About the role
As a Senior Test Automation Lead - WMS - Retail, you will make an impact by driving quality engineering outcomes for enterprise-scale Warehouse Management Systems within the retail domain. You will be a valued member of the delivery team and work collaboratively with client stakeholders, product owners, developers, and cross functional teams to ensure solution stability, scalability, and performance.
In this role, you will:
• Lead and execute end-to-end test strategy, planning, and execution for WMS implementations, with a strong focus on Manhattan Active solutions
• Drive automation-first testing using Selenium, Java, Cucumber, and REST Assured across UI and API layers
• Manage testing cycles, defect triage, root cause analysis, and quality metrics to ensure predictable delivery
• Collaborate closely with client stakeholders to align testing outcomes with business goals and operational needs
• Mentor and manage testing teams, fostering accountability, continuous improvement, and execution excellence
Work model
At Cognizant, we strive to provide flexibility wherever possible while supporting a healthy work-life balance through our wellbeing programs. Based on this role’s business requirements, this is an onsite position requiring work from a client or Cognizant office in Katy, Texas.
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.
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What you need to have to be considered
• Strong hands-on experience with test automation using Selenium, Java, Cucumber, and REST Assured
• Proven experience testing Warehouse Management Systems, preferably Manhattan Active (Retail)
• Solid background in test strategizing, planning, execution, and defect management
• Experience managing teams, driving accountability, and delivering results in complex client environments
• Strong communication skills with the ability to engage stakeholders and operate with financial and delivery acumen
These will help you stand out
• Experience leveraging GitHub Copilot or similar AI-assisted development tools
• Strong understanding of testing processes, metrics, and execution techniques
• Experience working with COTS products and complex enterprise integrations
• Knowledge of configuration management, requirements management, and solution structuring
• Ability to drive innovation, customer centricity, and continuous improvement across engagements
• 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*
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.
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
La Comunidad Cognizant:
Somos un equipo que se aprecia y apoya mutuamente. Nuestros asociados trabajan en un entorno colaborativo e integrador en el que todos pueden prosperar.
- Cognizant es una comunidad global con más de 300.000+ asociados en todo el mundo.
- No solo soñamos con un mundo mejor, sino que trabajamos para hacerlo realidad.
- Cuidamos de nuestros asociados, clientes, socios, comunidades y entorno haciendo lo correcto.
- Fomentamos un entorno innovador en el que puedes desarrollar tu carrera profesional.
Acerca de nosotros
Cognizant (NASDAQ: CTSH) es arquitecto de soluciones de IA y proveedor de servicios tecnológicos que traduce la inversión en inteligencia artificial en valor empresarial real mediante soluciones de IA de stack completo adaptadas a cada cliente. Su profundo conocimiento de la industria, los procesos y la ingeniería le permite integrar el contexto único de cada organización en sistemas tecnológicos que amplifican el potencial humano, generan un impacto real en el negocio y mantienen a las grandes empresas globales un paso adelante en un mundo en constante cambio. Para más información, visita www.cognizant.es o síguenos en @cognizant.
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Advertencia:
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