Test Automation Manager (P&C Insurance)

About the Position

About the role

As a Test Automation Manager (P&C Insurance), you will make an impact by leading the testing strategy and automation transformation for legacy applications, ensuring high-quality releases and continuous improvement. You will be a valued member of the QA leadership team and collaborate closely with onshore and offshore QA teams, development teams, and key business stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Define and implement comprehensive test strategies, plans, and automation roadmaps
• Lead end-to-end automation delivery for releases using UFT, Selenium, and modern frameworks
• Identify automation opportunities, define scope and coverage, and select tools/frameworks
• Manage test execution, defect lifecycle, and coordination with offshore QA teams
• Track and report testing progress, coverage, and results to stakeholders through dashboards and summaries

Requirements

• 10–15 years of QA experience with 5+ years in test automation leadership
• Hands-on expertise in UFT, Selenium/Playwright, API testing, CI/CD, and automation frameworks
• Strong experience in test planning, strategy, and defect management processes
• Domain expertise in Property & Casualty insurance, especially claims and claims processing
• Experience in database testing (Oracle/PLSQL) and strong SQL skills

Nice to Have

• Experience testing legacy applications, especially Progress-based desktop environments
• Expertise in UI and integration testing across complex enterprise systems
• Experience automating applications built on Progress or similar legacy technologies
• Proven ability to lead distributed teams (15–20 members across onshore/offshore)
• Strong communication, stakeholder management, and strategic leadership skills

We Offer

• Competitive salary between $71,100– $112,500 depending on experience and other qualifications
• Cognizant’s discretionary annual incentive program, based on performance
• 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

Work Model

We strive to provide flexibility wherever possible. Based on this role’s business requirements, this is a remote position open to qualified applicants within the United States. Regardless of your working arrangement, we are here to support a healthy work-life balance through our various wellbeing programs. The working arrangements for this role are accurate as of the date of posting. This may change based on the project you’re engaged in, as well as business and client requirements. Rest assured; we will always be clear about role expectations.

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 @cognizant.

Additional Information

• Application Deadline: Applications will be accepted until June 24, 2026.
• Compensation 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.
• Equal Opportunity Employer: 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.
• Reasonable Accommodation: 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.

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.