About the role
As a Test Lead – Healthcare Domain (PBM / RxClaim), you will make an impact by driving end-to-end quality assurance strategy and execution for complex Pharmacy Benefit Management (PBM) platforms, ensuring reliable, compliant, and high-quality technology solutions that support patient and provider outcomes.
You will be a valued member of the Quality Engineering and Assurance team, working closely with product owners, architects, developers, and business stakeholders to deliver scalable and high-performing healthcare solutions.
In this role, you will:
Lead end-to-end test strategy, planning, and execution for complex PBM applications, ensuring timely and high-quality releases
Coordinate Agile testing activities across squads and sprints, maintaining traceability from requirements to test coverage and defect resolution using Jira and TestRail
Define and optimize test strategies, plans, and governance frameworks, aligning with regulatory requirements and business priorities
Oversee functional, regression, integration, and user acceptance testing for core PBM workflows such as eligibility, formulary, claims adjudication, and member services
Drive API and REST interface testing to ensure reliable integration across healthcare platforms and partner systems
Work model
We strive to provide flexibility wherever possible. Based on this role’s business requirements, this is a Remote position and open to qualified applicants in Irving, TX. Regardless of your working arrangement, we are here to support a healthy work-life balance though 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.
What you need to have to be considered
10+ years of experience in software testing, including leading testing efforts for enterprise Healthcare or PBM platforms
Strong expertise in RxClaim (AS400), EZQuery, and EZTest, with hands-on experience in healthcare ecosystems
Proven ability to lead end-to-end QA lifecycle, including test strategy, planning, execution, and reporting
Experience managing Agile testing delivery using tools such as Jira and TestRail
Strong understanding of PBM workflows including eligibility, formulary, claims adjudication, and member services
Hands-on experience with API and REST services testing
Solid experience in test metrics, quality governance, defect management, and continuous improvement initiatives
Ability to collaborate with cross-functional teams and influence quality early in the software development lifecycle
Experience in risk management, regulatory alignment, and quality assurance controls
Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field or equivalent experience
These will help you stand out
Experience driving large-scale program delivery, including ownership of timelines, quality, and KPIs
Strong exposure to test automation strategies, reusable test frameworks, and regression optimization
Proficiency in SQL testing and advanced API validation techniques
Demonstrated ability to influence senior stakeholders and leadership teams
Experience leading QA transformation and continuous improvement initiatives
Strong client engagement and stakeholder management skills with a focus on delivering business value
Excellent communication and presentation skills, including executive-level reporting
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 don’t meet every requirement listed. If you bring transferable skills, curiosity, and a growth mindset, we’d love to hear from you.
Salary and Other Compensation
The annual salary for this position is between $71,100 to $112,500, 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
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.
Over Cognizant
Cognizant (NASDAQ: CTSH) is een bouwer van AI-oplossingen en een leverancier van technologiediensten. Wij slaan de brug tussen AI-investeringen en ondernemingswaarde door het bouwen van full-stack AI-oplossingen voor onze klanten. Onze diepgaande kennis van sectoren, processen en engineering stelt ons in staat om de unieke context van een organisatie te verankeren in technologische systemen. Deze systemen versterken het menselijk potentieel, realiseren tastbare resultaten en geven wereldwijde ondernemingen een voorsprong in een snel veranderende wereld. Ontdek hoe op cognizant.ai of @cognizant.
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