[Hiring] Senior/Lead Automation QA Engineer @EPAM Systems

Role Description

We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Senior/Lead Automation QA Engineer with expertise in Python, AI technologies, and automated testing frameworks. You will play a crucial role in ensuring the quality and performance of an advanced AI Assistant platform integrated into a customer’s portal.

• Develop and execute comprehensive test plans to cover functional, performance, and usability requirements of the AI solution.
• Validate features such as automated business plan generation, export readiness analysis, and grant/loan application optimization through functional and non-functional testing.
• Evaluate AI output accuracy and relevance using real-life scenarios and benchmarking tools.
• Conduct load and stress testing to validate system scalability and reliability under varying conditions.
• Test APIs for security, data handling, and compliance during integration phases.
• Collaborate with developers to debug and resolve application defects while ensuring "secure-by-design" principles.
• Implement automated testing strategies to enable continuous validation of functionality throughout SDLC.
• Document test procedures, results, and reporting processes to ensure adherence to quality standards and regulatory compliance.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in automated testing with at least 3+ years in a QA role.
• Proficiency in AI and Prompt Engineering concepts.
• Expertise in test automation frameworks and regression testing methodologies.
• Skills in testing APIs, web services, and data handling processes.
• Competency in collaborating within Agile environments and utilizing practices for iterative development.
• Strong analytical, debugging, and problem-solving skills with a focus on secure design principles.
• Flexibility to work independently in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment.
• Familiarity with testing AI-driven solutions and ensuring results meet real-world requirements.
• English level of minimum B2 (Upper-Intermediate) for effective communication.

Requirements

• Experience in User Acceptance Testing (UAT) and client communications.
• Previous experience in testing AI-driven solutions.
• Familiarity with tools like CodeMie for testing automation.
• Understanding of cloud platforms like AWS, Azure, or Google Cloud.
• Previous exposure to agile development methodologies and related tools.