Senior Automation Test Engineer with Generative AI experience

About the Position

Senior Automation Test Engineer with Generative AI experience

We are seeking a Senior Automation Test Engineer with Generative AI experience to modernize testing strategies and enhance quality engineering practices. You will be a valued member of the Quality Engineering team and work collaboratively with software engineers, product teams, and DevOps stakeholders to ensure high-quality, scalable, and reliable solutions.

Responsibilities

Lead quality engineering efforts across multiple projects, with a strong focus on automation and continuous testing.
Design, implement, and optimize automated test solutions for web, mobile, and backend services.
Apply Generative AI techniques to improve test coverage, defect detection, and overall testing efficiency.
Use advanced prompt engineering to automate workflows, generate test scenarios, and enhance productivity.
Troubleshoot complex technical issues, analyze results, and continuously improve test reliability and scalability.

Requirements

5–7 years of professional experience in software quality engineering, with experience driving automation initiatives.
Strong proficiency in Python to support a highly technical SDET and automation environment.
Hands-on experience automating functional and integration testing for web applications, mobile applications, and backend services.
Solid understanding of QA automation frameworks, testing methodologies, processes, and tools.
Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field.

Nice to Have

Experience using Generative AI to enhance testing or quality engineering practices.
Working knowledge of Java and/or Swift in test automation scenarios.
Practical experience with prompt engineering to enable automation and AI-driven solutions.
Strong communication skills, with the ability to explain complex technical concepts to diverse audiences.
A mindset focused on innovation, continuous learning, and staying current with emerging AI and testing trends.

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 per week in a Cognizant office in Austin, Texas. Regardless of your working arrangement, we are here to support a healthy work-life balance through our various wellbeing programs.

We Offer

Salary: Between $53,477 to 92,500 annually depending on experience and other qualifications.
Benefits:
- Medical/Dental/Vision/Life Insurance
- Paid holidays plus Paid Time Off
- 401(k) plan and contributions
- Long-term/Short-term Disability
- Paid Parental Leave
- Employee Stock Purchase Plan

About the Company

Cognizant (Nasdaq: CTSH) is an AI Builder and technology services provider, building the bridge 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, realize tangible returns and keep global enterprises ahead in a fast-changing world. See how at www.cognizant.com or @cognizant.

Application Information

Applications will be accepted until May 30th, 2026. Cognizant will only consider applicants for this position who are legally authorized to work in the United States without company sponsorship. Please note, this role is not able to offer visa transfer or sponsorship now or in the future.

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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