We are seeking a highly skilled Automation Test Lead with 8+ years of experience in test automation, quality assurance, and test leadership. The ideal candidate should possess strong expertise in Java-based automation framework development, modern automation tools, and manual testing practices, along with the ability to independently drive testing activities and collaborate effectively with business and technology stakeholders.
In this role, you will
- Design, develop, and maintain scalable automation frameworks using Java and modern design principles.
- Build and execute automated test suites for UI, API, and backend validation using Playwright and related technologies.
- Lead end-to-end testing activities, including test planning, execution, defect management, and delivery ownership.
- Manage test data and implement automation best practices to improve test efficiency and reliability.
- Collaborate closely with development teams, business stakeholders, and cross-functional teams to ensure quality deliverables.
- Produce meaningful QA status reports, metrics, and quality dashboards for senior leadership.
- Drive functional discussions with business teams and contribute domain expertise within Insurance and/or Wealth Management.
- Support CI/CD implementation and source code management using Git-based workflows.
Work Model
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 3 days a week in a client or Cognizant office in Toronto, ON. Regardless of your working arrangement, we are here to support a healthy work-life balance though our various wellbeing 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.
What you need to have to be considered
- 8+ years of experience in Software Testing and Test Automation.
- Strong proficiency in Java, including Streams, Lambdas, Collections, and modern design patterns.
- Hands-on experience in Java-based automation framework development.
- Must have 3+ years of strong experience with Playwright for UI automation, API testing, and backend validation.
- Solid understanding of test data management and automation best practices.
- Experience with Git, version control systems, and CI/CD pipelines.
- Strong manual testing skills, including test design, execution, functional validation, and defect lifecycle management.
- Proven ability to lead testing efforts independently and drive deliverables to successful completion.
- Excellent communication, stakeholder management, and collaboration skills.
- Experience creating QA metrics, status reports, and executive-level quality updates.
These will help you stand out
- Domain knowledge in Insurance and/or Wealth Management is highly preferred.
- Working knowledge of Kafka, MongoDB, and AWS S3.
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.
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 90,000 – 110,000 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.
À savoir avant de postuler
- Autorisation de travail: Cognizant ne prendra en considération que les candidats à ce poste qui sont légalement autorisés à travailler au Canada sans avoir besoin d'un parrainage de l'employeur, aujourd'hui ou à l'avenir.
- Mesures d’adaptation: Si vous avez un handicap qui nécessite des mesures d’adaptation raisonnable pour effectuer une recherche d’emploi ou poser une candidature, veuillez envoyer un courriel à [email protected] avec votre demande et vos coordonnées.
- L’IA dans notre processus de recrutement: Nous utilisons des outils d'intelligence artificielle (IA) pour trier et évaluer les candidatures efficacement. Notre équipe examine ensuite les candidatures et décide qui passe à l’étape suivante.
- Poste à pourvoir: Sauf indication contraire, ce poste est actuellement vacant et nous cherchons à le pourvoir.
- Exigences linguistiques: Nous demandons à tous les candidats de posséder une connaissance de base de l’anglais afin de faciliter les communications internes. Pour les postes au Québec, la capacité à communiquer efficacement en anglais est requise car vous fournirez des services à et collaborerez avec des parties prenantes anglophones situées hors de la province.
- Inclusion: Cognizant est un employeur souscrivant au principe de l’égalité d’accès à l’emploi. Votre candidature et votre dossier ne seront pas examinés en fonction de la race, de la couleur, du sexe, de la religion, des croyances, de l'orientation sexuelle, de l'identité de genre, de l'origine nationale, du handicap, des renseignements génétiques, de la grossesse, du statut d'ancien combattant ou de toute autre caractéristique protégée par les lois fédérales, provinciales ou locales.
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.
