About the role
As a Guidewire QA Engineer – InsuranceNow, you will make an impact by ensuring the quality, reliability, and performance of enhancements, configurations, and integrations within the Guidewire InsuranceNow platform. You will be a valued member of the delivery team and work collaboratively with Developers, Business Analysts, Technical Leads, and Product stakeholders.
In this role, you will:
• Design and execute functional, integration, and regression test cases for InsuranceNow enhancements and defect fixes
• Validate configurations including rating rules, underwriting workflows, policy changes, and forms generation
• Test API integrations between InsuranceNow and external systems such as portals and third-party providers
• Identify, document, and track defects while supporting resolution across the development lifecycle
• Support UAT, release validation, and production issue investigations to ensure platform stability
Work model: Remote
We strive to provide flexibility wherever possible. Based on this role’s business requirements, this is a remote position open to qualified applicants in Boston, Andover MA and across the United States. 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
• Experience testing Guidewire InsuranceNow implementations
• Strong experience with test automation and performance testing tools (e.g., Selenium, Java, JUnit, Cypress, Playwright, k6)
• Solid understanding of test planning, test case design, and defect tracking processes
• Experience validating REST APIs, JSON payloads, and integration workflows
• Familiarity with SQL and database validation techniques
• Experience with test management and defect tracking tools such as Jira
• Hands-on experience supporting regression testing during platform upgrades and releases
These will help you stand out
• Strong knowledge of Property & Casualty insurance processes (policy lifecycle, underwriting, rating, billing, renewals)
• Experience with object-oriented test automation frameworks and lifecycle management
• Familiarity with CI/CD pipelines and automated testing integration
• Experience working in Agile environments with active participation in sprint ceremonies
• Strong collaboration and communication skills across cross-functional teams
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 perspectives to this role.
Salary and Other Compensation:
Applications will be accepted until June 5, 2026.
The annual salary for this position is between $71,100 - $112,500 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:
Cognizant offers the following benefits for this position, subject to applicable eligibility requirements:
Medical/Dental/Vision/Life Insurance
Paid holidays plus Paid Time Off
401(k) plan and contributions
Long-term/Short-term Disability
Cognizant will only consider applicants for this position who are legally authorized to work in the United States without company sponsorship.
*Please note, this role is not able to offer visa transfer or sponsorship now or in the future*
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.
If you have a disability that requires reasonable accommodation to search for a job opening or submit an application, please email [email protected] with your request and contact information.
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.
