Job description

About the role As a Senior QA Automation Engineer , you will make an impact by designing, developing, and optimizing scalable test automation solutions that improve software quality, accelerate delivery, and support business-critical applications. You will be a valued member of the Quality Engineering team and work collaboratively with developers, product owners, business analysts, DevOps engineers, and other stakeholders to ensure the successful delivery of high-quality solutions within the Banking & Financial Services domain. In this role, you will: • Design, develop, and maintain robust automation frameworks for web and API testing using Java-based technologies. • Create and execute automated test suites for functional, regression, smoke, integration, and end-to-end testing scenarios. • Develop reusable automation components that improve test coverage, execution efficiency, and maintainability. • Collaborate with cross-functional teams to define test strategies, validate requirements, and ensure quality throughout the software development lifecycle. • Integrate automation solutions into CI/CD pipelines and support continuous testing, release validation, and production readiness activities. 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 2–3 days per week in a client or Cognizant office in Charlotte, North Carolina . 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 • Strong experience developing and maintaining Java-based automation frameworks for enterprise applications. • Hands-on expertise with Selenium WebDriver , Playwright , and REST Assured for UI and API test automation. • Experience with TestNG or JUnit , object-oriented programming principles, and build tools such as Maven or Gradle . • Solid knowledge of software testing methodologies, including functional, regression, integration, system, smoke, and API testing. • Experience integrating automated testing into CI/CD pipelines using tools such as Jenkins, GitHub Actions, Git, and GitHub. • Strong SQL and database validation skills with the ability to validate data across backend systems. • Experience working in Agile/Scrum environments and collaborating with distributed, cross-functional teams. • Proven ability to analyze defects, troubleshoot test failures, and perform root cause analysis. These will help you stand out • Experience supporting applications within the Banking & Financial Services (BFS) industry. • Hands-on experience using Postman for API testing and validation. • Experience designing hybrid, modular, keyword-driven, or data-driven automation frameworks. • Knowledge of automated test reporting, quality dashboards, and test metrics. • Experience supporting release management, production validation, and post-deployment verification activities. 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: The annual salary for this position is between $53,477 to 92,500 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 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. 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* 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. 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. If you have a disability that requires reasonable accommodation to search for a job opening or submit an application, please email CareersNA2@cognizant.com for roles based in the Americas or CareersIndia2@cognizant.com for roles based in India.

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Design, develop, and maintain robust automation frameworks for web and API testing using Java-based technologies.
Create and execute automated test suites for functional, regression, smoke, integration, and end-to-end testing scenarios.
Develop reusable automation components that improve test coverage, execution efficiency, and maintainability.
Collaborate with cross-functional teams to define test strategies, validate requirements, and ensure quality throughout the software development lifecycle.
Integrate automation solutions into CI/CD pipelines and support continuous testing, release validation, and production readiness activities.
What you need to have to be considered
Strong experience developing and maintaining Java-based automation frameworks for enterprise applications.
Hands-on expertise with Selenium WebDriver , Playwright , and REST Assured for UI and API test automation.
Experience with TestNG or JUnit , object-oriented programming principles, and build tools such as Maven or Gradle .
Solid knowledge of software testing methodologies, including functional, regression, integration, system, smoke, and API testing.
Experience integrating automated testing into CI/CD pipelines using tools such as Jenkins, GitHub Actions, Git, and GitHub.
Strong SQL and database validation skills with the ability to validate data across backend systems.
Experience working in Agile/Scrum environments and collaborating with distributed, cross-functional teams.
Proven ability to analyze defects, troubleshoot test failures, and perform root cause analysis.
These will help you stand out
Experience supporting applications within the Banking & Financial Services (BFS) industry.
Hands-on experience using Postman for API testing and validation.
Experience designing hybrid, modular, keyword-driven, or data-driven automation frameworks.
Knowledge of automated test reporting, quality dashboards, and test metrics.
Experience supporting release management, production validation, and post-deployment verification activities.
The annual salary for this position is between $53,477 to 92,500 depending on experience and other qualifications of the successful candidate.
Benefits: Cognizant offers the following benefits for this position, subject to applicable eligibility requirements:
Long-term/Short-term Disability
Employee Stock Purchase Plan

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