305 King St W
Suite 1100
Kitchener, ON N2G 1B9
Canada
Lead Test Automation Engineer in Python Georgia or Remote
Lead Test Automation Engineer in Python Description
We are currently seeking an experienced Lead Test Automation Engineer in Python with a strong background in automation and performance solutions for our dynamic team.
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!
This position offers remote setup with the flexibility to work from any location in Georgia, whether it's your home, a well-equipped office in Tbilisi or coworking spaces in Batumi and Kutaisi.
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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 50+ countries
- Corporate and social events
- We invest in your growth:
- 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, Cloud Guru
- Free English classes with certified teachers
- We cover it all:
- Participation in the Employee Stock Purchase Plan
- Monetary bonuses for engaging in the referral program
- Comprehensive medical & family care package
- Five trust days per year (sick leave without a medical certificate)
- Benefits package (sports activities, a variety of stores and services)
EPAM Georgia is a team of innovators united by a passion for technology. The dynamic and inclusive culture we embrace helps positively impact our communities, clients, and employees. Here you will collaborate with multi-national teams, contribute to numerous cutting-edge projects, deliver the most creative solutions, and have an opportunity to learn. Our people are at the heart of our success, and we are proud to provide talents with a solid ground to develop and grow.
