Salesforce Test Automation Engineer (Playwright/Selenium)

About the role

As a Salesforce Test Automation Engineer (Playwright/Selenium) , you will make an impact by ensuring the quality, reliability, and performance of Salesforce applications through robust test automation and quality engineering practices. You will be a valued member of a cross-functional delivery team and work closely with Salesforce developers, QA engineers, product owners, and business stakeholders.

In this role, you will:

Collaborate with QA and development teams to understand functional and business requirements and identify automation opportunities

Design, implement, and maintain scalable automation frameworks (e.g., Page Object Model)

Develop, enhance, and debug automated test scripts using Playwright

Execute automated regression and functional test suites, analyze results, and ensure application stability

Log, track, and validate defects using tools such as Jira and partner with development teams through resolution

Integrate automated tests into CI/CD pipelines using Jenkins, GitLab CI, or similar tools

Participate in Agile ceremonies and provide clear test status updates to stakeholders

Work model

We strive to provide flexibility wherever possible. Based on this roles business requirements, this is a hybrid position requiring a presence at a client or Cognizant office in any of these locations - Charlotte (NC), New York, New Jersey, or Radnor (PA) . Regardless of your working arrangement, we are here to 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 change based on project or client requirements. We will always be transparent about role expectations.

What you need to have to be considered

7+ years of proven experience in Salesforce testing , including both manual and automation testing, with solid QA methodology knowledge

Strong understanding of Salesforce fundamentals including standard/custom objects, security models, Flows, and Lightning components

Hands-on experience with Playwright automation using JavaScript or TypeScript

Experience with API testing (REST/SOAP) and query languages such as SQL or SOQL

Experience executing and maintaining automated regression test suites in Agile environments

These will help you stand out

Experience integrating automated testing into CI/CD pipelines (Jenkins, GitLab CI)

Strong analytical, debugging, and problem-solving skills

Excellent communication skills and ability to collaborate across distributed teams

Experience working in fast-paced, multi-project delivery environments

We're excited to meet people who share our mission and can make an impact in a variety of ways. Dont hesitate to apply, even if you only meet the minimum requirements. Transferable skills and unique experiences are valued.

Salary and Other Compensation

The annual salary for this position is between $81,513 to $130,000, depending on experience and other qualifications of the successful candidate.

This position is also eligible for Cognizants discretionary annual incentive program, based on performance and subject to the terms of Cognizants applicable plans.

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

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.