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We are looking for a Lead Test Automation Engineer with strong experience in JavaScript or TypeScript-based automation frameworks. The idóneo candidate should have hands-on experience building and maintaining automated tests for modern web applications and APIs, with a strong focus on quality, reliability, and maintainability.

This role requires solid automation experience, strong testing fundamentals, and the ability to collaborate effectively with development, product, and QA teams.

Responsibilities

- Design, develop, and maintain automated test frameworks using JavaScript or TypeScript
- Create automated tests for frontend applications, APIs, and end-to-end flows
- Build and maintain test suites using tools such as Cypress, Playwright, WebdriverIO, or similar
- Integrate automated tests into CI/CD pipelines
- Analyze test failures, report defects, and collaborate with developers on resolution
- Improve automation reliability, execution time, and maintainability
- Participate in test strategy definition, code reviews, and quality engineering discussions
- Mentor other QA engineers and promote automation best practices

Requirements

- 5+ years of experience in test automation using JavaScript or TypeScript
- At least 1 year of relevant leadership experience
- Hands-on expertise in Cypress, Playwright, WebdriverIO, or similar tools
- Proficiency in API testing using Postman, SuperTest, Axios, REST clients, or similar
- Understanding of testing principles, test design techniques, and QA processes
- Background in CI/CD tools such as Jenkins, GitHub Actions, GitLab CI, Azure DevOps, or similar
- Familiarity with Git and version control practices
- Knowledge of web technologies such as HTML, CSS, and DOM, along with HTTP and browser behavior




- Experience working in Agile/Scrum environments
- Strong debugging, analytical, and communication skills
- English proficiency at B2 level or above

Nice to have

- Skills in BDD frameworks such as Cucumber
- Experience with visual regression testing
- Familiarity with Docker or cloud-based test execution
- Background in performance or accessibility testing
- Capability to test microservices or cloud-based applications

We offer

- Improved medical coverage - EPAMers are eligible to participate in a supplementary health insurance program that shall have the usual coverage in the industry, with the Company funding 100% of the value of the monthly premium for participation
- Lunch Allowance - You will receive a daily allowance of CLP $ 7,000 per working day. Enjoy a nice meal on us
- Allowance for internet and electricity - You will receive an allowance of CLP $15,000 per month to cover internet and electricity expense
- National Holiday Bonus - We celebrate joining the Chilean Market. That is why all our employees will receive a bonus of CLP $86,646 in September
- Christmas Bonus - You will receive an End of Year bonus of CLP $170,539. It will be paid during the month of December, to ensure you have a Happy Holiday!
- Learning Culture - We want you to be the best version of yourself, that is why we offer unlimited access to learning platforms, a wide range of internal courses, and all the knowledge you need to grow professionally
- Additional Income - Besides your regular salary, you will also have the chance to earn extra income by referring talent, being a technical interviewer, and many more ways
- Are you open to relocation? - If you want to relocate to another country and we have the right project, we will assist you every step of the way, to help you and your family, reach your new home

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📌 Lead Test Automation Engineer (JavaScript/TypeScript) (Chile)
🏢 EPAM Systems
📍 Chile