GenAI Automation Architect

Cognizant; Charlotte (NC); Hybrid; USD 140,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Paid time off

401(k) plan

Disability insurance

Parental leave

Employee stock purchase plan

Job summary

Cognizant is seeking a GenAI Automation Architect to lead enterprise-wide quality engineering transformation through advanced test automation, Generative AI, and program leadership. You will collaborate with business stakeholders, delivery leaders, architects, and technology teams to accelerate innovation and improve software quality outcomes.

The role informs automation-first strategies across UI, API, mobile, and database testing, leverages large language models and AI-assisted automation, and

Qualifications

• 18+ years of software testing and quality engineering experience.
• 10+ years of program and project management experience.
• Proven experience driving test automation transformation.
• Hands-on knowledge of Generative AI technologies (LLMs, prompt engineering, Copilot).
• Experience managing executive and C-level stakeholder communications, strategic planning, budgets, risks, and delivery execution.

Responsibilities

• Lead automation-first quality engineering strategies across large-scale programs.
• Design and implement scalable automation architectures for UI, API, Mobile, and Database testing.
• Drive adoption of Generative AI-powered testing solutions.
• Partner with senior stakeholders to align quality strategies with enterprise transformation.
• Lead program planning, execution, governance, and delivery oversight.

Skills

Quality engineering

Automation leadership

Program management

Stakeholder comms

Generative AI

Tools

GitHub Copilot

Claude

AI platforms

Job description

About the Role

As a GenAI Automation Architect, you will make an impact by driving enterprise-wide quality engineering transformation through advanced test automation, Generative AI, and program leadership. You will be a valued member of the Quality Engineering team and work collaboratively with business stakeholders, delivery leaders, architects, and technology teams to accelerate innovation and improve software quality outcomes.

In This Role, You Will:

• Lead automation-first quality engineering strategies and transformation initiatives across large-scale programs.
• Design and implement scalable automation architectures spanning UI, API, Mobile, and Database testing.
• Drive adoption of Generative AI-powered testing solutions using large language models, prompt engineering techniques, and AI-assisted automation practices.
• Partner with senior business and technology stakeholders to align quality engineering strategies with enterprise transformation objectives.
• Lead program planning, execution, governance, risk management, and delivery oversight to ensure successful project outcomes.

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 4 days per 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

• 18+ years of experience in software testing and quality engineering with deep expertise in test methodologies, frameworks, and enterprise testing practices.
• 10+ years of program and project management experience leading large, complex technology initiatives.
• Proven experience driving test automation transformation and establishing automation-first delivery models.
• Hands‑on knowledge of Generative AI technologies, including large language models, prompt engineering, GitHub Copilot, Claude, or similar AI‑assisted development platforms.
• Strong experience managing executive and C‑level stakeholder communications, strategic planning, governance, budgets, risks, and delivery execution.

These Will Help You Stand Out

• Experience implementing AI‑driven testing solutions using GPT, Claude, Gemini, Llama, or similar platforms.
• Expertise in CI/CD quality engineering practices and DevOps‑driven testing strategies.
• Experience leading large‑scale change management and enterprise technology adoption initiatives.
• Strong background in quality engineering transformation consulting and organizational modernization.
• General Insurance domain experience.

We're excited to meet people who share our mission and can make an impact in a variety of ways. 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.

Benefits

• 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