Lead Automation Test Engineer

Cognizant; City of Westminster; Hybrid; GBP 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading technology services provider is seeking an Automation Test Lead in Westminster. The role involves leading automation testing initiatives, mentoring team members, and ensuring quality delivery. Ideal candidates should have strong experience in automation testing, particularly with Playwright and C#. This position requires excellent problem-solving skills and the ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment. Join a dynamic team and experience a culture of innovation and collaboration.

Qualifications

• Good experience in Automation Testing is essential.
• Proven experience as a Test Lead is required.
• Wealth Management domain expertise is highly desired.

Responsibilities

• Lead automation testing initiatives and mentor team members.
• Design, develop, and maintain robust automation frameworks.
• Collaborate with stakeholders to ensure quality delivery.
• Drive continuous improvement in testing processes.
• Manage test planning, execution, and reporting.

Skills

Automation Testing

Leadership Skills

Problem-Solving

Communication

Organizational Skills

Tools

Playwright

C#

Jira

TestNG

Jenkins

Job description

Role will be part of our Quality Engineering & Assurance (QE&A) Practice. With more than 650 clients across industry verticals and a global footprint, Cognizant QE&A practice is a recognized thought leader in quality engineer and Assurance. As enterprises simplify, modernize and secure their legacy environments for the digital era, robust quality Engineering and assurance is essential. Quality takes an end-to-end connotation and must straddle both legacy and digital systems. Cognizant QE&A is reimagining QE&A, employing an end-to-end ecosystem approach with intelligent and automated QA processes. In so doing, increasing quality and speed to promote faster business and technology change, as well as a better customer experience.

The role requires working from office 3-4 days weeks.

Responsibilities

• Lead automation testing initiatives and mentor team members
• Design, develop, and maintain robust automation frameworks
• Collaborate with stakeholders to ensure quality delivery
• Drive continuous improvement in testing processes
• Manage test planning, execution, and reporting

Experience

• Good Experience in Automation Testing
• Proven experience as a Test Lead

Must-Have Skills

• Playwright with C# (mandatory)
• Wealth Management domain expertise
• Strong communication and leadership skills

Technical Skills

• Jira
• TestNG
• C#
• Jenkins
• Playwright

Key Attributes

• Excellent problem-solving skills
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment
• Strong organizational and time management skills

At Cognizant you will experience an exciting mix of innovation by design, creativity, collaboration, and efficiency within a framework of stimulating objectives and a passion for delivering the best to our customers.

You will be joining a network of some of the most creative, innovative, and dedicated people in the industry with ample opportunities to learn and develop your career.

Our Associates are chosen for their attitude, skills, knowledge, and enthusiasm but above all, their belief that anything is possible.

Cognizant is an equal opportunities employer, and we welcome all applications regardless of race, colour, gender, ethnic origin, nationality, religion or beliefs, disability, age, sexual orientation, political opinions, or trade union membership.

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