Mobile Automation Test Lead - iOS (XCUITest)

As a Mobile Automation Test Lead (iOS Focus), you will make an impact by driving high-quality mobile application delivery through scalable automation frameworks and robust testing strategies. You will be a valued member of the Quality Engineering & Assurance team and work collaboratively with developers, product owners, and DevOps teams to ensure seamless and reliable mobile experiences.

In this role, you will:

Design, build, and scale mobile test automation frameworks from scratch using tools such as XCUITest, Appium, or Espresso

Translate business requirements and user stories into efficient, reusable automated test scripts using languages such as Java, Python, or TypeScript

Manage and execute testing across a broad device matrix, including real devices, emulators, and simulators

Integrate automated test suites into CI/CD pipelines (e.g., Jenkins, GitHub Actions, GitLab) for continuous validation

Automate regression test suites and implement reporting dashboards using tools like Allure or ExtentReports

Drive best practices in mobile quality assurance, exploratory testing, and documentation

Work model

We believe flexibility is key to delivering our best work. Based on this role's business requirements, this position is open for Remote work and to qualified applicants in Hartford - CT. Regardless of your working arrangement, we are committed to supporting a healthy work-life balance through our 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.

8+ years of experience in mobile application testing with a strong focus on iOS testing

Hands-on expertise in mobile automation frameworks such as XCUITest, Appium , or Espresso

Strong programming skills with experience in Java, Python, or TypeScript, including exposure to Agentic AI-assisted development

Experience with integration testing for mobile apps, including tools such as Charles Proxy

Solid understanding of QA methodologies, exploratory testing, and test documentation practices

Experience integrating automation into CI/CD pipelines

These will help you stand out

Experience with Android testing and cross-platform automation

Knowledge of API test automation frameworks

Hands-on experience in accessibility (a11y) testing for mobile applications

Familiarity with emerging tools such as Maestro (YAML-based automation)

Strong collaboration and communication skills in agile environments

We're excited to meet people who share our mission and can make an impact in a variety of ways. Don't hesitate to apply-even if you don't meet every requirement. Your unique skills and experiences may be exactly what we're looking for.

The annual salary for this position is between $71,000 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

• Medical/Dental/Vision/Life Insurance

• Paid holidays plus Paid Time Off

• 401(k) plan and contributions