Playwright Automation Test Lead

In this role, you will

• Define and enforce standard reporting formats and dashboards across all automation suites for consistent visibility into execution results across teams.
• Design automation scripts with best in class coding standards.
• Provide hands-on coding support across Playwright, Selenium, C#, TypeScript, JavaScript, and Python to accommodate varying application technology stacks.
• Establish configuration management practices — environment configs, test data, credentials, and versioning across all automation codebases.
• Integrate automation frameworks with test management tools (ADO/qTest, or equivalent) to ensure traceability between requirements, test cases, and execution results.
• Guide technology selection and framework fit-for-purpose decisions (UI, API, mobile, performance) based on application architecture and team maturity.
• Troubleshoot and resolve complex framework, environment, and CI/CD integration issues across distributed teams.
• Own and prioritize the technical backlog for framework enhancements, tooling upgrades, and scalability initiatives.
• Mentor and upskill application-level automation engineers on standardized frameworks, tools, and practices.

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 in Canada. Regardless of your working arrangement, we are here to support a healthy work-life balance through our various wellbeing programs.

Note: 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

• 10+ years in test automation engineering/architecture, including 3+ years in an enterprise-wide automation architect or Center of Excellence role.
• 3+ years of hands-on expertise across Playwright, Selenium, C#, TypeScript, JavaScript, and Python.
• Proven experience standardizing automation frameworks across multiple technology stacks and application types (web, API, mobile).
• Experience integrating automation with test management platforms and strong CI/CD integration experience (Jenkins, Azure DevOps, GitHub Actions).
• Demonstrated ability to build internal tooling and dashboards; strong facilitation and mentoring skills.
• Experience with AI-assisted/agentic testing tooling.
• NuGet or equivalent package management standardization experience.

These will help you stand out

Familiarity with QE metrics (DDP, defect leakage, flaky test rate) and maturity assessment frameworks.

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.

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 90,000 – 113,000 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.