IT & Software

Automation Tester

Cognizant

London · England · United Kingdom

We are seeking a Automation Tester with strong expertise in Java programming, test automation framework development, CI/CD, SQL, and API/service-level testing. The ideal candidate should be capable of owning quality end-to-end and working effectively within a cross-functional Agile environment.

Responsibilities

  • Design, develop, and maintain test automation frameworks using Java and Playwright.
  • Write clean, reusable, maintainable, and testable automation code following OOP and good engineering practices.
  • Develop and execute automated test cases for functional and end-to-end testing.
  • Perform API and service-level testing to validate application functionality and integrations.
  • Integrate automated tests into CI/CD pipelines using GitLab, Jenkins, or similar tools.
  • Implement and support continuous testing practices within the development lifecycle.
  • Perform SQL-based data validation, test data creation, and data analysis.
  • Identify, analyze, and troubleshoot defects and test failures.
  • Own quality activities end-to-end, ensuring effective test coverage and quality standards.
  • Collaborate with developers, product teams, and other stakeholders in a cross-functional Agile environment.
  • Contribute to improving automation coverage, testing processes, and overall engineering practices.

Required Skills

  • Strong hands‑on experience in Java programming.
  • Good understanding of Object-Oriented Programming (OOP) and clean, testable code.
  • Proven experience in designing and building test automation frameworks.
  • Hands‑on experience with Playwright.
  • Strong understanding of quality control/quality assurance practices and end‑to‑end quality ownership.
  • Hands‑on experience with CI/CD and Continuous Testing, particularly GitLab, Jenkins, or similar tools.
  • Strong SQL skills, including data validation, test data creation, and analysis.
  • Experience in API/service‑level testing.

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Reference: WJ-766_21992367

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