%3Cp class=%22MsoNormal%22%3E%3Cstrong%3EJob Summary%3C/strong%3E%3C/p%3E%3Cp class=%22MsoNormal%22%3EWe are seeking a %3Cstrong%3ESenior QA Automation Engineer - Playwright %26amp; Selenium%3C/strong%3E to join our Quality Engineering team supporting critical financial applications. The ideal candidate will have strong experience in test automation, API testing, functional validation, and data verification, with a passion for delivering high-quality software in Agile environments. This role will be responsible for designing, executing, and maintaining automated and manual test solutions while collaborating closely with developers, business analysts, and stakeholders to ensure application quality, reliability, and performance throughout the software development lifecycle.%3C/p%3E%3Cp class=%22MsoNormal%22%3E%3Ci%3E*Please note, this role is not able to offer visa transfer or sponsorship now or in the future*%3C/i%3E%3C/p%3E%3Cp class=%22MsoNormal%22%3E%26nbsp;%3C/p%3E%3Cp class=%22MsoNormal%22%3E%3Cstrong%3EAbout the Role%3C/strong%3E%3C/p%3E%3Cp class=%22MsoNormal%22%3EAs a %3Cstrong%3ESenior QA Automation Engineer - Playwright %26amp; Selenium%3C/strong%3E, you will play a key role in validating enterprise applications by developing and executing comprehensive test strategies across functional, integration, regression, and end-to-end testing efforts. You will leverage modern automation frameworks, perform API and database validation, support continuous testing initiatives, and contribute to improving quality engineering practices across projects.%3C/p%3E%3Cp class=%22MsoNormal%22%3EWorking within an Agile team, you will partner with cross-functional stakeholders to identify defects, validate system integrations, support User Acceptance Testing (UAT), and ensure applications meet business and quality requirements. This is an excellent opportunity for a quality-focused engineer who enjoys combining automation expertise with strong analytical and problem-solving skills to deliver reliable solutions for business-critical systems.%3C/p%3E%3Cp class=%22MsoNormal%22%3E%26nbsp;%3C/p%3E%3Chr%3E%3Cp class=%22MsoNormal%22%3E%3Cstrong%3EIn This Role, You Will%3C/strong%3E%3C/p%3E%3Cp class=%22MsoNormal%22%3E%26nbsp;%3C/p%3E%3Cul style=%22margin-top:0in;%22 type=%22disc%22%3E%3Cli class=%22MsoNormal%22 style=%22color:black;mso-list:l0 level1 lfo2;tab-stops:list .5in;%22%3E%3Cspan style=%22mso-fareast-font-family:%26quot;Times New Roman%26quot;;mso-ligatures:none;%22%3E%26nbsp;Design, execute, and maintain functional, regression, integration, system, and end-to-end test cases for web-based and business-critical applications.%3C/span%3E%3C/li%3E%3Cli class=%22MsoNormal%22 style=%22color:black;mso-list:l0 level1 lfo2;tab-stops:list .5in;%22%3E%3Cspan style=%22mso-fareast-font-family:%26quot;Times New Roman%26quot;;mso-ligatures:none;%22%3EDevelop and maintain UI automation test scripts using Playwright with TypeScript/JavaScript and Selenium WebDriver with Java.%3C/span%3E%3C/li%3E%3Cli class=%22MsoNormal%22 style=%22color:black;mso-list:l0 level1 lfo2;tab-stops:list .5in;%22%3E%3Cspan style=%22mso-fareast-font-family:%26quot;Times New Roman%26quot;;mso-ligatures:none;%22%3EBuild reusable automation components using appropriate framework patterns such as Page Object Model (POM), fixtures, reusable utilities, and data-driven testing.