Automation Tester (Java)

We're currently seeking an Automation Tester to join our growing team. The successful applicant will bring strong capabilities in Java-based test automation, direct experience working with Selenium and REST API testing, and a solid grasp of web application security fundamentals along with typical OWASP concerns. Responsibilities Develop, construct, and continually update automated test scripts using Java Set up and manage ongoing UI automation initiatives built on the Selenium platform Produce automated test cases aimed at REST APIs and related backend infrastructure Verify that security patches addressing vulnerabilities have been implemented correctly and that all flagged concerns are completely addressed Carry out cycles of functional, integration, and regression testing after security updates, dependency changes, and other application adjustments Confirm results and fix effectiveness by using Veracode or equivalent SAST, SCA, and DAST tools Team up with developers to reproduce security-related bugs and validate that corrections have been correctly put in place Make certain that security corrections don't create fresh complications within functionality essential to the business Assess automated testing outcomes, identify unsuccessful cases, and contribute to determining root causes Handle validation work at both API and database levels as circumstances require Maintain close collaboration with development staff, QA peers, product stakeholders, and other team contributors Support ongoing enhancement of test coverage, automated processes, and quality benchmarks across application portfolios Requirements Two or more years of practical, applied experience in Java-based automated testing Strong hands-on familiarity with the Selenium tool Notable experience testing and confirming the functionality of REST APIs Prior work incorporating and executing automated testing within CI/CD pipeline structures Functional understanding of web application security fundamentals and typical OWASP-related risks Ability to evaluate and confirm the effectiveness of security-focused fixes Direct experience carrying out functional, integration, and regression test types Keen troubleshooting capability paired with strong analytical reasoning Ability to function well within existing enterprise system environments and manage complicated business workflows Strong SQL knowledge combined with practical database validation experience Workable communication ability along with English fluency at B2 level or above, supporting understanding of business needs and their conversion into agentic architectures Nice to have Prior work embedding and maintaining automated tests inside CI/CD pipeline setups Hands-on familiarity with Veracode or similar tools used for security testing Background working with SAST, SCA, and/or DAST tools along with skill in interpreting their results Experience testing applications built on Spring or Spring Boot technology Practical background performing regression testing and automation within older, established enterprise systems Experience testing applications undergoing changes related to dependencies, frameworks, or security upgrades Background in either building new or modernizing existing large-scale, complex systems We offer International projects with top brands Work with global teams of highly skilled, diverse peers Healthcare benefits Employee financial programs Paid time off and sick leave Upskilling, reskilling and certification courses Unlimited access to the LinkedIn Learning library and 22,000+ courses Global career opportunities Volunteer and community involvement opportunities EPAM Employee Groups Award-winning culture recognized by Glassdoor, Newsweek and LinkedIn EPAM is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.