About the Position

As an AI Test Automation Lead, you will lead AI-powered Quality Engineering and test automation solutions, including developing testing strategies and frameworks, integrating testing into CI/CD pipelines, validating AI behavior and integrations, and promoting responsible AI practices across complex insurance and retirement systems.

Responsibilities

Create and maintain test cases for prompt-driven applications, AI agents, RAG systems, and workflow orchestration platforms
Design, build, and maintain automated test frameworks for AI applications and services
Develop automated evaluation pipelines to assess AI responses, workflows, and model behavior
Drive automation-first quality strategy and lead automation solutions across programs
Design scalable automation architectures spanning UI, API, Mobile, and Database layers
Develop and implement GenAI-powered solutions for automated test design, code generation, execution, and defect analysis
Test AI agents, copilots, APIs, workflow engines, MCP integrations, and tool-calling capabilities
Leverage AI and ML tools to enhance test coverage, improve efficiency, and reduce regression cycles
Leverage GitHub Copilot and Claude to enable AI-assisted automation and enforce CI/CD quality gates
Integrate automated AI and regression test suites into CI/CD pipelines to support continuous integration and rapid model updates
Collaborate with cross-functional teams and mentor engineers on GenAI, Agentic AI, automation, model deployment, and AI safety best practices

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 3 days a week in a client or Cognizant office in Toronto or Kitchener location. Regardless of your working arrangement, we are here to support a healthy work-life balance through our various wellbeing programs.

Requirements

10+ years of Quality Engineering experience covering functional, API, integration, and automation testing with a dedicated focus on AI testing and validation
3+ years in AI/ML systems testing; expert proficiency in AI/ML testing frameworks, MLOps, CI/CD integration, and programming (Python, Java)
Hands-on GitHub Copilot and Claude experience to enable AI-assisted automation and enforce CI/CD quality gates
Hands-on experience with AI platforms and prompt engineering
Ability to work independently, have the capability to lead a team and engage with senior business and technology stakeholders

Nice to Have

Exposure to Life Insurance, Retirement domain

We Offer

Competitive salary ranging between CAD 90,000 – 117,000 per year
Cognizant’s discretionary annual performance-based bonus
Benefits that support your physical, mental, and financial wellbeing

About the Company

Cognizant (NASDAQ: CTSH) is an AI Builder and a digital services company developing comprehensive AI solutions that maximize investments for real results. Its deep expertise in business, process, and technology allows it to embed the unique context of each organization’s systems and technology from engineering to production at scale. Its goal: to improve team efficiency, create value, and enable large enterprises to remain competitive in a rapidly changing world. For more information: cognizant.ai or @cognizant.

Additional Information

Work Authorization: Cognizant will only consider candidates for this position who are legally authorized to work in Canada without the need for employer sponsorship, now or in the future.
Accommodation Measures: If you have a disability that requires reasonable accommodation to apply for a job, please email [email protected] with your request and contact information.
AI in Our Recruitment Process: We use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to sort and evaluate applications efficiently. Our team then reviews the applications and decides who moves to the next step.
Job Opening: Unless otherwise stated, this position is currently open and we are looking to fill it.
Language Requirements: We require all candidates to have a basic knowledge of English to facilitate internal communications. For positions in Quebec, the ability to communicate effectively in English is required as you will be providing services to and collaborating with English-speaking stakeholders located outside the province.
Inclusion: Cognizant is an equal opportunity employer. Your application and record will not be reviewed based on race, color, sex, religion, beliefs, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, provincial, or local laws.

Benefits

Our benefits program is designed with you in mind-so you can enjoy a balanced, healthy, and fulfilling life.

Financial Well-being

We regularly review market data to ensure that compensation reflects the value you bring. Your benefits go beyond salary and may include pension plans with matching contributions, financial training, and more.

Physical and Mental Well-being

We encourage you to prioritize your well-being with paid time off, flexible work where possible, health care plans, clinical counseling, our mental health alliance program, and more.

Your Career, Your Way

With more than 350,000 roles at Cognizant, you’ll have the opportunity to explore new technologies, new industries, and new locations-and develop the skills you need to advance your career.

Making a Real Impact

Think about the brands you rely on every day. Chances are, they also rely on us to strengthen their business. Here, you’ll turn bold ideas into solutions that improve people’s lives around the world.

Your Journey to Cognizant

Here’s what you can expect from our recruitment process. Please note that it may vary depending on the role and location. Check our FAQ for more information.

Step 1: Find Your Role and Apply

Find an open position that matches your skills and career goals, then show us why you’re the perfect fit for that role. If no positions match your profile right now, please join our talent community.

Step 2: Talk to a Recruiter

If one of our recruiters determines that you’re a good fit for the role, they’ll contact you to set up a short conversation to better understand your background and skills.

Step 3: Showcase Your Talent

If you and our team want to move forward, you’ll meet with our hiring team. Some roles may also require technical assessments and/or client interviews.

Step 4: Final Decision

Our team will then review each candidate’s potential to succeed in the role. This step may take some time as we want to make the right decision-but you can count on us to keep you informed.

Cognizant is a great choice for those who want to help make the world better, as we create solutions with leading technology partners to solve complex challenges for our clients.

Brigitte Roy

Director of Strategic Alliances

I am supported by inspiring leaders who encourage me to grow in my career through training, industry conferences, and internal mobility opportunities. I am proud of my journey here.

Rahul Sathe

Principal Product Architect – Insurance

From my first day at Cognizant, I felt like I belonged. I was listened to and encouraged to challenge ideas-and that’s still the case today.

Dr. Amita Oppal Gill

Sales Leader

Cognizant has one of the best learning ecosystems. Between company-funded certifications, training platforms, and mentorship, we have everything we need to grow our careers.

Debashish Mishra

SAP MM Developer

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