We are looking for an experienced Automation Quality Engineer I to join our team in Seattle, WA. In this role, you will perform software integration testing, functional testing, and test automation across complex software environments while helping ensure products meet the highest standards of quality. You will work closely with global engineering teams to validate software integrations, investigate quality issues, and enhance automated testing solutions. This role also includes hands-on testing of AI-powered features and technologies.
Location: Seattle, WA
Shift Hours: Monday-Friday, 9:00 AM - 6:00 PM
In this role, you will:
• Perform software integration testing, functional testing, and test automation across complex software environments.
• Design, develop, and maintain automated test frameworks, test suites, and test cases.
• Execute end-to-end testing across client platforms and software integrations.
• Perform functional testing of AI-powered features, experiences, and virtual assistant technologies.
• Investigate test failures, analyze logs, and determine root causes of quality issues.
• Identify, escalate, track, and drive critical quality issues through resolution.
• Participate in test planning, test design, test authoring, and test execution activities.
• Collaborate with engineering, product, and quality teams across global locations.
• Improve test coverage through automation and continuous quality improvement initiatives.
• Provide clear reporting on quality metrics, testing results, and release readiness.
What you need to have to be considered:
• 4+ years of professional experience as a Software Development Engineer, Software Quality Engineer, Automation Engineer, or related role.
• Strong programming experience in Swift (preferred), Python, Java, or other object-oriented programming languages.
• Experience designing, developing, and maintaining automated tests and test frameworks.
• Experience with test automation tools and frameworks; XCTest experience is a plus.
• Strong understanding of test planning, test design, execution, and defect management processes.
• Experience testing AI technologies, AI-powered features, or intelligent software applications.
• Experience working with virtual assistants or conversational technology platforms.
• Strong troubleshooting, debugging, and root cause analysis skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English.
These will help you stand out:
• BS or MS degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or equivalent practical experience.
• Experience writing shell scripts.
• Familiarity with Xcode and the ability to build or modify existing iOS application code.
• Experience with operating systems, debugging tools, and performance profiling tools.
• Ability to debug complex issues within multi-tier client/server environments.
• Experience testing backend services at the API or protocol level.
• Understanding of testing methodologies including unit, integration, and end-to-end testing.
• Familiarity with logging, telemetry, analytics, and monitoring concepts.
• Strong troubleshooting and diagnostic skills.
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced engineering environment.
• Curious, proactive mindset with strong learning agility and a passion for new technologies.
Cognizant will only consider applicants for this position who are legally authorized to work in the United States without requiring company sponsorship now or at any time in the future.
We are excited to meet people who share our mission and can make an impact in a variety of ways. Do not 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 $84,000.00 - $86,000.00, 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
Disclaimer: The salary, other compensation, and benefits 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.
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À propos de Cognizant
Cognizant (NASDAQ: CTSH) est un AI Builder et une entreprise de services numériques (ESN) élaborant des solutions complètes d’IA maximisant les investissements pour des résultats concrets. Sa profonde expertise des métiers, des processus et des technologies lui permet d’intégrer dans les systèmes technologiques le contexte unique de chaque organisation de l’ingénierie à la production à l’échelle. Son objectif: améliorer l’efficacité des équipes, créer de la valeur et permettre aux grandes entreprises de rester performantes dans un monde qui évolue rapidement. Pour en savoir plus: cognizant.ai ou @cognizant.
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