will support project delivery using structured project management practices by working with Ford B2B and Cognizant TAG. The role focuses on planning coordination and stakeholder engagement for auto verification and validation initiatives in a day shift environment. The Account Coordinator will ensure accurate project data consistent status tracking and timely reporting to enable predictable outcomes and operational excellence for the organization.
Responsibilities
Manage end to end project data within PS Project information System to ensure accurate planning tracking and reporting that supports predictable project outcomes
Coordinate day to day project activities across teams to maintain alignment with scope schedule and quality expectations within a hybrid work model
Monitor project progress metrics and milestones to identify deviations early and support timely corrective actions that reduce delivery risk
Prepare structured project schedules and task plans to guide teams through auto verification and validation activities and ensure consistent execution
Maintain detailed documentation of project decisions risks issues and actions to support traceability and informed decision making across stakeholders
Engage with project stakeholders regularly to capture requirements clarify expectations and provide transparent status updates that build trust
Support project risk and issue management by documenting impacts tracking owners and following up on resolution activities until closure
Coordinate review meetings workshops and status forums to enable effective collaboration across functional teams involved in project execution
Administer change management processes by capturing change requests documenting impacts and supporting approval workflows to protect project integrity
Ensure compliance with organizational standards templates and methodologies for project management and auto verification and validation practices
Execute quality checks on project data and documentation to maintain consistency completeness and readiness for audits and internal reviews
Collaborate with technical and domain experts to align project plans with auto verification and validation requirements and industry best practices
Contribute to continuous improvement by identifying process gaps suggesting enhancements and supporting adoption of optimized project management practices
Qualifications
Apply practical project management experience of at least two years to support structured planning execution and monitoring activities in a hybrid work environment
Demonstrate hands on expertise with PS Project information System to manage project structures schedules resources and status reporting with high data accuracy
Use knowledge of project stakeholder management to plan communication manage expectations and address concerns in a clear and respectful manner
Show proven experience in project management fundamentals including scope definition scheduling risk tracking and status reporting for small to medium initiatives
Apply domain experience in auto verification and validation to align project activities with required test coverage traceability and quality objectives
Utilize strong analytical and problem solving skills to interpret project data identify trends and support evidence based recommendations for corrective actions
Communicate clearly in written and verbal form to produce concise project documentation meeting summaries and stakeholder updates
Adapt effectively to hybrid work arrangements by using collaboration tools and structured routines that maintain productivity and engagement
Exhibit strong organizational skills to manage multiple tasks deadlines and follow ups while maintaining attention to detail in project records
Work collaboratively with cross functional teams by demonstrating respect accountability and a focus on shared project outcomes rather than individual preferences
Apply basic knowledge of process improvement methods to document lessons learned and propose enhancements to project workflows and templates
Show commitment to continuous learning by staying updated on project management practices verification and validation approaches and relevant organizational standards
Certifications Required
Preferred certifications include PMP or PRINCE2 Foundation or equivalent project management credential focused on structured project delivery.
Job Summary
The Advanced Mobile Test Analyst role focuses on end to end validation of automotive mobile applications across Android and iOS platforms ensuring robust quality for connected vehicle features in a hybrid work model. The role involves hands on test design execution and automation for automotive verification and validation collaborating with cross functional teams to deliver secure reliable and user centric digital mobility experiences that enhance safety and convenience for customers.
Responsibilities
Collaborate with product owners and developers to refine automotive mobile application requirements for Android and iOS ensuring clarity testability and alignment with business goals for connected vehicle features.
Design comprehensive verification and validation strategies for automotive mobile solutions covering functional integration regression and system testing to ensure consistent quality across platforms.
Develop detailed test scenarios and test cases for mobile applications used in automotive contexts focusing on safety critical workflows connectivity and in vehicle interaction use cases.
Execute manual tests for Android and iOS automotive apps on a diverse set of devices and operating system versions documenting results with clear evidence and structured defect reports.
Create and maintain mobile test automation suites using industry standard frameworks to increase coverage and repeatability for automotive verification and validation.
Analyze test results and defect trends to identify root causes highlight systemic issues and recommend practical improvements in design code or test approach.
Coordinate closely with automotive domain experts and backend teams to validate end to end flows such as telematics remote commands and over the air interactions for mobile channels.
Perform non functional testing for mobile apps such as performance responsiveness battery impact and network resilience in realistic driving or usage scenarios.
Support integration and smoke testing during releases ensuring mobile builds meet acceptance criteria for day shift deployments and hybrid work coordination.
Prepare clear test reports dashboards and release readiness summaries that communicate quality risks defect status and coverage metrics to stakeholders.
Participate in code reviews of test automation suggest optimizations and ensure that automated tests remain stable maintainable and aligned with evolving automotive features.
Engage in continuous improvement activities by refining test processes introducing new tools and sharing best practices across teams to enhance verification and validation effectiveness.
Coordinate and support occasional travel to customer or test track locations when required for on site validation field testing and collaboration with partner teams.
Qualifications
Offer a solid professional background of five to nine years in software testing with significant focus on mobile applications demonstrating progressive responsibility and depth of expertise.
Apply strong hands on experience in automotive verification and validation including understanding of automotive standards safety expectations and connected vehicle ecosystems.
Demonstrate proficiency in testing Android mobile applications including installation configuration permissions interactions with native components and troubleshooting environment issues.
Demonstrate proficiency in testing iOS mobile applications including provisioning certificates device management and alignment with platform specific guidelines and limitations.
Utilize proven experience in mobile test automation using common frameworks and scripting languages with the ability to design reusable and data driven test suites.
Apply strong skills in manual mobile testing including exploratory techniques usability assessment and validation of user journeys across diverse devices and screen sizes.
Use familiarity with automotive mobile solutions such as remote vehicle control diagnostics and telematics data visualization to design realistic and meaningful tests.
Demonstrate strong analytical and problem solving abilities with capacity to interpret logs traces and backend responses to isolate defects in complex integrated systems.
Communicate clearly in spoken and written form with cross functional teams providing concise updates risk assessments and test documentation suitable for global stakeholders.
Adapt effectively to a hybrid work model by managing time tools and collaboration practices while remaining open to required travel for critical on site automotive validations.
Certifications Required
ISTQB Certified Tester Foundation Level or equivalent mobile testing certification preferred
Additional employment information
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.
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.
Applicants must be currently authorized to work for any employer in the United States. The company is unable to provide employment-based immigration sponsorship for this position.
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About Cognizant:
Cognizant (Nasdaq: CTSH) is an AI Builder and technology services provider, bridging the gap 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, drive tangible outcomes and keep global enterprises ahead in a fast-changing world. See how at cognizant.ai or @cognizant.
