About the role:

We are looking for a skilled Playwright Test Automation Engineer to join our QEA team in a permanent role. You will be responsible for developing and maintaining automated test scripts using Playwright. This role involves automating tests for user interfaces and APIs, collaborating with development teams, and integrating automated tests into continuous integration (CI/CD) pipelines.

Work Location: McLean, VA (5 days onsite)

What you need to have to be considered:

• Must have 6 to 10 years of hands-on SDET experience in Java, Selenium, Cucumber, Jenkins, Maven and Gradle with strong expertise in Playwright.
• Must have 2+ years of strong hands-on experience on Playwright for test automation along with experience in other automation tools frameworks such as Selenium.
• Strong knowledge of JavaScript or TypeScript for writing automated tests with Playwright.
• Should have experience of building test automation frameworks from scratch.
• Solid experience with backend API testing and automation (REST/SOAP APIs).
• Have technical knowledge and understanding of Java concepts.
• Good knowledge of Agile/Scrum methodology.
• Should be able to work independently and help other team members.

These will help you stand out:

• Experience with banking domain.
• Experience with test frameworks such as JUnit, TestNG, Mocha, Jest, or PyTest.

Work model:

At Cognizant, we strive to provide flexibility wherever possible, and we are here to support a healthy work-life balance though our various wellbeing programs. Based on this role’s business requirements, this is an onsite position requiring 5 days a week in a client or Cognizant office in McLean, VA.
Note: 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.

In this role, you will:

• Design, develop, and maintain automated test scripts using Playwright for web applications across multiple browsers (Chrome, Firefox, Safari).
• Automate functional, regression, integration, and end-to-end tests for web applications to ensure robust quality assurance.
• Create and implement scalable, maintainable, and reusable automation frameworks for automated testing.
• Track test metrics such as pass rate, flakiness, and execution time and present improvements to the team during sprint reviews.
• Conduct code reviews and provide feedback to team members.
• Publish automation reports and track automation progress from backlog items.
• Integrate automated tests into the CI/CD pipeline for continuous testing and faster delivery cycles.
• Participate in Agile/Scrum ceremonies including sprint planning, estimations, and retrospectives.
• Collaborate closely with developers and quality assurance teams to enhance the overall testing process and provide fast, reliable, and comprehensive test coverage.

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.

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 2025) 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.

If you have a disability that requires reasonable accommodation to search for a job opening or submit an application, please email CareersNA2@cognizant.com with your request and contact information.

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.