We are looking for a skilled Senior Automation Test Engineer with hands-on experience in web UI and API automation. The ideal candidate should be proficient in building scalable test automation frameworks and have strong expertise in Java, Selenium and RESTful API testing to ensure automated testing is complete with proper coverage for all the requirements for our banking clients.

In this role, you will

• Create robust and scalable test automation frameworks and scripts independently using Java, Selenium, BDD Cucumber.
• Automating UI and API test scenarios to improve test coverage, accuracy, and execution efficiency.
• Conduct API testing using REST Assured, ReadyAPI, REST/SOAP services.
• Develop Rest API automation scripts using Rest Assured framework.
• Identify, document, and manage software defects to resolution.
• Integrate automated tests into the deployment pipeline to support continuous testing in an Agile environment.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams in an Agile/Scrum environment to deliver high-quality software solutions.
• Communicate effectively with stakeholders to provide updates on testing progress and quality metrics.

Required skills

• Overall 6 - 10 years of hands-on experience in manual, functional and automation testing.
• Minimum 5 years of hands-on automation experience using Java, Selenium, Junit, TestNG, Maven, BDD Cucumber framework.
• Strong proficiency in Java programming language (Core concepts).
• Must have 2+ years of hands-on experience with API Automation using REST Assured, including request/response validation, serialization/deserialization, and API automation frameworks.
• CI/CD pipeline building experience through GITLAB, Jenkins, or Maven.
• Solid understanding of Agile methodologies and test lifecycle management.

Preferred skills

• Banking domain knowledge is a plus.

We're eager to meet people who share our mission and can make an impact in various ways. Don't hesitate to apply, even if you only meet the required skills listed. Your transferable skills and experiences matter—help us see how you the right person for this role.

Total compensation:

We regularly assess market data to ensure we offer a competitive compensation package for our associates. The base salary for this position ranges between CAD 80,000 - 90,000 per year. Where the successful candidate may fall within the range depends on relevant education, work and/or management experience and other business-related and job-necessary qualifications. This position is also eligible for Cognizant’s discretionary annual performance-based bonus, as well as benefits that support your physical, mental and financial wellbeing.

Working arrangements

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 Toronto, province. Regardless of your working arrangement, we are here to support a healthy work-life balance though 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.

Cognizant will only consider applicants for this position who are legally authorized to work in Canada without requiring employer sponsorship, now or at any time in the future.

Applications for this position are reviewed by our recruitment team without the use of artificial intelligence screening tools.

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.

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.