About the role
As a Senior QA Automation Engineer – Selenium, Java & Qualitia you will make an impact by driving high-quality, scalable, and reliable digital solutions through advanced automation and performance testing. You will be a valued member of the Quality Engineering team and work collaboratively with cross-functional stakeholders, including engineering, product, and business teams, to ensure best-in-class testing practices across enterprise applications.
In this role, you will:
Lead the design and implementation of robust test automation strategies across UI, API, and enterprise systems
Architect and enhance automation frameworks to ensure optimal coverage, scalability, and efficiency
Drive end-to-end quality assurance across cloud, web, APIs/services, and databases
Collaborate with cross-functional teams and leadership stakeholders to align quality strategies with business goals
Execute and optimize performance and load testing for both UI and API layers while ensuring system reliability
Work model
We believe flexibility is key to delivering our best work. Based on this role’s business requirements, this position is open to qualified applicants in Pasco, WA or Fort Washington, PA, with Remote work also available. Regardless of your working arrangement, we are committed to supporting a healthy work‑life balance through our 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:
5+ years of experience in quality assurance and test automation in enterprise environments
Mandatory: Hands-on experience with QUALITIA test automation tool
Strong expertise in automation frameworks and tools, including Selenium, Java, TestNG, SoapUI, or similar
Proven experience in designing and implementing enterprise-level test automation frameworks
Hands-on experience with API testing, BDD frameworks, and codeless/scriptless automation approaches
Experience in performance and load testing for UI and APIs (e.g., JMeter)
Solid understanding of Agile and DevOps practices, including CI/CD integration
Experience with version control and DevOps tools (GitHub, VSTS/Azure DevOps)
Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills
These will help you stand out:
Experience in the mortgage or financial services domain
Exposure to tools such as Loan Runner or similar lending platforms
Experience working with executive-level stakeholders and influencing quality strategy
Ability to mentor team members and drive QA best practices and innovation
Strong experience in business workflow validation and real-world scenario testing
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 $53,477 to $92,500, 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
• 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
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.
