Flexible Work Model
Work from home, from the office, or in a hybrid format that supports focus and collaboration.
ABOUT THE ROLE
Our client, a global financial data and technology leader powering modern capital markets, is seeking a Test Automation Lead to transform a fragmented automation landscape into a unified, scalable quality ecosystem. You will combine hands-on architecture with strategic leadership, modernizing legacy products while meeting rigorous security, compliance, and reliability standards.
RESPONSIBILITIES
- Assess automation across legacy and modern Web and Mobile products, identifying technical debt, risks, coverage gaps, and quick wins
- Define a roadmap that balances tactical improvements with a long-term quality strategy aligned with security, compliance, and reliability standards
- Redesign Java-based frameworks using Selenium and Playwright, introducing reusable libraries, consistent design patterns, coding standards, and maintainable architecture
- Build scalable automated suites across UI, API, integration, cross-browser, and mobile layers, supported by effective test data management and reporting
- Integrate automation into CI/CD pipelines and release processes to improve feedback speed, traceability, release confidence, and production readiness
- Partner with Engineering, QA, DevOps, and product stakeholders to embed shift-left practices, consolidate tooling, and increase adoption across teams
- Lead and mentor automation engineers through hands-on guidance, code reviews, and upskilling, while evaluating AI-assisted testing and cloud execution opportunities
- Present assessments, strategic recommendations, progress, and measurable business impact to senior stakeholders
REQUIREMENTS
- 8+ years in test automation, including 3+ years as a Test Automation Lead or Architect, with experience modernizing legacy environments
- Advanced Selenium, Playwright, and Java expertise, including building frameworks with reusable libraries and design patterns
- Web and Mobile automation experience across UI, API, and integration layers, plus device execution using BrowserStack or similar
- Knowledge of test data management and reporting tools such as Allure, ExtentReports, or ReportPortal
- Strong Git skills and experience integrating automation into CI/CD pipelines with Jenkins, GitLab CI, Azure DevOps, or similar
- Experience in regulated financial services, capital markets, or fintech, with knowledge of security, compliance, audit, and reliability
- Strong stakeholder communication, leadership, and mentoring skills, with the ability to link technical decisions to business outcomes
- Degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or equivalent experience; ISTQB Advanced is an advantage
SoftServe is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration regardless of race, color, ancestry, ethnicity, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, citizenship, disability, health condition, marital or family status, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.
Role Summary
Location
Bulgaria, Poland
Work type
Remote/Office
Direction
Software Testing
Subdirection
Test Automation
Tech level
Lead
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About us
We are a digital engineering and technology consulting company where expertise grows alongside people. For more than 30 years, we have been elevating technology: helping organizations navigate complex business challenges by combining deep engineering knowledge with thoughtful, research-backed innovation. Our teams work across key areas: digital engineering, data and analytics, Сloud, and AI/ML. In each, we deliver practical, scalable solutions rooted in real business needs and measurable human impact.
You bring your perspective and ambition. We create an environment where your work meets clarity, confidence, and purpose.
We offer
Compensation & Benefits
Competitive, market-based pay, benchmarked by role and location — plus health coverage, paid time off, wellness support, and learning opportunities.
People-first Leadership
Approachable leaders who communicate openly, keep teams close to the strategy, and support long-term planning.
Advanced tech communities
Stay close to AI/ML, Cloud, Quantum Computing, IoT, and Robotics communities, with projects built on modern frameworks.