QA Automation Tester (Javascript/Typescript)

We are seeking a Senior QA Automation Engineer with strong expertise in JavaScript/TypeScript to join our team.

This role is part of the engineering organization and focuses on quality ownership within the product team. It is a collaborative position that contributes directly to product delivery, stability and scalability.

This position requires working 5 days per week from our office in Gdansk.

Responsibilities

• Design and maintain end-to-end automated tests in TypeScript, developed alongside application code

• Collaborate with developers throughout the feature lifecycle, including design, implementation and defect resolution

• Define test strategies at both feature and system levels

• Contribute to the development and improvement of the automation testing framework

• Make informed decisions about using mocks, stubs or real integrations based on testing goals

• Ensure automated tests are reliable, maintainable and suitable for execution in CI/CD pipelines

• Participate in code reviews for test code and, when appropriate, application code

• Provide fast, clear and actionable feedback on quality and defects to the development team

• Promote a built-in quality mindset and continuous improvement of testing practices across the team

Requirements

• 3+ years of experience in test automation within product or platform teams

• Proficiency in TypeScript or JavaScript

• Experience with end-to-end tests written alongside application code (near-code or monorepo approach)

• Background in cross-functional teams with close collaboration with Backend, Frontend and DevOps engineers

• Skills in modern E2E testing frameworks such as Playwright or equivalent

• Understanding of testing principles and strategies, including the test pyramid, shift-left approach and contract testing

• Experience with REST API testing, data validation and system-level testing

• Capability to design and implement mocks, stubs and other test doubles for stable and isolated tests

• Understanding of object-oriented or functional programming concepts as applied to test code and frameworks

• Experience with CI/CD pipelines such as GitLab CI, Jenkins or GitHub Actions

• Familiarity with test observability and reporting tools such as Allure, TestOps or CI-based reporting

• Strong communication skills and ability to participate in technical discussions and challenge requirements constructively

• English proficiency at an intermediate level or higher, both written and spoken

Nice to have

• Background in writing and maintaining integration tests for service-to-service or contract-based testing

• Expertise in contributing to the design and evolution of test automation frameworks

• Knowledge of Docker and test environment configuration

• Skills in testing GraphQL APIs

• Experience with distributed systems or high-load platforms

• Competency in non-functional testing, including performance, reliability and resilience testing

We offer

• 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.