About the role
We are seeking a Salesforce Test Lead with deep domain expertise in Life Sciences to drive end-to-end quality assurance across complex Salesforce CRM platforms. In this role, you will act as the primary onshore QA lead, overseeing functional, SIT, integration, and release validation while orchestrating distributed onshore-offshore test execution. You will establish test strategies, manage quality risks, and partner closely with business, product, and engineering leaders to ensure high-reliability releases.
In this role, you will:
- Lead end-to-end QA delivery across functional, SIT, integration, regression and release validation.
- Act as the primary onshore QA contact for business, product, development and offshore teams.
- Own QA planning, test strategy, estimation, execution tracking, defect management, risks and quality reporting.
- Lead onshore-offshore QA governance, test coverage, automation strategy and release readiness.
Work model
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 3 days work from office in a week presence in a client or Cognizant office in Mettawa, IL. Regardless of your working arrangement, we are here to support a healthy work-life balance through our various wellbeing programs.
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.
What you need to have to be considered
- Overall 10+ years of QA testing expericene with proven experience leading large Agile QA programs and distributed onshore-offshore teams.
- 5+ years of Salesforce CRM testing experience with solid Life Sciences domain knowledge.
- Strong expertise in integration/API, E2E, regression, traceability and risk-based testing.
- Tosca and Salesforce Health Cloud exposure are preferred.
- Strong understanding of Agile/Scrum delivery, including participation in refinement, sprint planning, daily stand-ups, defect triage, release readiness, and retrospective activities.
These will help you stand out
- Hands-on exposure to Tricentis Tosca automation, including automation of Salesforce/CRM regression scenarios and supporting the identification of suitable candidates for automation.
- Salesforce Health Cloud.
We're excited to meet people who share our mission and can make an impact in a variety of ways. Don't hesitate to apply, even if you only meet the minimum requirements listed. Think about your transferable experiences and unique skills that make you stand out as someone who can bring new and exciting things to this role.
Salary and Other Compensation
The annual salary for this position is between USD $90,000 to $112,000 depending on experience and other qualifications of the successful candidate.
This position is also eligible for Cognizant’s discretionary annual incentive program, based on performance and subject to the terms of Cognizant’s applicable plans.
Benefits
Medical/Dental/Vision/Life Insurance
Paid holidays plus Paid Time Off
401(k) plan and contributions
Long-term/Short-term Disability
Paid Parental Leave
Employee Stock Purchase Plan
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.










