Senior Playwright Automation QA

Senior Playwright Automation QA Key job details Job number: 00065658821 Travel required: No Job category: Technology & Engineering Location: Irving / United States Date published: Sep 23 2025 Employment type: Full-time About the role 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 2–3 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 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 2024) 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.