We are looking for a Senior Workday Test Engineer with Workday HCM (Recruiting) testing experience. In this role, you will be responsible for designing, building, and executing comprehensive test strategies for Workday Recruiting implementations, workflows, and integrations, while heavily driving automated testing initiatives using Java/Python and AI-assisted tools.
In this role, you will
- Develop and execute comprehensive test plans, test cases, and test scripts for Workday HCM modules (Specifically Recruiting)
- Perform functional, integration, system, and UAT testing for Workday HCM (Recruiting) implementations.
- Develop automated scripts utilizing Python and/or Java paired with Selenium for robust UI and workflow validation.
- Automate regression testing for Workday to ensure existing configurations and integrations remain stable.
- Participate in Workday releases, feature testing, and system validation.
- Manage defect lifecycles, conduct root cause analysis, and drive issues through to resolution using agile tools like JIRA or Azure DevOps.
Required skills
- 5-10 years of professional software testing experience, with a strong focus on Workday HCM (Specifically Recruiting module testing).
- Should have knowledge or hands-on functional testing experience across the Workday HCM Recruiting module.
- Must have strong practical experience in test automation using Python and/or Java, alongside web automation with Selenium.
- Experience leveraging GitHub Copilot for AI-assisted script development.
- Proficiency with JIRA for agile testing and issue tracking.
- Demonstrate the ability to work independently with minimal supervision while managing competing priorities.
Preferred skills
- Banking domain is nice to have.
- Workday Certifications is good to have.
We're eager to meet people who share our mission and can make an impact in various ways. Don't hesitate to apply, even if you only meet the required skills listed. Your transferable skills and experiences matter—help us see how you the right person for this role.
Total compensation:
We regularly assess market data to ensure we offer a competitive compensation package for our associates. The base salary for this position ranges between CAD 60,000 – 90,000 per year. Where the successful candidate may fall within the range depends on relevant education, work and/or management experience and other business-related and job-necessary qualifications. This position is also eligible for Cognizant’s discretionary annual performance-based bonus, as well as benefits that support your physical, mental and financial wellbeing.
Working arrangements
We believe hybrid work is the way forward as we strive to provide flexibility wherever possible. Based on this role’s business requirements, this is a hybrid position requiring 4 days a week in a Cognizant or client office in Toronto, ON. Regardless of your working arrangement, we are here to support a healthy work-life balance through our various well-being programs.
Note: The working arrangements for this role are accurate as of the date of posting. This may change based on the project you’re engaged in, as well as business and client requirements. Rest assured; we will always be clear about role expectations.
Cognizant will only consider applicants for this position who are legally authorized to work in Canada without requiring employer sponsorship, now or at any time in the future.
Applications for this position are reviewed by our recruitment team without the use of artificial intelligence screening tools.
About Cognizant:
Cognizant (Nasdaq: CTSH) is an AI Builder and technology services provider, bridging the gap between AI investment and enterprise value by building full-stack AI solutions for our clients. Our deep industry, process and engineering expertise enables us to build an organization’s unique context into technology systems that amplify human potential, drive tangible outcomes and keep global enterprises ahead in a fast-changing world. See how at cognizant.ai or @cognizant.
Additional employment information
Compensation information is accurate as of the date of this posting. Cognizant reserves the right to modify this information at any time, subject to applicable law.
Applicants may be required to attend interviews in person or by video conference. In addition, candidates may be required to present their current state or government issued ID during each interview.
Cognizant is an equal opportunity employer. Your application and candidacy will not be considered based on race, color, sex, religion, creed, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, veteran status or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.
