Senior QA Automation & Performance Test Engineer
Job Description
The ideal candidate will be responsible for designing, developing, maintaining, and executing automated and performance test scripts to ensure the quality, reliability, and scalability of our software products. This role requires a strong background in software development, test automation frameworks, performance testing, and a passion for delivering high-quality solutions.
This position offers a flex-hybrid model of work, with 3 days per week working from the office located in Wroclaw or Krakow.
Responsibilities
Collaborate with cross-functional teams to understand software requirements and develop comprehensive test plans, cases, and scenarios
Design, develop, and maintain automated and performance test scripts using industry-standard tools and frameworks
Own and manage all non-functional testing activities, including performance, stress, load, and regression testing
Continuously research and evaluate new testing technologies, tools, and methodologies to improve efficiency and effectiveness
Advocate for best practices in testing and quality assurance, contributing to process improvement
Develop custom tools and integrate with existing tools to increase engineering productivity
Ensure quality, security, reliability, and compliance by testing both functional and non-functional requirements
Coordinate test activities within the pod and across other test managers as required
Enable and drive a culture of 'automation-first' in the QA space
Perform in-sprint automation testing and build regression test suites
Analyse errors using logs, database queries, legacy and Unix file systems, etc
Expertly manage the complete test and defect lifecycle across agile and waterfall methodologies
Generate test reports and share status across multiple levels
Capacity planning and management of web, microservices, and mobile applications
Performance monitoring and tuning of applications using tools like AppDynamics, AppInsights, Splunk
Use quantitative methods to identify performance and throughput bottlenecks
Work on large-scale migration projects for financial institutions’ core platforms
Requirements
Strong proficiency in programming languages such as Java and C
Strong experience in LoadRunner Enterprise (2023 or earlier)
Experience with test automation frameworks such as Selenium, Cucumber, or similar BDD frameworks
Hands-on experience with automation testing for desktop, web, data services, microservices, database, ETL, cloud-based applications, middleware, and OS
Experience with CI/CD pipelines
Expertise in building frameworks for performance and load tests using tools like Gatling, Locust, LoadRunner
Experience with logging and APM tools (AppDynamics, AppInsights, Splunk)
Good understanding of Linux performance tuning and database optimisation techniques
Experience with WebSphere and Tomcat application servers
Strong analytical skills, proactive, detail-oriented, and comfortable working in dynamic, fast-paced environments
Excellent communicator with strong written and verbal English skills
We offer/Benefits
We gather like-minded people:
Engineering community of industry professionals
Friendly team and enjoyable working environment
Flexible schedule and opportunity to work remotely within Poland
Chance to work abroad for up to 60 days annually
Business-driven relocation opportunities
We provide growth opportunities:
Outstanding career roadmap
Leadership development, career advising, soft skills, and well-being programs
Certification (GCP, Azure, AWS)
Unlimited access to LinkedIn Learning, Get Abstract, Cloud Guru
English classes
We cover it all:
Stable income (Employment Contract or B2B)
Participation in the Employee Stock Purchase Plan
Benefits package (health insurance, multisport, shopping vouchers)
Strategically located offices featuring entertainment and relaxation zones, table tennis and football, free snacks, fantastic coffee, and more
Referral bonuses
Corporate, social and well-being events
Please, note:
The set of bonuses might vary based on the role you apply for – specifics will be discussed with our recruiter during the general interview.
We will reach out to selected candidates exclusively.
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.
Skills & Requirements
About EPAM Systems
Since 1993, EPAM Systems, Inc. (NYSE: EPAM) has used its software engineering expertise to become a leading global provider of digital engineering, cloud and AI-enabled transformation services, and a leading business and experience consulting partner for global enterprises and ambitious startups. We address our clients’ transformation challenges by fusing EPAM Continuum’s integrated strategy, experience and technology consulting with our 30+ years of engineering execution to speed our clients’ time to market and drive greater value from their innovations and digital investments. We leverage AI and GenAI to deliver transformative solutions that accelerate our clients’ digital innovation and enhance their competitive edge. Through platforms like EPAM AI/RUN™ and initiatives like DIALX Lab, we integrate advanced AI technologies into tailored business strategies, driving significant industry impact and fostering continuous innovation. We deliver globally, but engage locally with our expert teams of consultants, architects, designers and engineers, making the future real for our clients, our partners and our people around the world. We believe the right solutions are the ones that improve people’s lives and fuel competitive advantage for our clients across diverse industries. Our thinking comes to life in the experiences, products and platforms we design and bring to market. Added to the S&P 500 and the Forbes Global 2000 in 2021 and recognized by Glassdoor and Newsweek as Most Loved Workplace, our multidisciplinary teams serve customers across six continents. We are proud to be among the top 15 companies in Information Technology Services in the Fortune 1000 and to be recognized as a leader in the IDC MarketScapes for Worldwide Experience Build Services, Worldwide Experience Design Services and Worldwide Software Engineering Services. Learn more at www.epam.com.
Industry: IT Services and IT Consulting