Test Automation lead

Test Automation Lead

As a Test Automation Lead, you will make an impact by driving end-to-end test planning, execution, and automation strategy to ensure high-quality software delivery. You will be a valued member of the Quality Engineering and Assurance team and work collaboratively with stakeholders, developers, and business analysts to deliver robust testing solutions. In this role, you will :

• Collaborate with stakeholders to understand project requirements and define testing scope.
• Develop comprehensive test strategies and plans, including test types, priorities, and timelines.
• Create detailed test cases and scenarios based on user stories and functional specifications.
• Develop automation scripts using Gherkin / Cucumber BDD frameworks.
• Assign test cases to team members and monitor test execution progress.
• Review test results, identify defects, and log them with clear reproduction steps.
• Manage test environments and test data.
• Conduct test reviews to ensure adherence to quality standards.
• Track and prioritize defects to ensure timely resolution.
• Generate comprehensive test reports summarizing results, metrics, and issues.

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.

What you need to have to be considered :

These will help you stand out :

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 : Applications will be accepted until 10 / 30 / 2025. The annual salary for this position is between [$53,477 $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 Cognizant is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.