Automation Test Engineer – Insurance/claims Domain

Automation Test Engineer – Insurance/Claims Domain

As an Automation Test Engineer – Insurance/Claims Domain, you will make an impact by leading the design and implementation of scalable test automation solutions across web, mobile, and API layers. You will be a valued member of the Quality Engineering and Assurance team and work collaboratively with developers, business analysts, and client stakeholders to ensure high-quality delivery in the insurance and claims domain.

In this role, you will:

• Lead the development and enhancement of automation frameworks across UI, web services, and mobile platforms.
• Analyze test results, identify defects, and collaborate with development teams to drive resolution.
• Build engineering metrics and root cause analysis reports to improve test effectiveness.
• Mentor and guide team members, fostering a culture of continuous learning and innovation.
• Implement DevOps-aligned automation strategies, integrating with CI/CD pipelines for continuous testing.
• Monitor testing progress and provide actionable insights and recommendations for improvement.

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 4 days a week in a client or Cognizant office in Charlotte, NC. Regardless of your working arrangement, we are here to support a healthy work-life balance through our various wellbeing programs.

What you need to have to be considered:

• 6 - 8 years of experience in automation testing across web, middleware, and database layers.
• Strong programming skills in Java with foundational knowledge of Java-Spring concepts.
• Hands-on experience with Selenium, Cucumber, Jenkins, GitHub, Maven, and JavaScript.
• Experience in the insurance or claims domain, including policy lifecycle and claims adjudication.
• Proven ability to lead automation teams and deliver client-focused solutions.
• Experience with test management tools such as Rally, ALM, and Jira.

This will help you stand out:

• Experience in building and implementing complex automation frameworks.
• Exposure to DevOps practices and continuous integration/testing environments.
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to build engineering metrics and RCA reports.
• Ability to mentor teams and drive innovation in test automation.
• Passion for staying updated with the latest testing trends and technologies.

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.

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

What we offer:

• The chance to work with impact.
• Ownership over your career.
• The opportunity to thrive on a high caliber team with heart.
• A comprehensive total rewards package, including a competitive salary and pension plan with matching contributions.
• Flexible health and financial benefits to support you and your eligible dependents —from day one.
• True work-life balance.

About us:

Cognizant is one of the world's leading professional services companies, transforming clients' business, operating, and technology models for the digital era. Our unique industry-based, consultative approach helps clients envision, build, and run more innovative and efficient businesses. Headquartered in the U.S., Cognizant (a member of the NASDAQ-100 and one of Forbes World's Best Employers 2025) is consistently listed among the most admired companies in the world. Learn how Cognizant helps clients lead with digital.

Other employment-related information:

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, provincial or local laws.

If you have a disability that requires reasonable accommodation to search for a job opening or submit an application, please email CareersNA2@cognizant.com with your request and contact information.

Language requirements vary depending on roles, but we ask that all candidates have basic English proficiency for company-wide communications purposes. For roles based in Quebec, professional English proficiency is required, as you'll deliver services to and collaborate with stakeholders outside the province who may not speak French.