About the Role
As a Test Lead / SDET (AI Testing) , you will make an impact by driving AI-led quality engineering transformation and accelerating product delivery through optimized testing strategies. You will be a valued member of the Quality Engineering team and collaborate with agile squads, developers, product owners, and engineering leadership.
In This Role, You Will
Assess existing agile teams and design strategies to reduce QA cycle time and enable faster product releases
Leverage Agentic AI testing solutions for test case generation, automation scripting, impact analysis, and regression optimization
Integrate AI capabilities across manual and automated testing processes, including modernization of existing frameworks
Drive adoption of tools such as Playwright and GitHub Copilot in test automation workflows
Measure, articulate, and promote the ROI and business value of AI-driven testing solutions across agile teams
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 across the United States, with a base alignment to Indianapolis, IN. 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 based on project and business needs.
What You Need to Have to Be Considered
Hands-on experience with Playwright, GitHub, and GitHub Actions
Strong proficiency in API testing
Proven experience with Agentic AI solutions (e.g., GitHub Copilot, Devin, or equivalent platforms)
Experience leading or influencing test strategy and QA transformation initiatives
Ability to work in agile environments and collaborate across cross-functional teams
These Will Help You Stand Out
Experience in AI-driven test automation frameworks and accelerators
Strong understanding of CI/CD pipelines and DevOps integration
Knowledge of test data management and reporting automation
Experience optimizing regression suites and test coverage
Ability to communicate technical concepts and ROI t o business stakeholders
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 some of the requirements. Your unique skills and experiences could make you the perfect fit.
Salary and Other Compensation:
Applications will be accepted until June 19, 2026.
The annual salary for this position is between $71,100- $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
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
Cognizant is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.
