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Test Automation Specialist

Cognizant London, England, United Kingdom

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Posted Feb 9, 2026Apply by Mar 11, 2026

Role & seniority: Mid-Senior DevOps Engineer with strong software testing and development background

Stack/tools: Java, Node.js; CI/CD (GitHub Actions, Maven); Terraform (IaC); Azure (cloud, Foundry); Docker; service virtualisation; API testing; Agenti AI/LLM on Azure Foundry

Top 3 responsibilities

  • Design and implement scalable automated test frameworks and execute automated test suites (functional, regression, non-functional)

  • Build/maintain CI/CD pipelines; implement IaC for consistent environment provisioning; manage test environments in Azure

  • Enable robust API testing, service integrations, test environment security/scalability, and provide root-cause analysis for complex issues

Must-have skills

  • Proven software testing and automation development experience; automation frameworks from scratch

  • Strong Java and Node.js programming; CI/CD tool experience (GitHub Actions, Maven)

  • Terraform expertise for IaC; Azure cloud services and Azure Foundry; Docker experience; API testing and service virtualisation

  • Debugging and issue resolution in complex systems; clear communication and cross-functional collaboration

  • Security clearance: SC required

Nice-to-haves

  • Testing/DevOps certifications (ISTQB, Azure, etc.)

  • AI/ML familiarity and LLM integration; Kubernetes/container orchestration

  • Location & work type: Location not specified; Full-time occupation; IT Services/IT Consulting industry context

Full Description

We are looking for a highly Devops Engineer with a strong background in software testing, development, and DevOps. The ideal candidate will have hands-on experience across a wide range of technologies including Java, Node.js, CI/CD, Terraform, Azure, Docker, and service virtualisation. This role also involves working with cutting-edge AI technologies and infrastructure as code (IaC) implementations.

Candidates should SC cleared

Key Responsibilities

Design and implement scalable automated test frameworks using Java and Node.js. Develop and execute automated test suites for functional, regression, and non-functional testing (e.g., performance, scalability, reliability). Perform API testing and ensure robust validation of service integrations. Ensure test environments are secure, scalable, and aligned with production configurations. Document test strategies, plans, and results clearly and concisely. Communicate effectively with cross-functional teams including developers, DevOps engineers, and product owners Build and maintain CI/CD pipelines using GitHub Actions, Maven, and other DevOps tools. Implement Infrastructure as Code (IaC) using Terraform for consistent and repeatable environment provisioning. Work with Azure cloud services and Azure Foundry to deploy and manage test environments. Create and manage Docker containers for isolated and reproducible test setups. Collaborate on the development of Agenti AI solutions using various LLM models hosted on Azure Foundry. Apply service virtualisation techniques to simulate unavailable or third-party services during testing. Debug complex issues in Java and Node.js applications, providing detailed root cause analysis and resolution.

Required Skills & Experience

Proven experience in software testing and automation development. Experience in building automation frameworks from scratch. Strong programming skills in Java and Node.js. Hands-on experience with CI/CD tools (e.g., GitHub Actions, Maven). Expertise in Terraform for IaC and cloud resource provisioning. Experience with Azure cloud services and Azure Foundry. Familiarity with Docker and container orchestration. Experience in API testing and service virtualisation. Understanding of non-functional testing principles. Demonstrated ability to debug and resolve issues in complex systems. Strong communication and collaboration skills.

Preferred Qualifications

Certifications in testing (e.g., ISTQB), cloud (e.g., Azure), or DevOps are a plus. Experience with AI/ML technologies and LLM integration is highly desirable. Familiarity with container orchestration tools (e.g., Kubernetes) is a bonus.

Seniority level Mid-Senior level Employment type Full-time Job function Information Technology Industries IT Services and IT Consulting

Test AutomationDevOpsJavaNode.jsCI/CDTerraformAzureDockerAPI TestingService VirtualisationPerformance TestingScalability TestingReliability TestingInfrastructure as CodeCollaborationDebuggingmulti-location

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