%3C/span%3E%3C/li%3E%3Cli class=%22MsoNormal%22 style=%22color:black;mso-list:l0 level1 lfo2;tab-stops:list .5in;%22%3E%3Cspan style=%22mso-fareast-font-family:%26quot;Times New Roman%26quot;;mso-ligatures:none;%22%3EAutomate critical business workflows and regression scenarios to improve test coverage, repeatability, and execution efficiency.%3C/span%3E%3C/li%3E%3Cli class=%22MsoNormal%22 style=%22color:black;mso-list:l0 level1 lfo2;tab-stops:list .5in;%22%3E%3Cspan style=%22mso-fareast-font-family:%26quot;Times New Roman%26quot;;mso-ligatures:none;%22%3EPerform cross-browser UI validation and troubleshoot automation failures, locator issues, synchronization/wait conditions, and application changes.%3C/span%3E%3C/li%3E%3Cli class=%22MsoNormal%22 style=%22color:black;mso-list:l0 level1 lfo2;tab-stops:list .5in;%22%3E%3Cspan style=%22mso-fareast-font-family:%26quot;Times New Roman%26quot;;mso-ligatures:none;%22%3EPerform API functional and integration testing using tools/frameworks such as Postman, REST Assured, Playwright API testing, or similar technologies.%3C/span%3E%3C/li%3E%3Cli class=%22MsoNormal%22 style=%22color:black;mso-list:l0 level1 lfo2;tab-stops:list .5in;%22%3E%3Cspan style=%22mso-fareast-font-family:%26quot;Times New Roman%26quot;;mso-ligatures:none;%22%3EDevelop automated API tests to validate request/response payloads, HTTP status codes, headers, authentication, error handling, and backend integration flows.%3C/span%3E%3C/li%3E%3Cli class=%22MsoNormal%22 style=%22color:black;mso-list:l0 level1 lfo2;tab-stops:list .5in;%22%3E%3Cspan style=%22mso-fareast-font-family:%26quot;Times New Roman%26quot;;mso-ligatures:none;%22%3EExecute data validation using SQL queries to verify data accuracy, integrity, transformation, and consistency between UI, APIs, and backend databases.%3C/span%3E%3C/li%3E%3Cli class=%22MsoNormal%22 style=%22color:black;mso-list:l0 level1 lfo2;tab-stops:list .5in;%22%3E%3Cspan style=%22mso-fareast-font-family:%26quot;Times New Roman%26quot;;mso-ligatures:none;%22%3EIntegrate automated UI and API tests with CI/CD pipelines using Jenkins, Azure DevOps, or similar tools to support continuous testing.%3C/span%3E%3C/li%3E%3Cli class=%22MsoNormal%22 style=%22color:black;mso-list:l0 level1 lfo2;tab-stops:list .5in;%22%3E%3Cspan style=%22mso-fareast-font-family:%26quot;Times New Roman%26quot;;mso-ligatures:none;%22%3EAnalyze automated test execution results, identify failures, troubleshoot issues, and publish clear test execution and automation reports.%3C/span%3E%3C/li%3E%3Cli class=%22MsoNormal%22 style=%22color:black;mso-list:l0 level1 lfo2;tab-stops:list .5in;%22%3E%3Cspan style=%22mso-fareast-font-family:%26quot;Times New Roman%26quot;;mso-ligatures:none;%22%3ECollaborate with business analysts, developers, and stakeholders during User Acceptance Testing (UAT) and release validation activities.%3C/span%3E%3C/li%3E%3Cli class=%22MsoNormal%22 style=%22color:black;mso-list:l0 level1 lfo2;tab-stops:list .5in;%22%3E%3Cspan style=%22mso-fareast-font-family:%26quot;Times New Roman%26quot;;mso-ligatures:none;%22%3EIdentify, document, track, retest, and verify defects through resolution using Jira, Azure DevOps, or similar defect-management tools.