We are looking for experienced Playwright Automation Test Engineer to join our QEA team. The ideal candidate will have strong expertise in Playwright to develop automation framework modernization initiatives for our banking clients. You will be responsible for ensuring the quality and reliability of software through automated testing and close collaboration with development teams.
In this role, you will
- Design, develop, and maintain robust Playwright-based automation frameworks for web applications.
- Create robust automated test scripts for web applications and APIs.
- Ensure comprehensive test coverage for both frontend (UI) and backend (API, database) components.
- Conduct comprehensive API testing to validate functionality, reliability, and performance.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams in an Agile/Scrum environment to deliver high-quality software solutions.
- Apply your understanding of Generative AI platforms to test AI-driven features or utilize AI tools to optimize the testing lifecycle.
- Communicate effectively with stakeholders to provide updates on testing progress and quality metrics.
Required skills
- Overall 5-7 years of experience as an SDET or in a similar automation testing role.
- Must have 2+ years of strong hands-on experience with Playwright (JavaScript/TypeScript).
- Minimum 4 years of Hands-on experience with Java-based test automation frameworks (Selenium, TestNG, JUnit).
- Must have hands-on experience in API testing and Proficiency in using Rest Assured for API automation testing.
- Solid understanding of test automation frameworks, test design patterns, and best practices.
- Knowledge of CI/CD integration tools and practices.
- Strong understanding of SDLC, STLC, and Agile methodologies.
- Should be an individual Contributor with good collaboration and stakeholder management skills.
Preferred skills
- Experience in Banking Domain.
- GitHub Copilot experience is highly preferred.
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 55,000 – 73,000 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. 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.
What we offer
- The chance to work with impact. Here, you’re empowered to bring your biggest thinking to help our company and clients improve everyday life.
- Ownership over your career. Stay at the top of your game through our award-winning learning and development ecosystem. And when your ambitions change or we offer new opportunities, we help you pivot by providing reskilling, on-the-job learning and guidance to find new roles that might be a better fit.
- The opportunity to thrive on a high caliber team with heart. We celebrate each other’s experiences and perspectives and promote a sense of belonging through our affinity groups and diversity and inclusion initiatives.
- A comprehensive total rewards package, including a competitive salary and a pension plan with matching contributions.
- Flexible health and financial benefits to support you and your eligible dependents—from day one.
- True work-life balance. Be at your best through paid time off, flexible work arrangements, volunteering opportunities, social events, and so much more.
About us
Cognizant (Nasdaq: CTSH) is an AI Builder and technology services provider, building the bridge 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, realize tangible returns and keep global enterprises ahead in a fast-changing world. See how at www.cognizant.com or @cognizant.
Other employment-related information
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, provincial or local laws.
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Language requirements vary depending on roles, but we ask that all candidates have basic English proficiency for company-wide communications purposes. For roles based in Quebec, professional English proficiency is required, as you’ll deliver services to and collaborate with stakeholders outside the province who may not speak French.
