Senior QA Automation & Performance Test Engineer

We are seeking a highly skilled Senior QA Automation & Performance Test Engineer to join our dynamic team. The ideal candidate will be responsible for designing, developing, maintaining, and executing automated and performance test scripts to ensure the quality, reliability, and scalability of our software products. This role requires a strong background in software development, test automation frameworks, performance testing, and a passion for delivering high-quality solutions. This position offers a flex-hybrid model of work, with 3 days per week working from the office located in Wroclaw or Krakow. Responsibilities • Collaborate with cross-functional teams to understand software requirements and develop comprehensive test plans, cases, and scenarios • Design, develop, and maintain automated and performance test scripts using industry-standard tools and frameworks • Own and manage all non-functional testing activities, including performance, stress, load, and regression testing • Continuously research and evaluate new testing technologies, tools, and methodologies to improve efficiency and effectiveness • Advocate for best practices in testing and quality assurance, contributing to process improvement • Develop custom tools and integrate with existing tools to increase engineering productivity • Ensure quality, security, reliability, and compliance by testing both functional and non-functional requirements • Coordinate test activities within the pod and across other test managers as required • Enable and drive a culture of 'automation-first' in the QA space • Perform in-sprint automation testing and build regression test suites • Analyse errors using logs, database queries, legacy and Unix file systems, etc • Expertly manage the complete test and defect lifecycle across agile and waterfall methodologies • Generate test reports and share status across multiple levels • Capacity planning and management of web, microservices, and mobile applications • Performance monitoring and tuning of applications using tools like AppDynamics, AppInsights, Splunk • Use quantitative methods to identify performance and throughput bottlenecks • Work on large-scale migration projects for financial institutions’ core platforms Requirements • Strong proficiency in programming languages such as Java and C • Strong experience in LoadRunner Enterprise (2023 or earlier) • Experience with test automation frameworks such as Selenium, Cucumber, or similar BDD frameworks • Hands-on experience with automation testing for desktop, web, data services, microservices, database, ETL, cloud-based applications, middleware, and OS • Experience with CI/CD pipelines • Expertise in building frameworks for performance and load tests using tools like Gatling, Locust, LoadRunner • Experience with logging and APM tools (AppDynamics, AppInsights, Splunk) • Good understanding of Linux performance tuning and database optimisation techniques • Experience with WebSphere and Tomcat application servers • Strong analytical skills, proactive, detail-oriented, and comfortable working in dynamic, fast-paced environments • Excellent communicator with strong written and verbal English skills We offer/Benefits 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.