%3C/span%3E%3C/li%3E%3Cli class=%22MsoNormal%22 style=%22color:black;mso-list:l0 level1 lfo2;tab-stops:list .5in;%22%3E%3Cspan style=%22mso-fareast-font-family:%26quot;Times New Roman%26quot;;mso-ligatures:none;%22%3EValidate system integrations and ensure application stability across multiple environments.%3C/span%3E%3C/li%3E%3Cli class=%22MsoNormal%22 style=%22color:black;mso-list:l0 level1 lfo2;tab-stops:list .5in;%22%3E%3Cspan style=%22mso-fareast-font-family:%26quot;Times New Roman%26quot;;mso-ligatures:none;%22%3EDevelop and maintain test plans, test scenarios, test cases, automation suites, test data, traceability, and test execution reports.%3C/span%3E%3C/li%3E%3Cli class=%22MsoNormal%22 style=%22color:black;mso-list:l0 level1 lfo2;tab-stops:list .5in;%22%3E%3Cspan style=%22mso-fareast-font-family:%26quot;Times New Roman%26quot;;mso-ligatures:none;%22%3EParticipate in Agile ceremonies including sprint planning, backlog refinement, daily stand-ups, sprint reviews, and retrospectives.%3C/span%3E%3C/li%3E%3Cli class=%22MsoNormal%22 style=%22color:black;mso-list:l0 level1 lfo2;tab-stops:list .5in;%22%3E%3Cspan style=%22mso-fareast-font-family:%26quot;Times New Roman%26quot;;mso-ligatures:none;%22%3EWork closely with development teams to identify appropriate candidates for automation and support shift-left testing and continuous quality engineering practices.%3C/span%3E%3C/li%3E%3Cli class=%22MsoNormal%22 style=%22color:black;mso-list:l0 level1 lfo2;tab-stops:list .5in;%22%3E%3Cspan style=%22mso-fareast-font-family:%26quot;Times New Roman%26quot;;mso-ligatures:none;%22%3EEnsure compliance with established QA standards, automation best practices, and software development lifecycle processes.%3C/span%3E%3C/li%3E%3C/ul%3E%3Cp class=%22MsoListParagraph%22 style=%22mso-list:l0 level1 lfo2;tab-stops:list .5in;text-indent:-.25in;%22%3E%3Cspan style=%22font-family:Symbol;font-size:10.0pt;%22%3E%3Cspan style=%22line-height:115%;mso-bidi-font-family:Symbol;mso-bidi-font-size:12.0pt;mso-bidi-font-weight:bold;mso-fareast-font-family:Symbol;mso-list:Ignore;%22%3E·%3C/span%3E%3Cspan style=%22font:7.0pt %26quot;Times New Roman%26quot;;line-height:115%;mso-bidi-font-family:Symbol;mso-bidi-font-size:12.0pt;mso-bidi-font-weight:bold;mso-fareast-font-family:Symbol;mso-list:Ignore;%22%3E%26nbsp;%26nbsp;%26nbsp;%26nbsp;%26nbsp;%26nbsp; %3C/span%3E%3C/span%3E%3Cspan style=%22color:black;%22%3E%3Cspan style=%22mso-fareast-font-family:%26quot;Times New Roman%26quot;;mso-ligatures:none;%22%3ESupport functional and automated testing activities for financial and business-critical applications, with a strong focus on quality, reliability, and production readiness.%3C/span%3E%3C/span%3E%3C/p%3E%3Cp class=%22MsoNormal%22%3E%3Cstrong%3EWork Model%3C/strong%3E%3C/p%3E%3Cp class=%22MsoNormal%22%3EWe 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 though our various wellbeing programs.%3C/p%3E%3Cp class=%22MsoNormal%22%3E%3Ci%3E*Please note, this role is not able to offer visa transfer or sponsorship now or in the future*%3C/i%3E%3C/p%3E%3Chr%3E%3Cp class=%22MsoNormal%22%3E%3Cstrong%3ERequired Qualifications%3C/strong%3E%3C/p%3E%3Cp class=%22MsoListParagraphCxSpFirst%22 style=%22line-height:normal;margin-bottom:0in;mso-add-space:auto;mso-list:l1 level1 lfo3;tab-stops:list .5in;text-indent:-.25in;%22%3E%3Cspan style=%22font-family:Symbol;font-size:10.0pt;%22%3E%3Cspan style=%22mso-bidi-font-family:Symbol;mso-bidi-font-size:12.0pt;mso-fareast-font-family:Symbol;mso-list:Ignore;%22%3E·%3C/span%3E%3Cspan style=%22font:7.0pt %26quot;Times New Roman%26quot;;mso-bidi-font-family:Symbol;mso-bidi-font-size:12.0pt;mso-fareast-font-family:Symbol;mso-list:Ignore;%22%3E%26nbsp;%26nbsp;%26nbsp;%26nbsp;%26nbsp;%26nbsp; %3C/span%3E%3C/span%3E%3Cspan style=%22mso-fareast-font-family:%26quot;Times New Roman%26quot;;%22%3EBachelor%27s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Engineering, or a related field.