Senior Playwright Automation QA

Senior Playwright Automation QA

As a Senior Playwright Automation QA, you will make an impact by designing and implementing robust test automation frameworks for UI and API testing using Playwright. You will be a valued member of the Quality Engineering and Assurance team and work collaboratively with onshore and offshore teams, business stakeholders, and technical leads to ensure high-quality software delivery.

In this role, you will:

• Develop automation frameworks for UI and API testing from scratch using Playwright with JavaScript/TypeScript and Cucumber BDD.
• Set up CI/CD pipelines and integrate manual scripts into automated workflows.
• Lead functional, regression, and automation testing efforts across projects.
• Host business walkthroughs to review test artifacts and coordinate with offshore teams.
• Guide offshore teams on technical issues related to automation frameworks and processes.
• Participate in requirement sessions and technical design reviews.
• Provide daily status updates, issue tracking, and roadblock reporting to stakeholders.

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 23 days a week in a client or Cognizant office in Richardson, TX. 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:

• 8+ years of experience in software quality assurance, including leading QA efforts in an onshore/offshore model.
• Strong understanding of SDLC and testing methodologies (Agile, Waterfall).
• Ability to perform Automation, Functional and Regression Testing.
• Proven experience in manual and automated testing.
• Hands-on experience building test automation frameworks from scratch for UI and API using Playwright, JavaScript/TypeScript, and Cucumber BDD.
• Experience with API testing tools like Postman and SoapUI.
• Expertise in setting up CI/CD integrations from scratch.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively across teams.

These will help you stand out:

• Experience in the healthcare PBM domain.
• Familiarity with cloud platforms and microservices architecture.
• Exposure to B2C authentication mechanisms.
• Ability to drive technical discussions and mentor offshore teams.
• Strong stakeholder management and reporting skills.

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.

Work Authorization

Cognizant will only consider applicants for this position who are legally authorized to work in the United States without company sponsorship.

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.

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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.