Job Title: Lead Quality Engineer (Sr. Tester)
Location: Hybrid | India
Experience Required: 5+ years
Employment Type: Full-Time
Industry: Software Testing | Automation | QA Engineering
Job Summary
Cognizant is seeking a skilled and experienced Lead Quality Engineer (Sr. Tester) with a strong background in both front-end and back-end automation testing. The ideal candidate will possess deep knowledge of Python scripting, Selenium, Pytest, and RESTful API testing using tools like Postman, Katalon, or JMeter. This hybrid position requires a proactive team player with solid communication skills and hands-on experience in agile environments.
Key Responsibilities
Design, develop, and execute automated test scripts using Python in IDEs like PyCharm or IDLE.
Conduct front-end (UI) and back-end (API) automation testing with at least 5 years of experience.
Utilize Pytest and Selenium WebDriver to test UI features and ensure application quality.
Implement automated testing into the CI/CD pipelines to streamline release cycles.
Perform RESTful API testing using tools such as Postman, Katalon, or JMeter.
Write complex SQL queries and interact with various types of relational and NoSQL databases.
Collaborate within Agile Scrum teams, participating in sprint planning, stand-ups, and retrospectives.
Work with version control systems like Git to manage source code and testing scripts.
Utilize JSON for data validation and API interaction.
Manage test cases, track defects, and ensure transparency using Jira, Rally, or ServiceNow.
Leverage AWS services like Lambda, DynamoDB, Step Functions, and S3 in the QA workflow.
Contribute to test strategy, planning, and continuous improvement in test automation practices.
Qualifications
Minimum of 5+ years of experience in test automation (UI and API).
Strong hands-on experience with Python, Pytest, Selenium WebDriver, and JSON.
Experience with CI/CD test automation, including integration into pipelines.
Knowledge of REST APIs, SQL, and database technologies.
Familiarity with AWS tools such as Lambda, DynamoDB, Step Functions, and S3.
Experience using project management and defect tracking tools such as Jira, Rally, or ServiceNow.
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
Excellent communication and collaboration skills.
The Cognizant Community
At Cognizant, we nurture a high-caliber team of professionals who value support, innovation, and inclusivity. Join a culture where you’ll be appreciated, empowered, and provided with opportunities to thrive in a collaborative, high-performance environment.
