Cognizant

Automation Test Analyst

Cognizant$86K — $101K *
Information Technology
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 2-6 years of experience in QA, manual testing, or BA/QA hybrid roles.
  • Strong experience converting scenarios into detailed test scripts and documentation.
  • Ability to produce highly structured, precise, and repeatable test cases.
  • Strong attention to detail and analytical thinking skills.
  • Experience collaborating with automation or QA engineering teams.

Responsibilities

  • Convert high-level test scenarios into detailed, step-by-step, click-level test instructions.
  • Review operational procedures and existing test documentation for accuracy and completeness.
  • Document detailed user actions, inputs, and expected outcomes for automation readiness.
  • Collaborate closely with automation engineers, QA teams, and business stakeholders.
  • Ensure test scripts are clear, structured, and suitable for conversion into automated scripts.
  • Support continuous improvement of test documentation and automation readiness standards.

Benefits

  • Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance
  • 401(k) plan with company contributions
  • Employee stock purchase plan
  • Employee assistance program
  • 15 Paid holidays plus PTO
  • Paid parental leave and family-support programs
  • Learning and development programs, certifications, and career growth opportunities
Full Job Description
About the Role

As an Automation Test Analyst, you will support test automation initiatives by creating highly detailed, click-level manual test scripts that enable automation engineers to build robust automated solutions. You will play a critical role in ensuring that test cases are precise, structured, and ready for automation, improving overall delivery quality and speed.
In this Role, You Will
• Convert high-level test scenarios into detailed, step-by-step, click-level test instructions.
• Review operational procedures and existing test documentation to ensure accuracy and completeness.
• Document detailed user actions, inputs, and expected outcomes for automation readiness.
• Collaborate closely with automation engineers, QA teams, and business stakeholders.
• Ensure test scripts are clear, structured, and suitable for conversion into automated scripts.
• Support continuous improvement of test documentation and automation readiness standards.
Work Model

This role is based in Teaneck, NJ with a remote work setup. Candidates are expected to support team collaboration while primarily working remotely.
What You Must Have to Be Considered
• 2-6 years of experience in QA, manual testing, or BA/QA hybrid roles.
• Strong experience converting scenarios into detailed test scripts and documentation.
• Ability to produce highly structured, precise, and repeatable test cases.
• Strong attention to detail and analytical thinking skills.
• Experience collaborating with automation or QA engineering teams.
These Will Help You Succeed
• Understanding of mortgage systems and lending workflows.
• Familiarity with test automation tools and concepts (read/interpret level).
• Experience in regulated environments with strong documentation standards.
• Strong communication skills for cross-functional collaboration.
Compensation

Base salary range : $86,500 - $101,500 annually, depending on experience, skills, and location.
Benefits
• Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance
• 401(k) plan with company contributions
• Employee stock purchase plan
• Employee assistance program
• 15 Paid holidays plus PTO
• Paid parental leave and family-support programs
• Learning and development programs, certifications, and career growth opportunities

About Cognizant

TriZetto is Powering Integrated Healthcare Management. With technology solutions touching more than half the U.S. population today, TriZetto is uniquely positioned to drive the convergence of core benefit administration, care management and constituent engagement. TriZetto provides premier information technology solutions that enable payers and other constituents in the healthcare supply chain to improve the coordination of benefits and care for healthcare consumers.

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Size
340,400 employees
Market Cap
$28.7 billion
Industry
Net Income
$1.3 billion
Founded
1994
5 Year Trend
+6.5%
Revenue
$16.6 billion
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