Automation Test Lead (Playwright with Java)

About the Position

We are seeking a highly skilled Automation Test Lead with 8+ years of experience in test automation, quality assurance, and test leadership. The ideal candidate should possess strong expertise in Java-based automation framework development, modern automation tools, and manual testing practices, along with the ability to independently drive testing activities and collaborate effectively with business and technology stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and maintain scalable automation frameworks using Java and modern design principles.
• Build and execute automated test suites for UI, API, and backend validation using Playwright and related technologies.
• Lead end-to-end testing activities, including test planning, execution, defect management, and delivery ownership.
• Manage test data and implement automation best practices to improve test efficiency and reliability.
• Collaborate closely with development teams, business stakeholders, and cross-functional teams to ensure quality deliverables.
• Produce meaningful QA status reports, metrics, and quality dashboards for senior leadership.
• Drive functional discussions with business teams and contribute domain expertise within Insurance and/or Wealth Management.
• Support CI/CD implementation and source code management using Git-based workflows.

Requirements

• 8+ years of experience in Software Testing and Test Automation.
• Strong proficiency in Java, including Streams, Lambdas, Collections, and modern design patterns.
• Hands-on experience in Java-based automation framework development.
• Must have 3+ years of strong experience with Playwright for UI automation, API testing, and backend validation.
• Solid understanding of test data management and automation best practices.
• Experience with Git, version control systems, and CI/CD pipelines.
• Strong manual testing skills, including test design, execution, functional validation, and defect lifecycle management.
• Proven ability to lead testing efforts independently and drive deliverables to successful completion.
• Excellent communication, stakeholder management, and collaboration skills.
• Experience creating QA metrics, status reports, and executive-level quality updates.

Nice to Have

• Domain knowledge in Insurance and/or Wealth Management is highly preferred.
• Working knowledge of Kafka, MongoDB, and AWS S3.

We Offer

• Competitive salary ranging between CAD 90,000 – 110,000 per year.
• Cognizant’s discretionary annual performance-based bonus.
• Comprehensive benefits that support your physical, mental, and financial wellbeing.

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, ON. Regardless of your working arrangement, we are here to support a healthy work-life balance through our various wellbeing programs.

About the Company

Cognizant (Nasdaq: CTSH) is an AI Builder and technology services provider, bridging the gap between AI investment and enterprise value by building full-stack AI solutions for our clients. Our deep industry, process, and engineering expertise enables us to build an organization’s unique context into technology systems that amplify human potential, drive tangible outcomes, and keep global enterprises ahead in a fast-changing world. See how at cognizant.ai or follow us on Twitter.

Things to Know Before You Apply

• Work authorization: Cognizant will only consider applicants for this position who are legally authorized to work in Canada without requiring employer sponsorship, now or at any time in the future.
• Accommodations: If you have a disability that requires reasonable accommodation to search for a job opening or submit an application, please email [email protected] with your request and contact information.
• AI in hiring: We use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to help us screen and assess applications more efficiently. Our team performs additional human review and ultimately decides who moves forward in our hiring process.
• Open position: Unless otherwise stated, this job posting is for an open position on our team.
• Language proficiency: We ask that all candidates have basic English proficiency for company-wide communications purposes. For roles based in Quebec, professional English proficiency is required, as you’ll deliver services to and collaborate with stakeholders outside the province who may not speak French.
• Inclusion: Cognizant is an equal opportunity employer. Your application and candidacy will not be considered based on race, color, sex, religion, creed, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, provincial, or local laws.