About the role
As a Salesforce QA Automation Engineer with Playwright, you will make an impact by ensuring the quality, reliability, and performance of Salesforce applications through robust test automation and quality engineering practices. You will be a valued member of a cross-functional delivery team and work closely with Salesforce developers, QA engineers, product owners, and business stakeholders.
In this role, you will:
· Collaborate with QA and development teams to understand functional and business requirements and identify automation opportunities
· Design, implement, and maintain scalable automation frameworks (e.g., Page Object Model)
· Develop, enhance, and debug automated test scripts using Playwright
· Execute automated regression and functional test suites, analyze results, and ensure application stability
· Log, track, and validate defects using tools such as Jira and partner with development teams through resolution
· Integrate automated tests into CI/CD pipelines using Jenkins, GitLab CI, or similar tools
· Participate in Agile ceremonies and provide clear test status updates to stakeholders
Work model
We strive to provide flexibility wherever possible. Based on this role’s business requirements, this is a hybrid position requiring a presence at a client or Cognizant office in any of these locations - Charlotte (NC), New York, New Jersey, or Radnor (PA) . Regardless of your working arrangement, we are here to support a healthy work-life balance through our wellbeing programs.
The working arrangements for this role are accurate as of the date of posting and may change based on project or client requirements. We will always be transparent about role expectations.
What you need to have to be considered
· 7+ years of proven experience in Salesforce testing, including both manual and automation testing, with solid QA methodology knowledge
· Strong understanding of Salesforce fundamentals including standard/custom objects, security models, Flows, and Lightning components
· Hands-on experience with Playwright automation using JavaScript or TypeScript
· Experience with API testing (REST/SOAP) and query languages such as SQL or SOQL
· Experience executing and maintaining automated regression test suites in Agile environments
These will help you stand out
· Experience integrating automated testing into CI/CD pipelines (Jenkins, GitLab CI)
· Strong analytical, debugging, and problem-solving skills
· Excellent communication skills and ability to collaborate across distributed teams
· Experience working in fast-paced, multi-project delivery environments
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. Transferable skills and unique experiences are valued.
Salary and Other Compensation
The annual salary for this position is between $81,513 to $130,000, 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
• 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*
The Cognizant community:
We are a high caliber team who appreciate and support one another. Our people uphold an energetic, collaborative and inclusive workplace where everyone can thrive.
- Cognizant is a global community with more than 300,000 associates around the world.
- We don’t just dream of a better way – we make it happen.
- We take care of our people, clients, company, communities and climate by doing what’s right.
- We foster an innovative environment where you can build the career path that’s right for you.
About us:
Cognizant (Nasdaq: CTSH) is an AI Builder and technology services provider, building the bridge between AI investment and enterprise value by building full-stack AI solutions for our clients. Our deep industry, process and engineering expertise enables us to build an organization’s unique context into technology systems that amplify human potential, realize tangible returns and keep global enterprises ahead in a fast-changing world. See how at www.cognizant.com or @cognizant.
Cognizant is an equal opportunity employer. Your application and candidacy will not be considered based on race, color, sex, religion, creed, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, veteran status or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.
If you have a disability that requires reasonable accommodation to search for a job opening or submit an application, please email [email protected] for roles based in the Americas or [email protected] for roles based in India.
Disclaimer:
Compensation information is accurate as of the date of this posting. Cognizant reserves the right to modify this information at any time, subject to applicable law.
Applicants may be required to attend interviews in person or by video conference. In addition, candidates may be required to present their current state or government issued ID during each interview.