Senior Automation Quality Engineer with Power...
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Job description
As a Senior Automation Quality Engineer , you will make an impact by driving quality assurance and automation initiatives across supply chain and logistics systems. You will be a valued member of a cross-functional delivery team, working closely with business, development, and operations stakeholders to ensure reliable, scalable, and high-quality enterprise solutions.
In this role, you will:
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Analyze functional and technical requirements to design effective test scenarios, with a strong focus on system integrations and data flow mapping
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Develop and execute test strategies and test plans aligned with project and business goals
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Lead automation testing initiatives using Power Automate, UiPath, and API/Web Services automation tools
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Define and maintain automation frameworks and reusable testing assets
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Perform database validation using PL/SQL to ensure data accuracy and integrity
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Provide test estimations, support proof-of-concept activities, and contribute to project planning
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Lead defect triage discussions, track quality metrics, and ensure timely issue resolution
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Collaborate with onsite and offshore teams, ensuring seamless communication and delivery
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Engage directly with customers and stakeholders to provide updates, insights, and recommendations
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Mentor junior team members and support overall team effectiveness
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 client or Cognizant office in Parsippany, New Jersey . Regardless of your working arrangement, we support a healthy work-life balance through our wellbeing programs.
The working arrangements for this role are accurate as of the date of posting and may evolve due to business or client needs. We will always communicate expectations clearly.
Requirements
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5+ years of overall Quality Engineering or testing experience in enterprise environments
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Strong domain knowledge in Supply Chain Management and Logistics
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Minimum 5+ years of hands-on experience with Microsoft Power Automate
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Minimum 3+ years of hands-on experience with UiPath automation
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Experience with automation testing for APIs and web services
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Solid understanding of test strategy, test planning, and defect management processes
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Working knowledge of PL/SQL for database validation
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Experience using Azure DevOps / Team Foundation Server or similar ALM tools
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Hands-on experience coordinating with onsite and offshore teams
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Strong communication, analytical, and problem-solving skills
These will help you stand out
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Experience working in Agile delivery environments
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Prior responsibility for team leadership or test coordination
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Exposure to automation framework design and optimization
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Strong customer-facing experience in complex delivery programs
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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
Benefits & conditions
The annual salary for this position is between $71,100 to 112,500 depending on experience and other qualifications of the successful candidate.
This position is also eligible for Cognizant's discretionary annual incentive program, based on performance and subject to the terms of Cognizant's applicable plans.
Benefits: Cognizant offers the following benefits for this position, subject to applicable eligibility requirements:
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
Disclaimer: The salary, other compensation, and benefits 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.