Senior Automation Tester

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Role Overview

We are looking for a highly skilled Senior Automation Tester to join our team and ensure the delivery of high-quality software solutions. The ideal candidate will have strong expertise in test planning, execution, automation, and API testing, with experience in Agile methodologies and CI/CD environments. This role requires excellent analytical skills, attention to detail, and the ability to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams.

Key Responsibilities

Test Planning & Design:
• Develop comprehensive test plans and strategies aligned with project requirements.
• Design detailed test cases covering functional, integration, and regression scenarios.

Test Execution & Reporting:
• Execute manual and automated tests, ensuring complete coverage and accuracy.
• Perform API testing and validate system integration across multiple platforms.
• Document and report test results, highlighting defects and risks.

Automation Framework Development:
• Develop and modify automation frameworks to support evolving project needs.
• Enhance existing frameworks for scalability, maintainability, and performance.

Release & CI/CD Support:
• Assess release readiness and participate in CI/CD deployment cycles.
• Collaborate with DevOps teams to ensure smooth and timely releases.

Agile Practices:
• Participate in Agile ceremonies (Daily Stand-ups, Sprint Planning, Retrospectives).
• Contribute to PI Planning and provide accurate Agile test estimations.

Defect Management:
• Lead defect triage sessions, prioritize fixes, and ensure timely resolution.
• Maintain defect logs and communicate status updates to stakeholders.

Stakeholder Engagement:
• Work closely with product owners, developers, and business analysts to clarify requirements and ensure quality standards.

Required Skills & Qualifications:

• Certifications: ISTQB or equivalent.
• Testing Expertise: API Testing, Automation & Manual Testing.
• Programming & Tools:
• Java, JUnit, Mockito, WireMock, Selenium, Cucumber, OpenPOJO, RestAssured, PACT.
• Jira, Confluence, Bitbucket, Maven, Jenkins, IntelliJ.

Desired Skills
Docker, Kubernetes, Kibana, Dynatrace, Grafana, SonarQube, Swagger.

Soft Skills
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.
• Ability to work independently and mentor junior testers.

The Cognizant community:
We are a high caliber team who appreciate and support one another. Our people uphold an energetic, collaborative and inclusive workplace where everyone can thrive.

• Cognizant is a global community with more than 300,000 associates around the world.
• We don't just dream of a better way - we make it happen.
• We take care of our people, clients, company, communities and climate by doing what's right.
• We foster an innovative environment where you can build the career path that's right for you.

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 2025) is consistently listed among the most admired companies in the world. Learn how Cognizant helps clients lead with digital at www.cognizant.com

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, state or local laws.

Disclaimer:
Compensation 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.

Applicants may be required to attend interviews in person or by video conference. In addition, candidates may be required to present their current state or government issued ID during each interview.