Appium Test Lead

About the job :

What makes Cognizant a unique place to work? The combination of rapid growth and an international and innovative environment! This is creating many opportunities for people like YOU — people with an entrepreneurial spirit who want to make a difference in this world.

At Cognizant, together with your colleagues from all around the world, you will collaborate on creating solutions for the world's leading companies and help them become more flexible, more innovative, and successful. Moreover, this is your chance to be part of the success story.

Work Location : Hyderabad / Chennai / Bangalore / Coimbatore / Pune

Primary Skill : Appium and strong coding experience in Java

Position Summary :

We are seeking for an Appium Mobile Automation Test Lead.

Job Description : Position Overview :

We are seeking for Appium Mobile Automation Lead Tester. An Appium lead automates the testing of mobile applications for Android and iOS using the Appium framework and Core Java to ensure quality, performance, and reliability. Key responsibilities include designing and writing automated test scripts, executing these tests, identifying and reporting bugs, and collaborating with development teams. The role requires proficiency in programming languages like Java or Python, strong analytical skills, attention to detail, and an understanding of the mobile testing lifecycle.

Primary Skills :

Bachelor's degree in computer science, Information Systems, or a related field.

Overall 6 – 10 years of experience in testing and minimum 5+ years relevant experience in Appium and Java and 2 years in Lead experience.

Proficiency in Appium : Extensive experience in designing and executing automated tests for mobile applications using Appium.

Programming language proficiency : Strong command of a programming language in Core Java and Selenium.

Strong communication and collaboration skills : Ability to work effectively within a team and communicate technical information clearly.

Good to have skills :

Highly preferred if strong hands on experience in API Automation.

Maestro, Cypress, playwright knowledge are good to have.

Healthcare demand is nice to have.

Next Steps :

If you feel this opportunity suits you, or Cognizant is the type of organization you would like to join, we want to have a conversation with you! Please apply directly with us.

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About Cognizant :

Cognizant (Nasdaq-100 : CTSH) 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 is ranked 185 on the Fortune 500 and is consistently listed among the most admired companies in the world. Learn how Cognizant helps clients lead with digital at or follow us @Cognizant.