Senior QA Automation Lead – Commerce & COTS

About the role

As a Senior QA Automation Lead – Commerce & COTS, you will make an impact by driving quality engineering excellence across commerce platforms through strategic test planning, hands-on automation, and strong team leadership. You will be a valued member of a cross-functional delivery team and work collaboratively with product owners, developers, architects, and client stakeholders to ensure reliable, scalable, and high-quality solutions.

In this role, you will:

• Lead testing strategy and execution for core commerce and COTS-based solutions, ensuring high-quality integrations and platform stability
• Drive accountability and execution excellence while mentoring and managing testing teams
• Design, develop, and maintain automated test frameworks using Selenium, Java, Cucumber, and RestAssured
• Oversee test execution, defect management, and quality metrics to ensure delivery against business goals
• Partner closely with clients and internal teams to advance a customer-centric and quality-first mindset

Work model

At Cognizant, we strive to provide flexibility wherever possible, and we are here to support a healthy work-life balance though our various wellbeing programs. Based on this role’s business requirements, this is an onsite position in a client or Cognizant office in Katy, TX.

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.

What you need to have to be considered

• Strong experience in test leadership with hands-on expertise in Selenium, Java, Cucumber, and RestAssured
• Experience testing COTS commerce platforms and configurable product-based solutions
• Proven ability to lead and manage testing teams while driving excellence
• Solid understanding of core commerce platforms and workflows
• Experience in test strategizing, estimation, and resource planning
• Expertise in test and defect management and configuration management

These will help you stand out

• Experience with GitHub Copilot or AI-assisted development tools
• Strong financial acumen aligned to quality outcomes
• Ability to drive innovation and continuous improvement
• Strong communication skills with a collaborative mindset

We're excited to meet people who 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

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*

The Cognizant community:
We are a high caliber team who appreciate and support one another. Our people uphold an energetic, collaborative and inclusive workplace where everyone can thrive.

• Cognizant is a global community with more than 300,000 associates around the world.
• We don’t just dream of a better way – we make it happen.
• We take care of our people, clients, company, communities and climate by doing what’s right.
• We foster an innovative environment where you can build the career path that’s right for you.

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 at www.cognizant.com

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, state 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.

Disclaimer:
Compensation information is accurate as of the date of this posting. Cognizant reserves the right to modify this information at any time, subject to applicable law.

Applicants may be required to attend interviews in person or by video conference. In addition, candidates may be required to present their current state or government issued ID during each interview.