%3C/span%3E%3C/p%3E%3Cp class=%22MsoListParagraphCxSpMiddle%22 style=%22line-height:normal;margin-bottom:0in;mso-add-space:auto;%22%3E%26nbsp;%3C/p%3E%3Cp class=%22MsoListParagraphCxSpLast%22 style=%22line-height:normal;margin-bottom:0in;mso-add-space:auto;mso-list:l1 level1 lfo3;tab-stops:list .5in;text-indent:-.25in;%22%3E%3Cspan style=%22font-family:Symbol;font-size:10.0pt;%22%3E%3Cspan style=%22mso-bidi-font-family:Symbol;mso-bidi-font-size:12.0pt;mso-fareast-font-family:Symbol;mso-list:Ignore;%22%3E·%3C/span%3E%3Cspan style=%22font:7.0pt %26quot;Times New Roman%26quot;;mso-bidi-font-family:Symbol;mso-bidi-font-size:12.0pt;mso-fareast-font-family:Symbol;mso-list:Ignore;%22%3E%26nbsp;%26nbsp;%26nbsp;%26nbsp;%26nbsp;%26nbsp; %3C/span%3E%3C/span%3E%3Cspan style=%22mso-fareast-font-family:%26quot;Times New Roman%26quot;;%22%3EMinimum 7 years of experience in Software Quality Assurance and Testing.%3C/span%3E%3C/p%3E%3Cp class=%22MsoNormal%22 style=%22line-height:normal;margin-bottom:0in;%22%3E%26nbsp;%3C/p%3E%3Cp class=%22MsoListParagraph%22 style=%22line-height:normal;margin-bottom:0in;mso-add-space:auto;mso-list:l1 level1 lfo3;tab-stops:list .5in;text-indent:-.25in;%22%3E%3Cspan style=%22font-family:Symbol;font-size:10.0pt;%22%3E%3Cspan style=%22mso-bidi-font-family:Symbol;mso-bidi-font-size:12.0pt;mso-fareast-font-family:Symbol;mso-list:Ignore;%22%3E·%3C/span%3E%3Cspan style=%22font:7.0pt %26quot;Times New Roman%26quot;;mso-bidi-font-family:Symbol;mso-bidi-font-size:12.0pt;mso-fareast-font-family:Symbol;mso-list:Ignore;%22%3E%26nbsp;%26nbsp;%26nbsp;%26nbsp;%26nbsp;%26nbsp; %3C/span%3E%3C/span%3E%3Cspan style=%22mso-fareast-font-family:%26quot;Times New Roman%26quot;;%22%3EExperience working in Agile development environments.%3C/span%3E%3C/p%3E%3Cp class=%22MsoNormal%22 style=%22line-height:normal;margin-bottom:0in;%22%3E%26nbsp;%3C/p%3E%3Cp class=%22MsoListParagraph%22 style=%22mso-list:l1 level1 lfo3;tab-stops:list .5in;text-indent:-.25in;%22%3E%3Cspan style=%22font-family:Symbol;font-size:10.0pt;%22%3E%3Cspan style=%22line-height:115%;mso-bidi-font-family:Symbol;mso-bidi-font-size:12.0pt;mso-fareast-font-family:Symbol;mso-list:Ignore;%22%3E·%3C/span%3E%3Cspan style=%22font:7.0pt %26quot;Times New Roman%26quot;;line-height:115%;mso-bidi-font-family:Symbol;mso-bidi-font-size:12.0pt;mso-fareast-font-family:Symbol;mso-list:Ignore;%22%3E%26nbsp;%26nbsp;%26nbsp;%26nbsp;%26nbsp;%26nbsp; %3C/span%3E%3C/span%3E%3Cspan style=%22mso-fareast-font-family:%26quot;Times New Roman%26quot;;%22%3EStrong analytical, troubleshooting, and communication skills.