We are seeking a Lead Automation Tester in JS to set quality strategy and automation architecture for web platforms using Playwright and JavaScript. You will define quality standards, lead shift-left practices, and embed robust UI, API, and integration testing across complex enterprise-scale systems. Join the team to raise release readiness and help quality scale as the platform grows—apply now

Responsibilities

Design and own the end-to-end automation strategy using Playwright and JavaScript
Define automation architecture, patterns, and best practices for the team
Ensure test suites remain scalable, maintainable, and performant as coverage grows
Drive shift-left testing adoption across the delivery lifecycle
Establish quality gates and enforcement within CI/CD pipelines
Implement and oversee UI, API, and integration test coverage
Create test strategies for complex user journeys and external integrations
Manage test data and orchestrate environments for reliable execution
Lead code reviews for test automation code and standards




Eliminate flaky tests and improve overall execution reliability
Mentor mid-level and junior Quality Engineers through coaching and guidance
Partner with Product, Engineering, and Delivery leaders to assess release readiness

Requirements

Hands-on experience of 5+ years in Quality Engineering or Test Automation
Proven track record acting as a Lead QE or Automation Lead
Deep expertise with Playwright at scale
High proficiency in JavaScript
Solid understanding of frontend and backend architectures
Practical experience testing REST APIs
Proven experience integrating automation into CI/CD pipelines
Strong knowledge of test architecture, test data, and environment management
Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills
Background working with complex enterprise-scale platforms
English proficiency at B2 (Upper-Intermediate) level or higher

We offer

International projects with top brands
Work with general teams of highly skilled, dive

📌 Lead Automation Tester in JS (Chile)
🏢 EPAM Systems
📍 Chile