We are seeking a Lead Automation Tester in JS to set quality strategy and automation architecture for web platforms using Playwright and JavaScript. You will define quality standards, lead shift-left practices, and embed robust UI, API, and integration testing across complex enterprise-scale systems. Join the team to raise release readiness and help quality scale as the platform grows—apply now

Responsibilities

Design and own the end-to-end automation strategy using Playwright and JavaScript

Define automation architecture, patterns, and best practices for the team

Ensure test suites remain scalable, maintainable, and performant as coverage grows

Drive shift-left testing adoption across the delivery lifecycle

Establish quality gates and enforcement within CI/CD pipelines

Implement and oversee UI, API, and integration test coverage

Create test strategies for complex user journeys and external integrations

Manage test data and orchestrate environments for reliable execution

Lead code reviews for test automation code and standards

Eliminate flaky tests and improve overall execution reliability

Mentor mid-level and junior Quality Engineers through coaching and guidance

Partner with Product, Engineering, and Delivery leaders to assess release readiness





Requirements

Hands-on experience of 5+ years in Quality Engineering or Test Automation

Proven track record acting as a Lead QE or Automation Lead

Deep expertise with Playwright at scale

High proficiency in JavaScript

Solid understanding of frontend and backend architectures

Practical experience testing REST APIs

Proven experience integrating automation into CI/CD pipelines

Strong knowledge of test architecture, test data, and environment management

Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills

Background working with complex enterprise-scale platforms

English proficiency at B2 (Upper-Intermediate) level or higher

We offer

International projects with top brands

Work with general 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

📌 Lead Automation Tester in JS (Argentina)
🏢 EPAM Systems
📍 Argentina