Confirmed on the employer's own hiring board on Oct 13, 2026. First seen by Alion on Oct 13, 2026. Cognizant scores B on the Alion truth index.
Automation QA Engineer
Cognizant is looking for an experienced Automation QA Engineer to develop and maintain automated testing solutions across business-critical applications.
Key Responsibilities
Develop and maintain API, UI, and end-to-end automated tests.
Enhance the shared .NET-based automation framework.
Perform database validations and business process automation.
Maintain Azure DevOps pipelines, reporting, and test artefacts.
Ensure traceability between requirements, tests, and defects.
Investigate and manage defects identified through automation.
Participate in code reviews, documentation, and Agile ceremonies.
Required Skills & Experience
Strong software engineering background with expertise in an object-oriented language.
Experience building and maintaining automation frameworks for API and UI testing.
Solid understanding of OOP principles, design patterns, and test design.
Knowledge of SQL, database testing, CI/CD pipelines, and source control.
Experience working in Agile environments.
Strong analytical skills and excellent English communication.
Preferred Skills
C#/.NET, NUnit, Playwright, RestSharp, PostgreSQL.
Azure DevOps (Boards, Test Plans, Repos, Pipelines).
Gherkin/BDD and Allure reporting.
Scrum or SAFe experience.
Interest in AI-assisted quality engineering.

