Senior Test Automation Engineer (Python, Playwright & Jenkins)

About the Role

As a Senior Test Automation Engineer (Python, Playwright & Jenkins), you will play a key role in ensuring the quality, reliability, and scalability of enterprise applications supporting Property & Casualty Insurance operations. You will design and develop robust automation frameworks, integrate testing into CI/CD pipelines, and leverage AI-augmented testing approaches to improve delivery outcomes and customer experiences.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and maintain scalable Python-based automation frameworks for enterprise applications.
• Create and enhance Playwright automated test suites covering end-to-end business workflows and cross-browser testing.
• Configure and optimize Jenkins pipelines to support continuous integration and continuous testing practices.
• Partner with software engineers, business analysts, and QA teams to define test strategies and acceptance criteria.
• Analyze automation execution results and testing metrics to identify trends, risks, and opportunities for improvement.
• Apply AI-assisted testing techniques, including intelligent test selection and automated test data generation.
• Develop realistic test data and scenarios supporting Property & Casualty Insurance business processes, including underwriting, policy administration, rating, and claims.
• Investigate complex defects, perform root cause analysis, and collaborate with technical teams to drive resolution.
• Mentor team members on automation best practices and quality engineering standards.

Required Qualifications

• Strong experience developing test automation frameworks using Python.
• Extensive hands-on experience with Playwright automation.
• Experience configuring and supporting Jenkins CI/CD pipelines.
• Strong understanding of Agile, DevOps, CI/CD, and Continuous Testing methodologies.
• Experience testing APIs, microservices, and enterprise-scale applications.
• Strong analytical, troubleshooting, and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Experience working in cross-functional Agile teams.
• Property & Casualty Insurance domain experience preferred.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with AI-assisted testing tools and automation practices.
• Knowledge of test data management and synthetic data generation.
• Experience mentoring and guiding quality engineering teams.
• Familiarity with Git and modern source control practices.
• Experience working in cloud-based environments.

Work Authorization

Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States without requiring employer sponsorship, now or in the future.

Salary and Other Compensation

The annual salary for this position is $53,500 - $92,500 depending on experience, qualifications, and other job-related factors.

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.

The salary, other compensation, and benefits information is accurate as of the date of this posting. Cognizant reserves the right to modify compensation and benefits at any time, subject to applicable law.

Benefits

Cognizant offers the following benefits, subject to eligibility requirements:

• Medical, Dental, Vision, and Prescription Drug Coverage
• Health Savings Account (HSA)
• Flexible Spending Accounts (Healthcare and Dependent Care)
• Life Insurance
• Accidental Death & Dismemberment (AD&D) Insurance
• Short-Term Disability
• Long-Term Disability
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Paid Holidays
• 401(k) Plan with Company Contributions
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP)
• Well-being and Wellness Programs
• Tuition Reimbursement and Learning Assistance Programs
• Backup Childcare and Family Support Resources
• Employee Discount Programs
• Professional Development and Career Growth Opportunities

Applications will be accepted until the position is filled.

Why Cognizant

Our strength is built on our ability to work together. Our associates enjoy a collaborative environment that values innovation, inclusion, and continuous learning. We are committed to creating opportunities for growth while delivering solutions that help our clients succeed.

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.