%3C/span%3E%3C/p%3E%3Cdiv class=%22MsoListParagraph%22 style=%22mso-list:l1 level1 lfo3;tab-stops:list .5in;text-align:center;text-indent:-.25in;%22%3E%3Cspan style=%22font-family:Symbol;font-size:10.0pt;%22%3E%3Cspan style=%22line-height:115%;mso-bidi-font-family:Symbol;mso-bidi-font-size:12.0pt;mso-fareast-font-family:Symbol;mso-list:Ignore;%22%3E·%3C/span%3E%3C/span%3E%26nbsp;%3C/div%3E%3Chr%3E%3Cp class=%22MsoNormal%22%3E%3Cstrong%3EAdditional Information%3C/strong%3E%3C/p%3E%3Cp class=%22MsoNormal%22%3EWe welcome applicants who share our mission and can make an impact in a variety of ways. Even if you don’t meet every listed requirement, we encourage you to apply. Consider your transferable experience and unique skills that may bring fresh perspective to the role.%3C/p%3E%3Chr%3E%3Cp class=%22MsoNormal%22%3E%3Cstrong%3ESalary and Other Compensation%3C/strong%3E:%3C/p%3E%3Cp class=%22MsoNormal%22%3EApplications will be accepted until November 1%3Csup%3Est%3C/sup%3E , 2026.%3C/p%3E%3Cp class=%22MsoNormal%22%3EThe annual salary for this position is between %2450,000 - %2492,500 depending on the experience and other qualifications of the successful candidate.%3C/p%3E%3Cp class=%22MsoNormal%22%3EThis position is also eligible for Cognizant’s discretionary annual incentive program and stock awards, based on performance and subject to the terms of Cognizant’s applicable plans.%3C/p%3E%3Cp class=%22MsoNormal%22%3E%3Cstrong%3EBenefits%3C/strong%3E: Cognizant offers the following benefits%26nbsp;for this position, subject to applicable eligibility requirements:%3C/p%3E%3Cp class=%22MsoNormal%22%3E%26nbsp;%3C/p%3E%3Cul style=%22margin-top:0in;%22 type=%22disc%22%3E%3Cli class=%22MsoNormal%22 style=%22mso-list:l2 level1 lfo1;tab-stops:list .5in;%22%3EMedical/Dental/Vision/Life Insurance%3C/li%3E%3Cli class=%22MsoNormal%22 style=%22mso-list:l2 level1 lfo1;tab-stops:list .5in;%22%3EPaid holidays plus Paid Time Off%3C/li%3E%3Cli class=%22MsoNormal%22 style=%22mso-list:l2 level1 lfo1;tab-stops:list .5in;%22%3E401(k) plan and contributions%3C/li%3E%3Cli class=%22MsoNormal%22 style=%22mso-list:l2 level1 lfo1;tab-stops:list .5in;%22%3ELong-term/Short-term Disability%3C/li%3E%3Cli class=%22MsoNormal%22 style=%22mso-list:l2 level1 lfo1;tab-stops:list .5in;%22%3EPaid Parental Leave%3C/li%3E%3Cli class=%22MsoNormal%22 style=%22mso-list:l2 level1 lfo1;tab-stops:list .5in;%22%3EEmployee Stock Purchase Plan%3C/li%3E%3C/ul%3E%3Cp class=%22MsoNormal%22%3E%26nbsp;%3C/p%3E%3Cp class=%22MsoNormal%22%3E%3Cstrong%3EDisclaimer:%26nbsp;%3C/strong%3EThe 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.%3C/p%3E%3Cp class=%22MsoNormal%22%3E%26nbsp;%3C/p%3E%3Cp class=%22MsoNormal%22%3E%26nbsp;%3C/p%3E
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Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, IT, or related field; 7+ years QA and testing experience; Agile experience; strong analytical and communication skills; no visa sponsorship available.
Key Responsibilities
- designing test cases
- developing automation scripts
- executing API tests
Skills & Tools
Playwright, Selenium WebDriver, TypeScript, JavaScript, Java, Postman, REST Assured, SQL, Jenkins, Azure DevOps, Jira
Job Details
- Category: Software Development
- Seniority: Senior Level
- Commitment: Full Time
- Workplace: Remote — United States
- Salary: USD 50,000 – 92,500 / year
- Languages: English
Benefits
- 401k matching
- Generous paid time off
- Retirement plan
- Generous parental leave
About Cognizant
A global technology company providing digital solutions and services. — Industry: Information Technology