Senior Automation Test Engineer with Playwright Experience

Senior Automation Test Engineer With Playwright Experience

We are looking for a Senior Automation Test Engineer with strong expertise in Playwright automation skills to join our QEA team in a permanent role. You will be responsible for developing and completing automated tests, including integration/API tests and end-to-end testing to ensure robust quality coverage across our applications. This role is ideal for someone passionate about test automation, continuous improvement, and working in a fast-paced, collaborative Agile environment.

In this role, you will:

• Create end-to-end test scripts in TypeScript/JavaScript for modern frontend applications using Playwright tool.
• Architect scalable and reusable test automation frameworks using Selenium, Java, and TypeScript.
• Define, design, and implement automation testing strategies across web, API, and UI layers.
• Design and develop robust automated test scripts for web applications using Selenium with Java.
• Guide the team on best practices in test automation, continuous testing, and DevOps integration.
• Integrate automated tests into CI/CD pipelines using Azure DevOps.
• Collaborate with DevOps teams to configure and maintain test execution in Azure DevOps Pipelines.

Work model:

Hybrid: 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 client or Cognizant office in Washington DC. 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:

• Overall 8-12 years of experience in Selenium, Playwright, TypeScript, JavaScript, AzureDevOps.
• Proven expertise in developing automated tests using JavaScript and test frameworks like Playwright/Cypress.
• Strong programming skills in languages such as JavaScript or TypeScript.
• Must have 2+ years of strong hands-on experience on Playwright/Cypress for test automation along with experience in other automation tools frameworks such as Selenium.
• Minimum 5+ years of experience in automation (UI + API) automation, test automation framework development and test process implementation.
• Solid knowledge of API testing tools like Postman or REST Assured.
• Good knowledge of Agile/Scrum methodology.
• Experience with CI/CD tools like Jenkins, GitLab CI/CD, or Azure DevOps for automated test execution and integration.
• Ability to work both independently and help other team members.

This will help you stand out:

• Experience with banking domain is preferred.
• Having knowledge with SQL scripting for database testing and validation.
• LLM, GenAI Knowledge.

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 10/10/2025.

The annual salary for this position is between $95,000$110,000 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

What we offer:

• The chance to work with impact. Here, you're empowered to bring your biggest thinking to help our company and clients improve everyday life.
• Ownership over your career. Stay at the top of your game through our award-winning learning and development ecosystem. And when your ambitions change or we offer new opportunities, we help you pivot by providing reskilling, on-the-job learning, and guidance to find new roles that might be a better fit.
• The opportunity to thrive on a high-caliber team with heart. We celebrate each other's experiences and perspectives and promote a sense of belonging through our affinity groups and diversity and inclusion initiatives.
• A comprehensive total rewards package, including a competitive salary and pension plan with matching contributions.
• Flexible health and financial benefits to support you and your eligible dependents from day one.
• True work-life balance. Be at your best through paid time off, flexible work arrangements, volunteering opportunities, social events, and so much more.

About us:

Cognizant is one of the world's leading professional services companies, transforming clients' business, operating, and technology models for the digital era. Our unique industry-based, consultative approach helps clients envision, build, and run more innovative and efficient businesses. Headquartered in the U.S., Cognizant (a member of the NASDAQ-100 and one of Forbes World's Best Employers 2024) is consistently listed among the most admired companies in the world.

Other employment-related information:

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, provincial, 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 with your request and contact information.

Language requirements vary depending on roles, but we ask that all candidates have basic English proficiency for company-wide communications purposes. For roles based in Quebec, professional English proficiency is required, as you'll deliver services to and collaborate with stakeholders outside the province who may not speak French.