Sr. Automation developer-Onsite

Cognizant; Lynchburg (VA); On-site; USD 104,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical/Dental/Vision/Life Insurance

401(k) plan and contributions

Paid holidays plus Paid Time Off

Long-term/Short-term Disability

Paid Parental Leave

Employee Stock Purchase Plan

Job summary

Cognizant is seeking a dedicated Test Lead in Lynchburg, VA with 9 to 14 years of experience. The ideal candidate will have expertise in Test Automation, DevOps, Python, Appium, Ansible, Shell Script, Manual Testing and GIT, and be prepared to work from the office on day shifts with no travel.

You will design and execute test plans, analyze results, integrate DevOps practices, create robust Python scripts, and collaborate with development teams to ensure quality and compliance with company

Qualifications

• 9–14 years of experience in software testing/QA.
• Expertise in test automation and DevOps practices.
• Experience with Python, Appium, Ansible, Shell scripting and Git.

Responsibilities

• Lead both test automation and manual testing efforts.
• Develop and execute comprehensive test plans to ensure quality.
• Analyze test results and report to stakeholders for informed decisions.
• Integrate DevOps practices to streamline testing and delivery timelines.
• Create robust Python scripts and enhance testing frameworks.
• Use Appium for mobile testing to ensure quality user experiences.
• Collaborate with development teams to identify and resolve defects.

Skills

Test Automation

DevOps

Manual Testing

GIT

Python

Appium

Shell Script

Ansible

Tools

Python

Appium

Ansible

Shell Script

Git

Job description

Job Summary

We are seeking a dedicated Test Lead with 9 to 14 years of experience to join our team. The ideal candidate will have expertise in Test Automation DevOps Python Appium Ansible Shell Script Manual Testing and GIT. Experience in Customer Premises Equipment is a plus. This role requires working from the office during day shifts with no travel required.

Responsibilities

• Conduct both Test Automation and Manual Testing to validate software performance and reliability.
• Develop and execute comprehensive test plans to ensure software quality and functionality.
• Analyze test results and provide detailed reports to stakeholders for informed decision-making.
• Integrate DevOps practices to streamline testing processes and improve delivery timelines.
• Use Python to create robust test scripts and enhance testing frameworks.
• Leverage Appium for mobile application testing to ensure seamless user experiences.
• Collaborate with development teams to identify and resolve defects in a timely manner.
• Utilize GIT for version control and manage code repositories effectively.
• Implement Shell Scripts to automate repetitive testing tasks and improve efficiency.
• Apply Ansible for configuration management and deployment automation.
• Work closely with cross-functional teams to ensure alignment on project goals and deliverables.
• Maintain up-to-date knowledge of industry trends and best practices in software testing.
• Ensure compliance with company standards and regulatory requirements in all testing activities.

About Cognizant's IoT Practice:

Intelligent, IoT-enabled products will soon result in the proliferation of data and disrupt virtually all industries. To be successful, both large and small companies must leverage IoT capabilities by designing modern products that fundamentally connect people with processes. Within Cognizant IOT, we engineer industry-aligned, IoT-enabled products that merge industry needs with human drivers. Our intelligent products will revolutionize experiences and result in exciting, transformative outcomes. Without human-centered thinking, connected products are just standalone things but our modern connected products facilitate a unified way of life enjoyed by all.

*Please note, this role is not able to offer visa transfer or sponsorship now or in the future*

• Applications will be accepted until Sep 30, 2026

Compensation & Benefits

$104,000- $130,000 per year + Cost of Living Allowance

Bonus + Comprehensive Benefits

Additional Information

• Onsite role
• Visa sponsorship is not available now or in the future. Candidates requiring sponsorship will not be considered.

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