Senior QA Automation Engineer

In this role, you will:

· Design, develop, and maintain automation frameworks using Java, Cucumber, and Gherkin.

· Create and execute API automation test scripts for microservices-based applications.

· Develop reusable automation utilities and testing components that support scalable and maintainable quality engineering practices.

· Perform end-to-end, regression, integration, and system testing across multiple applications and platforms.

· Collaborate with cross-functional teams to analyze requirements, participate in Agile ceremonies, validate business workflows, and support defect resolution efforts

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 Newark, New Jersey. 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

· 5-8 years of experience in QA

· Strong experience in QA Automation and test framework development.

· Hands-on experience with Java, Cucumber, and Gherkin (BDD).

· Proven expertise in API Automation Testing.

· Experience testing microservices-based applications and distributed systems.

· Ability to create test strategies, test scenarios, and test cases while executing functional, regression, integration, and system testing.

· Experience working in Agile environments with participation in sprint planning, backlog grooming, and defect triage activities.

These will help you stand out

· Experience with database testing, backend data validation, and data ingestion testing.

· Knowledge of the Insurance domain and related business processes.

· Experience developing reusable automation utilities and framework components.

· Strong analytical and troubleshooting skills for identifying, documenting, and tracking defects.

· Excellent communication and collaboration skills with technical and business stakeholders.