Playwright QA Automation Engineer

About the Position

We are looking for an experienced Playwright QA Automation Engineer to join our QEA team. The ideal candidate will have hands-on expertise in automation frameworks, API and data validation, and AI-assisted automation. You will be responsible for designing, developing, and maintaining automated test frameworks and ensuring the quality and reliability of applications across UI and API layers.

Date published: Sept 18 2026

Location: Halifax, NS-6940 Mumford Rd / Canada

Job category: Technology & Engineering

Work model: Hybrid

Responsibilities

In this role, you will:

• Design, build, and maintain scalable end-to-end test automation frameworks using Playwright.
• Develop robust UI and API test suites to validate complex web applications, microservices, and backend integrations.
• Develop and maintain API testing strategies, validating integrations, functionality, security, and data accuracy.
• Analyze test results, identify defects, and work closely with developers to resolve issues.
• Identify opportunities to improve test coverage, automation efficiency, and overall QA processes.
• Troubleshoot automation failures and provide detailed test execution reports.
• Define, monitor, and report on key quality metrics, identifying opportunities for process improvement and risk reduction.

Requirements

• 6+ years of experience in QA Automation and Software Testing, with strong hands-on expertise in Playwright using TypeScript.
• Must have 3+ years in building hybrid or custom automation frameworks using Playwright (alongside proficiency in JavaScript, TypeScript, Python, or Java).
• Must have experience working in agile teams using BDD, Cucumber, Github action, and Jenkins.
• Proven experience developing and maintaining automated testing frameworks and test suites.
• Strong practical experience validating REST APIs, microservices, and handling payloads/JSON schemas.
• Experience integrating automated testing into CI/CD pipelines and software delivery processes.

Nice to Have

• Insurance domain experience is an added advantage.
• Should work and support on-shore offshore model.

We Offer

• Total compensation: The base salary for this position ranges between CAD 65,000 – 90,000 per year. This position is also eligible for Cognizant’s discretionary annual performance-based bonus, as well as benefits that support your physical, mental, and financial wellbeing.
• Flexible working arrangements.
• Opportunities to explore new technologies, industries, and locations.

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 enable 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.

Additional employment information: Compensation information is accurate as of the date of this posting. Cognizant reserves the right to modify this information at any time, subject to applicable law.

Applicants may be required to attend interviews in person or by video conference. In addition, candidates may be required to present their current state or government-issued ID during each interview.

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, state, or local laws.

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