About the role
We are looking for experienced Playwright Automation Test Engineer to join our QEA team. The ideal candidate will have hands-on expertise in automation frameworks, API and data validation, and AI-assisted automation.This role requires strong problem-solving skills and the ability to build scalable, reliable automation for complex, data-driven platforms for our banking clients.
In this role, you will
- Design, develop, and maintain robust Playwright-based automation frameworks for web applications.
- Create robust automated test scripts for web applications and APIs.
- Ensure comprehensive test coverage for both frontend (UI) and backend (API, database) components.
- Perform data validation using SQL DB queries and handling medium to complex queries with ease.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams in an Agile/Scrum environment to deliver high-quality software solutions.
- Communicate effectively with stakeholders to provide updates on testing progress and quality metrics.
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 4 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.
What you need to have to be considered
- Overall 5 to 8 years of QA automation experience in enterprise-scale, data-driven systems.
- Must have 2+ years of strong hands-on experience with Playwright automation.
- Minimum 5+ years of hands-on experience with Java-based test automation frameworks (Selenium, TestNG, JUnit).
- Must have hands-on experience in API automation testing experience.
- GitHub Copilot experience is highly preferred.
- Knowledge of CI/CD integration tools and practices.
- Should be an individual Contributor with good collaboration and stakeholder management skills.
These will help you stand out
- Banking domain experience is nice to have.
- Familiarity with AI-assisted automation approaches (e.g., test generation, intelligent test maintenance)
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 70,000 – 90,000 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.
Acerca de Cognizant
Cognizant (Nasdaq: CTSH) es un creador de soluciones de IA y proveedor de servicios tecnológicos que conecta la inversión en IA con el valor empresarial mediante el desarrollo de soluciones de IA full‑stack para sus clientes. Su profundo conocimiento de la industria, junto con su experiencia en procesos e ingeniería, permite incorporar el contexto único de cada organización en sistemas tecnológicos que amplifican el potencial humano, generan resultados tangibles y mantienen a las empresas a la vanguardia en un entorno en constante cambio. Más información en cognizant.ai o @cognizant.
Información adicional sobre el empleo
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