Jobs · Management · North Carolina

Automation Test Manager – UI/API & GenAI

Cognizant · Charlotte, NC · 5 days ago
HybridManagementFull-time

About The Role

As an Automation Test Manager – UI/API & GenAI, you will make an impact by leading the design, development, and implementation of scalable test automation solutions that enhance software quality and accelerate delivery. You will be a valued member of the Quality Engineering team and work collaboratively with business stakeholders, development teams, architects, and quality engineering professionals to drive automation excellence.

Responsibilities

  • Lead the design, development, and implementation of robust UI and API test automation solutions.
  • Design, build, and maintain scalable automation frameworks using industry best practices.
  • Provide guidance and mentor junior team members.
  • Collaborate with cross-functional stakeholders to gather requirements and deliver high-quality testing solutions.
  • Conduct code reviews and ensure adherence to coding standards, quality processes, and automation best practices.
  • Troubleshoot and resolve complex automation and testing challenges in a timely manner.
  • Participate in architecture and design discussions to ensure quality is embedded throughout the software development lifecycle.
  • Drive continuous improvement initiatives by leveraging emerging technologies, including Generative AI solutions.
  • Develop and maintain technical documentation, automation standards, and reusable test assets.
  • Partner with business and technology stakeholders to support successful project delivery and quality outcomes.

Requirements

  • Extensive experience in test automation using Java, Selenium, Gherkin, Git, GitHub, and Python.
  • Strong experience designing and implementing UI and API automation testing solutions.
  • Experience working with Generative AI solutions, including Microsoft Copilot and Claude.
  • Strong understanding of Agile methodologies and modern software development practices.
  • Experience leading automation initiatives and providing technical mentorship to engineering teams.
  • Proven client communication, stakeholder management, and collaboration skills.
  • Ability to analyze complex technical challenges and implement scalable, maintainable solutions.
  • Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Information Technology, or a related field, or equivalent experience.

Qualifications

  • Experience with CI/CD pipelines and DevOps practices.
  • Experience working in large-scale enterprise transformation programs.
  • Knowledge of quality engineering best practices and test strategy development.
  • Experience integrating AI-powered capabilities into testing processes.
  • Relevant automation, quality engineering, or cloud certifications.

Skills

  • Experience with Generative AI solutions, including Microsoft Copilot and Claude.
  • Strong understanding of Agile methodologies and modern software development practices.
  • Experience leading automation initiatives and providing technical mentorship to engineering teams.
  • Proven client communication, stakeholder management, and collaboration skills.
  • Ability to analyze complex technical challenges and implement scalable, maintainable solutions.

Benefits

  • 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

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