What are the responsibilities and job description for the Test Automation Lead/Test Manager position at Cognizant?
About The Role
As a Test Automation Lead/Test Manager, you will make an impact by designing and developing scalable, secure, and maintainable automation and Gen AI solutions. You will be a valued member of the Quality Engineering and Automation team and work collaboratively with cross-functional teams, stakeholders, and junior engineers to drive innovation and excellence in testing practices.
In This Role, You Will
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 4 days a week in a client or Cognizant office in Charlotte, NC. 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
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
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As a Test Automation Lead/Test Manager, you will make an impact by designing and developing scalable, secure, and maintainable automation and Gen AI solutions. You will be a valued member of the Quality Engineering and Automation team and work collaboratively with cross-functional teams, stakeholders, and junior engineers to drive innovation and excellence in testing practices.
In This Role, You Will
- Lead the design and development of test automation frameworks and solutions.
- Provide technical guidance and mentorship to junior team members.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to gather and analyze requirements.
- Develop and maintain Gen AI solutions, including integration with tools like Copilot.
- Conduct code reviews and ensure adherence to best practices and coding standards.
- Troubleshoot and resolve complex technical issues efficiently.
- Participate in architectural discussions and contribute to decision-making processes.
- Maintain comprehensive technical documentation for all projects.
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 4 days a week in a client or Cognizant office in Charlotte, NC. 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
- Strong experience in test automation using Java, Selenium, Gherkin, Git, and GitHub.
- Hands-on experience with Python-based automation frameworks.
- Proven experience in developing Gen AI solutions, including usage of Copilot.
- Solid understanding of Agile methodologies.
- Experience in client communication and stakeholder management.
- Ability to design and build robust automation frameworks from scratch.
- Strong problem-solving skills and ability to resolve complex technical issues.
- Passion for staying updated with emerging technologies and industry trends.
- Experience mentoring junior engineers and fostering a collaborative team environment.
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
cog2025