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About the role

As a **Senior API automation QA with Playwright** , you will make an impact by designing and executing robust automated testing solutions for business-critical applications across web, mobile, and API platforms. You will be a valued member of the **Quality Engineering and Assurance** team and work collaboratively with cross-functional stakeholders including developers, product owners, and DevOps engineers.

In this role, you will:

+ Develop and maintain complex automated test scripts using Java, Selenium, Cucumber (BDD), TestNG, Gradle, and Jenkins

+ Contribute to framework creation and customization based on evolving project requirements

+ Perform test planning and estimation using TCP Estimation Methodology

+ Maintain and manage test artifacts and execution details in JIRA

+ Conduct root cause analysis (RCA) for production defects and failure analysis for mobile automation

+ Share daily status reports and provide Go/No-Go recommendations for production releases

+ Participate in Agile ceremonies including Scrum calls, backlog grooming, sprint planning, and retrospectives

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 client or Cognizant office in **Alpharetta, GA** . 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

+ 6 to 8 years of experience in Quality Assurance and Test Automation

+ Strong programming skills in Java

+ Hands-on experience with Selenium or Playwright for web automation

+ Experience with Appium for mobile automation

+ Proficiency in API automation using REST and Java

+ Practical experience with Gherkin syntax and Cucumber (BDD) frameworks

+ Familiarity with Agile methodology and DevOps practices including CI/CD integration

+ Excellent communication skills and ability to work effectively in a global team

+ Self-motivated and proactive problem solver with a growth mindset

These will help you stand out

+ Experience customizing automation frameworks for enterprise-level applications

+ Proven ability to perform failure analysis and identify automation feasibility

+ Strong understanding of test estimation methodologies

+ Experience in managing test artifacts in JIRA

+ Ability to provide strategic input on release readiness and quality metrics

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

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.

_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

Cognizant is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.