Senior SDET – Java & Selenium
Cognizant· enterprise· IT Services· Sep 28, 2026 · 1mo ago
Phoenix, Maryland, United States
In office
Full-time
Senior
$145K–$185K est.
6+ years exp
Job description
About the role
As a Senior SDET – Java & Selenium, you will make an impact by designing and implementing scalable automated testing solutions that improve software quality and accelerate application releases. You will be a valued member of the Quality Engineering team and work collaboratively with developers, business analysts, product owners, DevOps teams, and other stakeholders to deliver reliable applications across multiple platforms.
In this role, you will:
Design, develop, and execute automated tests using Java and Selenium for functional, integration, regression, and end-to-end testing.
Build and maintain reusable automation frameworks, test components, test data strategies, and quality engineering best practices.
Integrate automated test suites with CI/CD pipelines using tools such as Jenkins, GitHub Actions, or Azure DevOps to support continuous testing and faster releases.
Analyze test results, identify and document defects, and collaborate with development teams to support timely issue resolution.
Participate in test planning, requirement reviews, risk assessments, and continuous improvement initiatives to increase automation coverage, testing efficiency, and product quality.
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
6+ years of strong hands-on experience developing automated test solutions using Java and Selenium.
Experience designing, executing, and maintaining functional, integration, regression, and end-to-end automated tests.
Strong knowledge of test case design, test execution, defect analysis, and software testing best practices.
Experience creating and maintaining reusable test automation frameworks and managing test data for complex business workflows.
Ability to collaborate effectively with developers, business analysts, product owners, DevOps teams, and other cross-functional stakeholders.
These will help you stand out
Experience integrating automated test suites with CI/CD pipelines using Jenkins, GitHub Actions, Azure DevOps, or similar technologies.
Experience working in Agile or Scrum delivery environments.
Exposure to performance testing tools, practices, or frameworks.
Experience supporting applications within the healthcare industry.
Understanding of automation coverage, testing efficiency, defect trends, and other quality engineering metrics.
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.
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Benefits
Benefits detected in the listing.
Dental
Vision
401(K)
Paid Time Off
Parental Leave