Job description

About the role As a Senior SDET – Playwright & Selenium Test Automation , you will make an impact by designing and implementing scalable test automation solutions that improve software quality, accelerate release cycles, and support continuous delivery. You will be a valued member of the Quality Engineering team and work collaboratively with Business Analysts, Developers, Product Owners, DevOps teams, and other stakeholders to ensure comprehensive test coverage and high-quality application delivery. In this role, you will: Design, develop, and maintain automated test frameworks using Playwright, Selenium for web application testing. Build and execute functional, integration, regression, and end-to-end test automation solutions across multiple applications and platforms. Integrate automated test suites with CI/CD pipelines to enable continuous testing and support faster, more reliable releases. Analyze test results, identify defects, and partner with development teams to drive timely defect resolution. Improve automation coverage, framework reusability, testing efficiency, and quality metrics through continuous process improvements. Work Model We strive to provide flexibility wherever possible. Based on this role’s business requirements, this is a Remote position open to qualified applicants in the United States . 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 7+ years of strong hands-on experience with Playwright and/or Selenium test automation . Proficiency in Java for test automation framework development and maintenance. Experience with automation tools such as AccelQ, Cypress, and Cucumber. Strong understanding of functional, regression, integration, and end-to-end testing methodologies. Experience in test case design, execution, defect management, and quality assurance best practices. These will help you stand out Experience integrating automation frameworks with CI/CD tools such as Jenkins, GitHub Actions, or Azure DevOps. Knowledge of API testing and service validation. Experience working in Agile/Scrum delivery environments. Exposure to performance testing tools and methodologies. Experience within the Healthcare domain. 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 • 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* 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.

Requirements

Must-haves

Design, develop, and maintain automated test frameworks using Playwright, Selenium for web application testing.
Build and execute functional, integration, regression, and end-to-end test automation solutions across multiple applications and platforms.
Integrate automated test suites with CI/CD pipelines to enable continuous testing and support faster, more reliable releases.
Analyze test results, identify defects, and partner with development teams to drive timely defect resolution.
Improve automation coverage, framework reusability, testing efficiency, and quality metrics through continuous process improvements.
What you need to have to be considered
7+ years of strong hands-on experience with Playwright and/or Selenium test automation .
Proficiency in Java for test automation framework development and maintenance.
Experience with automation tools such as AccelQ, Cypress, and Cucumber.
Strong understanding of functional, regression, integration, and end-to-end testing methodologies.
Experience in test case design, execution, defect management, and quality assurance best practices.
These will help you stand out
Experience integrating automation frameworks with CI/CD tools such as Jenkins, GitHub Actions, or Azure DevOps.
Knowledge of API testing and service validation.
Experience working in Agile/Scrum delivery environments.
Exposure to performance testing tools and methodologies.
Experience within the Healthcare domain.
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.

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Benefits

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Dental

Vision

401(K)

Paid Time Off

Parental Leave