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# Test Automation Engineer

- **Company:** EPAM Systems, Inc.
- **Location:** Belfast, UK
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** Java (Programming Language), Automation of Tests, Code Coverage, System Configuration, Continuous Integration, DevOps, Python (Programming Language), Scrum Methodology, Strategies of Testing, TypeScript, Performance Testing, Backend, Gitlab, Playwright, Front End Software Development, Docker
- **Published:** August 6, 2026
- **Apply:** https://uk.indeed.com/viewjob?jk=defd8f1af3e75ce4

## About the Role

We are looking for a Test Automation Engineer to join our team and drive the design and execution of automated testing strategies across frontend and backend systems. The ideal candidate is proactive, detail-oriented, and thrives in a collaborative, agile environment, bringing strong expertise across multiple technologies and automation best practices., * Proven experience in automated testing across frontend and backend systems

 * Proficiency in Java or TypeScript
 * Experience with Playwright or similar frontend testing tools
 * Familiarity with CI/CD pipelines, especially GitLab
 * Working knowledge of Docker for test environment setup
 * Capability to build reliable, maintainable test suites and integrate them into development workflows
 * English proficiency at B2 level or higher

Nice to have

 * Experience with Python for scripting or test automation
 * Exposure to performance testing tools and methodologies
 * Understanding of agile delivery and DevOps practices

## Description

* Design, develop, and maintain automated test scripts for frontend and backend systems
 * Use Playwright for frontend automation and Java/TypeScript for backend testing
 * Integrate automated tests into CI pipelines using GitLab
 * Support containerized testing environments using Docker
 * Collaborate with developers and QA teams to identify test coverage gaps and improve test reliability
 * Contribute to performance testing efforts and help optimize system responsiveness
 * Participate in sprint planning and provide input on test strategy and coverage


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