About the role
As an Automation lead with Selenium and Java/Playwright (Automation), you will make an impact by driving end-to-end quality assurance strategies with a focus on UI and API automation. You will be a valued member of the Quality Engineering team and work collaboratively with cross-functional stakeholders, including onsite and offshore teams, product owners, and clients.
In this role, you will:
· Lead automation efforts for UI and API testing using modern frameworks and tools
· Design, develop, and maintain scalable automation frameworks (Selenium, Playwright, REST Assured)
· Coordinate with onsite and offshore teams to ensure seamless delivery and communication
· Participate in agile ceremonies, including sprint planning, stand-ups, and retrospectives
· Drive in-sprint and regression automation to improve release quality and efficiency
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 3 days a week in a client or Cognizant office in Charlotte, NC. 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+ years of experience in Quality Engineering and Assurance
· 8+ years of hands-on experience in UI and API automation
· Strong expertise in Core Java, Selenium, TestNG, Cucumber, and REST Assured
· Experience working with CI/CD tools and automation pipelines
· Hands-on experience with Agile methodologies and tools such as JIRA and test management platforms (ALM / Quality Center)
· Proven ability to lead teams, coordinate globally, and manage client communication effectively
These will help you stand out
· Experience with Playwright or modern automation frameworks
· Strong interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills
· Ability to drive test strategy and continuous improvement initiatives
· Experience managing end-to-end test lifecycle across distributed teams
· Exposure to scalable automation solutions in enterprise environments
- 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.
Salary and Other Compensation:
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
Disclaimer: The salary, other compensation, and benefits 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.
Sobre a Cognizant
Cognizant (NASDAQ: CTSH) é uma construtora de IA e fornecedora de serviços de tecnologia, criando a ponte entre o investimento em IA e o valor para as empresas por meio do desenvolvimento de soluções de IA completas para nossos clientes. Nossa profunda experiência em setores, processos e engenharia nos permite incorporar o contexto único de cada organização em sistemas tecnológicos que potencializam a capacidade humana, geram resultados tangíveis e mantêm empresas globais à frente em um mundo em rápida transformação. Saiba mais em cognizant.ai ou @cognizant.
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A Cognizant é uma empregadora que investe em equidade. Sua candidatura não será pautada em raça, cor, gênero, sexualidade, credo, origem, deficiência, gravidez ou qualquer outra característica protegida pelas leis brasileiras.
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