in S3
• Experience in change management and defect tracking tools

We offer

• We connect like-minded people:

• Delivering innovative solutions to industry leaders, making a global impact
• Enjoyable working environment, whether it is the vibrant office or the comfort of your own home
• Opportunity to work abroad for up to two months per year
• Relocation opportunities within our offices in 55+ countries
• Corporate and social events

• Leadership development, career advising, soft skills and well-being programs
• Certifications, including GCP, Azure and AWS
• Unlimited access to LinkedIn Learning, Get Abstract, O’Reilly
• Free English classes with certified teachers

• Monetary bonuses for engaging in the referral program
• Medical & family care package
• Six trust days per year (sick leave without a medical certificate)
• Coverage of psychology sessions of your choice
• Discounts for fitness clubs and sports programs
• Benefits package (sports activities, a variety of stores and services)

Experience the freedom of remote work from anywhere in Kyrgyzstan, whether it’s the comfort of your home or our modern office in Bishkek.

EPAM Kyrgyzstan is a team of technologists and innovators united by a passion for technology. In 2022, we opened our first office in Bishkek that works with the world’s leading companies across many different industries. EPAM builds a continuously learning organization and helps its employees reach their full potential and achieve their professional goals through learning. Our agile methodologies, client collaboration frameworks, engineering excellence programs, and hybrid teams offer many career paths and development opportunities.