Quality Architect

We're seeking an Architect (Test Automation) to take ownership of customers' business objectives and technical requirements, design full-cycle project infrastructure, and determine the components that will make up the product. This position suits individuals passionate about engineering solutions and technologies, offering chances to build proofs-of-concept, engage in pre-sales activities, provide client consultations, and audit existing solutions to assess effectiveness and identify areas for enhancement.

Responsibilities

• Design large-scale solutions with in-depth technical detail
• Collaborate closely with business stakeholders to determine project requirements
• Design TA solutions that are maintainable, extensible, modular, and aligned with industry best practices (SOLID, design patterns, etc.) for implementation by project or program teams
• Build and maintain TA frameworks, solutions, and shared formats usable across all company projects and programs
• Define and execute comprehensive test automation strategies, including roadmap, tools, framework, and approach
• Develop and maintain documentation covering automation processes, workflows, and configurations
• Assess and choose the most suitable test automation tools for various purposes
• Guide the definition, selection, and expansion of test automation architecture frameworks
• Track and report key quality metrics, including defect density, test coverage, and release cycle times across manual, automated, and performance testing
• Supervise manual and automated testing efforts to validate functional, integration, regression, and performance aspects
• Lead continuous improvement initiatives in test processes, tools, and techniques to support digital transformation
• Conduct architecture reviews and audits
• Determine project requirements and goals needed to achieve a "go-live" solution
• Participate hands-on in pre-sale activities such as proposals, RFPs, RFIs, and demos
• Maintain direct communication with customers throughout solution architecture design and implementation

Requirements

• 12 to 15 years of IT experience
• Knowledge of GenAI tools, testing AI/ML-based systems, using LLMs, MCPs, RAG, and evaluating Agents through DeepEval/Ragas
• Proficiency in at least one programming or scripting language, with preference for Java, C# .NET, or Python
• Familiarity with JavaScript and TypeScript
• Strong grasp of industry trends and best practices
• Proactive mindset and leadership skills in architecture engagement

Benefits

Opportunity to work on technical challenges that may impact across geographies

Vast opportunities for self-development: online university, knowledge sharing opportunities globally, learning opportunities through external certifications

Opportunity to share your ideas on international platforms

Sponsored Tech Talks & Hackathons

Unlimited access to LinkedIn learning solutions

Possibility to relocate to any EPAM office for short and long-term projects

Focused individual development

Benefit package:

• Health benefits
• Retirement benefits
• Paid time off
• Flexible benefits

Forums to explore beyond work passion (CSR, photography, painting, sports, etc.)