About the role
As a Test Manager, you will make an impact by leading end-to-end testing strategy and delivery for large-scale healthcare payer and Facets programs. You will be a valued member of the quality and delivery leadership team, working closely with clients, program leadership, development teams, and vendors to ensure high-quality outcomes across complex healthcare initiatives.
In this role, you will:
Lead and manage onshore QA teams to deliver end-to-end testing across Facets programs and healthcare payer initiatives.
Own accountability for overall test strategy, governance, planning, execution, and quality outcomes across functional, integration, data migration, EDI, and UAT workstreams.
Strategize, plan, and execute Line of Business (LOB) implementation testing across multiple functional areas, ensuring alignment with business and regulatory requirements.
Lead test estimation, scheduling, resourcing, and coordination across onshore, offshore, and multi-vendor teams.
Govern test execution, defect management, triage, root cause analysis, and release readiness decision-making.
Oversee integration and EDI validation (834/837/835), including batch jobs, file interfaces, and downstream system testing.
Manage test environments, test data dependencies, and large-scale data loads related to membership, provider, and claims processing.
Establish and report quality metrics, dashboards, risks, and mitigation plans to program leadership and client stakeholders.
Coordinate UAT planning and execution, support business users through validation cycles, and drive formal business sign-off.
Work model
We strive to provide flexibility wherever possible. Based on this role’s business requirements, this is a remote position. Regardless of your working arrangement, we are here to support a healthy work-life balance through our various wellbeing programs.
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
10–12+ years of overall testing experience, with 6–8+ years in healthcare payer systems.
5+ years of experience managing Facets testing programs and QA delivery teams.
Deep understanding of healthcare domains including claims, enrollment, benefits, providers, EDI, and regulatory compliance.
Proven experience leading complex testing initiatives involving platform consolidations, data migrations, and system integrations.
Strong experience managing test governance, defect lifecycle, quality metrics, and release readiness.
Excellent stakeholder management skills with the ability to present test strategies and quality status to senior leadership and clients.
These will help you stand out
Experience with test automation initiatives, cloud migration programs, or large-scale platform modernization.
Strong client-facing experience managing expectations, risks, and delivery outcomes.
Demonstrated ability to lead multi-vendor teams in complex delivery environments.
Experience mentoring, coaching, and developing QA team members into senior and leadership roles.
Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills with a proactive leadership mindset.
Salary and Other Compensation:
Applicants will be accepted till 06/30/2026
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*
The annual salary for this position will be in the range of $110K - $125K 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
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.
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.
Renseignments suppplémentaires sur l'emploi
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