> Markdown version of [/jobs/ext/3434722-senior-api-automation-engineer-aws-ai-testing](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/jobs/ext/3434722-senior-api-automation-engineer-aws-ai-testing). Every page supports `.md` or `Accept: text/markdown`. Links point to the HTML versions so they work for humans too. Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Senior API Automation Engineer (AWS & AI Testing) - **Company:** Cognizant Technology Solutions Corporation - **Location:** Saint Paul, MN, United States (Remote available) - **Experience:** Expert - **Salary:** $71,100.0 - $112,500.0 - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Testing (Software), Java (Programming Language), XML Schema, Artificial Intelligence, Amazon Web Services, Amazon S3, Automation of Tests, Backup Devices, Continuous Integration, Data Integration, Amazon DynamoDB, Github, JSON, Apache Maven, OAuth, Regression Testing, E2e Testing, JSON Web Token, SQL Databases, Testng, Extensible Markup Language (XML), Postman, Spring Cloud, GitHub Copilot, Generative AI, Git, Integration Tests, Cloudwatch, Api Gateway, Restful APIs, Api Management, QNXT, Docker, Jenkins, Microservices - **Published:** September 16, 2026 - **Apply:** https://dejobs.org/x/x/BCF1446FC8DC4D14BF839F8E9E474942/job/ ## About the Role 10+ years of experience in quality engineering, test automation, or software testing, with strong hands-on experience in API automation. Advanced experience developing API automation frameworks using Java, Rest Assured, TestNG, Maven, and Postman. Strong knowledge of REST APIs, microservices testing, JSON and XML validation, API contracts, schemas, OAuth, and JWT authentication. Experience integrating automated tests with Git, Jenkins or GitHub Actions, Docker, and CI/CD pipelines. Hands-on experience validating AWS-based applications and services , such as API Gateway, Lambda, ECS or EKS, S3, DynamoDB, and CloudWatch. Experience with SQL, backend database validation, integration testing, regression testing, and end-to-end testing. Experience using AI agents or generative AI tools , such as GitHub Copilot, Claude, OpenAI technologies, or Amazon Q, in testing or engineering workflows. These will help you stand out Experience designing agentic AI solutions, Model Context Protocol integrations, or self-healing test automation frameworks. Exposure to AWS Bedrock or other AI-powered testing solutions. Healthcare payer or provider domain experience. Knowledge of healthcare business functions such as claims, enrollment, utilization management, or care management. Experience working with healthcare platforms such as Facets or QNXT, along with an understanding of HIPAA-related requirements . 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 only meet the minimum requirements listed. Think about your transferable experiences and unique skills that make you stand out as someone who can bring new and exciting things to this role. ## Description As a Senior API Automation Engineer (AWS & AI Testing) , you will make an impact by designing scalable API automation solutions and advancing intelligent testing practices across cloud-native applications. You will be a valued member of the Quality Engineering team and work collaboratively with developers, architects, business teams, and other technology stakeholders to support high-quality software delivery. In this role, you will Design, develop, and maintain scalable API automation frameworks using Java, Rest Assured, TestNG, Maven, and Postman. Automate REST API validation across integration, regression, and end-to-end testing scenarios for microservices-based applications. Apply AI agents and generative AI tools to support test generation, intelligent validation, and self-healing automation capabilities. Validate API contracts, JSON and XML schemas, OAuth and JWT authentication, database integrations, and service responses. Integrate automated tests with CI/CD pipelines and AWS-based cloud-native applications, while collaborating with technical and business stakeholders to ensure quality delivery. 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 in Unites 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.