Senior QA Automation Engineer – Java & Playwright
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Senior QA Automation Engineer – Java & Playwright
Date published: Oct. 09 2026
Location: Toronto / Canada
Job category: Technology & Engineering
Work model: Hybrid
About the Role
As a Senior QA Automation Engineer – Java & Playwright, you will make an impact by developing scalable automation solutions and leading end-to-end testing activities for enterprise applications. You will be a valued member of the Quality Engineering team and work collaboratively with development teams, business stakeholders, and cross-functional partners to deliver reliable, high-quality solutions.
Responsibilities
- Design, develop, and maintain scalable automation frameworks using Java and modern software 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, functional validation, defect management, and delivery ownership.
- Implement test data management and automation best practices to improve test efficiency, reliability, and overall quality.
- Collaborate with development and business teams, contribute Insurance or Wealth Management domain expertise, and provide meaningful quality metrics and status updates to senior stakeholders.
Requirements
- At least six years of experience in software testing and test automation.
- Strong proficiency in Java, including Streams, Lambdas, Collections, and modern design patterns.
- Hands-on experience designing, developing, and maintaining Java-based automation frameworks.
- Strong experience using Playwright for UI automation, API testing, and backend validation.
- Strong manual testing capabilities, including test design, execution, functional validation, and defect lifecycle management.
- Experience with Git-based version control and CI/CD pipelines, along with a solid understanding of test data management and automation best practices.
- Proven ability to lead testing activities independently and drive deliverables through successful completion.
- Excellent communication, stakeholder-management, and collaboration skills, including experience producing QA metrics, status reports, and executive-level quality updates.
Nice to Have
- Domain knowledge in Insurance and/or Wealth Management.
- Working knowledge of Kafka, MongoDB, and AWS S3.
- Experience working in Agile or Scrum delivery environments.
- Exposure to enterprise-scale testing programs and digital transformation initiatives.
- Strong analytical, problem-solving, and leadership capabilities.
We Offer
- Total compensation: The base salary for this position ranges between CAD 80,000 – 110,000 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.
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.
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