About the role
As a Lead Quality Engineer (Retail & Supply Chain), you will make an impact by driving enterprise-scale quality engineering strategies and delivering robust, automated testing solutions for high-impact digital products in the Retail and Supply Chain domain (required). You will be a valued member of the engineering team and work collaboratively with product management, development, and operations stakeholders.
In this role, you will:
• Lead and implement quality engineering strategies to ensure high-performing, resilient merchandising applications
• Design and scale automated testing frameworks using Playwright and TypeScript for functional, regression, and end-to-end testing
• Build and maintain API test automation using Rest Assured to ensure integration quality, data accuracy, and performance
• Integrate automated testing into Azure-based CI/CD pipelines to improve release speed and defect detection
• Partner with cross-functional teams to define acceptance criteria, quality metrics, and ensure alignment with retail business workflows
Work model
We strive to provide flexibility wherever possible. Based on this role’s business requirements, this is a remote position open to qualified applicants within 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
• Strong experience in Playwright and TypeScript for test automation
• Hands-on experience with GitHub Copilot for development productivity and code quality
• Expertise in Azure DevOps / CI-CD pipelines and automated test execution
• Proven background in Retail and Supply Chain domain
• Experience building API automation frameworks using Rest Assured
These will help you stand out
• Experience with large-scale retail transformation programs
• Strong root cause analysis and defect prevention capabilities
• Experience optimizing test data for retail workflows (inventory, pricing, promotions, fulfillment)
• Ability to mentor teams and drive quality best practices
• Exposure to modern QE testing tools and innovation using AI-assisted development
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.
Salary and Other Compensation:
Applications will be accepted until June 19, 2026.
The annual salary for this position is between $71100– $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
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.
