Lead Automation Test Engineer with Java

Are you a forward-thinking professional with a strong background in automation testing and an interest in financial services? Join EPAM in Madrid as a Lead Automation Test Engineer in the private banking sector and accelerate your career in financial services technology. We're looking for a team player with excellent communication skills, engineering mastery and a B2+/C1 English level for effective stakeholder interactions.

As part of this project, you will be responsible for defining a test concept and specify, manage, execute and document tests with suitable tools and techniques, focusing on automation and agreed process standards. In addition, coordinate and monitor the defined test activities in terms of quality, deadlines and costs.

This is a hybrid role based in Madrid's city center, ideal for those eager to thrive in a dynamic environment and make a significant impact in private banking technology. Join EPAM and contribute to shaping the future of financial services in Spain!

Responsibilities

• Implement the test strategy using standardized test methods and tools with a high focus on automation wherever possible
• Prepare and maintain test plans aligned to release strategy and calendar
• Provide and monitor the required test resources (personnel, methods, processes and tools)
• Analyze, test and evaluate user requirements, specifications and models in terms of testability
• Create test specifications based on a detailed technical analysis of both the functional and non-functional requirements (reliability, efficiency, usability, etc.)
• Set up the test environment and required test data
• Analyze the product risk to determine the test depth and identify residual risks
• Conduct and document tests in alignment with the specified test cases and identify, analyze, describe and isolate errors
• Provide test reports and evidence to key stakeholders
• Offer mentorship and guidance to junior team members

Requirements

• Strong computer science fundamentals with 6-7+ years of professional automation test engineering experience with Java and test automation tools like Selenium, Cucumber or Tosca
• 1+ years of relevant leadership experience
• Relevant higher education, professional background, certifications within engineering, computer science or computer engineering
• Solid Java coding skills
• Dynamic and agile mindset, being passionate about change
• Independent, efficient, proactive and meticulous ways of working
• Able to work under pressure and manage a portfolio of tasks
• Strong analytical, conceptual and problem-solving skills
• Strong communication, presentation and interpersonal skills
• Fluent or Native English skills

We offer

• Private health insurance
• EPAM Employees Stock Purchase Plan
• 100% paid sick leave
• Referral Program
• Professional certification
• Language courses

EPAM is a leading digital transformation services and product engineering company with 61,700+ EPAMers in 55+ countries and regions. Since 1993, our multidisciplinary teams have been helping make the future real for our clients and communities around the world. In 2018, we opened an office in Spain that quickly grew to over 1,450 EPAMers distributed between the offices in Málaga, Madrid and Cáceres as well as remotely across the country. Here you will collaborate with multinational teams, contribute to numerous innovative projects, and have an opportunity to learn and grow continuously.

• Why Join EPAM
• WORK AND LIFE BALANCE. Enjoy more of your personal time with flexible work options, 24 working days of annual leave and paid time off for numerous public holidays.
• CONTINUOUS LEARNING CULTURE. Craft your personal Career Development Plan to align with your learning objectives. Take advantage of internal training, mentorship, sponsored certifications and LinkedIn courses.
• CLEAR AND DIFFERENT CAREER PATHS. Grow in engineering or managerial direction to become a People Manager, in-depth technical specialist, Solution Architect, or Project/Delivery Manager.
• STRONG PROFESSIONAL COMMUNITY. Join a global EPAM community of highly skilled experts and connect with them to solve challenges, exchange ideas, share expertise and make friends.