Senior QA Automation Engineer with AI Exp.

About the role

As a Senior QA Automation Engineer with AI Exp., you will make an impact by leading automation testing efforts across multiple Agile teams, ensuring robust quality assurance practices and high-performing software solutions. You will be a valued member of the QEA team and work collaboratively with developers, product owners, and offshore teams to support enterprise-level initiatives.

In this role, you will:

· Partner with product and business stakeholders to understand and validate business requirements.

· Collaborate with developers to test and verify that solutions meet functional expectations.

· Define testing strategies, manage QA team activities, and lead test planning, execution, and reporting.

· Communicate testing progress, results, and risks to relevant stakeholders.

· Work closely with Agile teams including development, product management, and operations.

· Assist in troubleshooting technical issues related to testing.

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 3 days a week in a Cognizant office located in Hartford, CT. 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 hands-on testing experience in automation (Selenium).

· Understanding of AI concepts and the non-deterministic nature of testing.

· 5+ years of experience leading and representing QA across multiple scrum teams.

· Strong experience in Agile methodologies, preferably SAFe.

· Excellent communication and collaboration skills.

· Experience working in onshore/offshore support models.

· Proven leadership skills with the ability to motivate teams and resolve conflicts.

This will help you stand out

· Experience with Salesforce testing.

· Background in healthcare domain projects.

· Familiarity with enterprise-level QA tools and automation frameworks.

· Ability to adapt quickly in a fast-paced Agile environment.

· Passion for continuous improvement and innovation in QA practices.

We’re excited to meet professionals 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. Think about your transferable experiences and unique skills that make you stand out.

Salary and Other Compensation:

Applications will be accepted until 10/10/2025.

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.

Work Authorization

Cognizant will only consider applicants for this position who are legally authorized to work in the United States without company sponsorship (H-1B, L-1B, L-1A, etc.)

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