Job summary
Job post source
This job is directly from Cognizant
Job overview
This QA Lead role at Cognizant focuses on leveraging Duck Creek technologies and Property & Casualty insurance expertise to enhance quality assurance and automation in enterprise systems.
Responsibilities and impact
The QA Lead will act as a SME for Commercial Underwriting Applications, bridge UAT users and IT teams, manage UAT defects, implement test automation for UAT, and collaborate with stakeholders to optimize testing efficiency and reduce UAT cycle time.
Compensation and benefits
The salary ranges from $71,100 to $112,500 annually, with eligibility for a discretionary annual incentive program, plus benefits including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, paid holidays and PTO, 401(k), disability coverage, paid parental leave, and an employee stock purchase plan.
Experience and skills
Candidates need 3+ years in Commercial P&C domain, 2+ years in commercial underwriting or QA testing, 2+ years with Duck Creek products, 10+ years testing experience, skills in test automation with Playwright/Java, CI/CD familiarity, and strong stakeholder management.
Company information
Cognizant is a global IT services company known for delivering technology and consulting services, with a focus on innovation and client solutions.
Job location and travel
The position is onsite in Charlotte, NC, with an onsite/offshore work model.
Application process
Applications are accepted until July 30th, 2025, with work authorization required for the US without sponsorship.
Unique job features
This role uniquely combines expertise in Duck Creek technologies with P&C insurance domain knowledge to lead QA efforts in a complex enterprise environment.
Company overview
Cognizant is a leading multinational corporation that provides IT services, including digital, technology, consulting, and operations services. Founded in 1994 as a technology arm of Dun & Bradstreet, it became independent in 1996 and has since grown through strategic acquisitions and a focus on digital transformation. The company makes money by offering a wide range of services such as application development, systems integration, and business process outsourcing to clients across various industries, including healthcare, financial services, and manufacturing.
How to land this job
Tailor your resume to emphasize your expertise in Duck Creek technologies and extensive experience in Property & Casualty (P&C) insurance, highlighting your role as a QA lead or similar positions overseeing commercial underwriting applications.
Showcase your skills in test automation, especially with Playwright or Java-based frameworks, and your ability to manage UAT defect triaging and stakeholder communications effectively.
Apply through multiple channels including Cognizant's official careers page and LinkedIn to maximize your application visibility for this role.
Connect on LinkedIn with professionals in Cognizant’s P&C or QA divisions, using ice breakers like commenting on recent Cognizant P&C projects or asking about their experience implementing Duck Creek solutions.
Optimize your resume for ATS by incorporating keywords such as 'Duck Creek', 'P&C insurance', 'test automation', 'UAT defect management', and 'CI/CD pipelines' to ensure it passes initial screenings.
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