Test Lead – P&C Insurance Underwriting at Cognizant

Charlotte, North Carolina, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

02 May, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

01 Feb, 26

Experience

10 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

P&C Insurance Underwriting, Software Testing, DuckCreek, Guidewire, Test Automation, Framework Design, CI/CD Integration, Team Leadership, Communication Skills, Presentation Skills, Interpersonal Skills, Platform Migration, Performance Testing, API Testing, DevOps Practices, Continuous Improvement, Automation

Industry

IT Services and IT Consulting

Description

About the role As a Test Lead – P&C Insurance Underwriting, you will make an impact by leading end-to-end testing for underwriting platforms such as DuckCreek, Guidewire, or similar systems. You will be a valued member of the Insurance Technology Delivery team and work collaboratively with client stakeholders and offshore teams to ensure high-quality delivery. In this role, you will: • Own and drive testing for DuckCreek, Guidewire, or other P&C underwriting applications. • Lead and mentor teams across onsite and offshore locations. • Manage all phases of the Software Testing Life Cycle (STLC), including planning, execution, and reporting. • Define and implement test automation strategies and frameworks. • Act as the primary point of contact for testing-related activities and stakeholder communication. Work model This is a hybrid position requiring 4 days per week onsite at our client location in Charlotte, NC. We strive to provide flexibility wherever possible and support a healthy work-life balance through our wellbeing programs. What you need to have to be considered • Strong understanding of P&C Insurance Underwriting processes and workflows. • Over 10+ years of experience in software testing, including 8+ years specializing in testing for Property & Casualty (P&C) Insurance Underwriting systems. • Hands-on experience with DuckCreek, Guidewire, or similar platforms (Policy, Billing, Claims modules preferred). • Experience in platform migration and upgrade projects. • Expertise in test automation strategy, framework design, and execution. • Familiarity with automation tools (Selenium, Playwright) and CI/CD integration. • Proven ability to lead teams in onsite-offshore delivery models. • Excellent communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills. • Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, IT, or related field. These will help you stand out • Knowledge of API testing, performance testing tools, and DevOps practices. • Innovative mindset with a passion for automation and continuous improvement. • Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities under pressure. Benefits: Cognizant offers the following benefits for this position, subject to applicable eligibility requirements: Medical/Dental/Vision/Life Insurance Paid holidays plus Paid Time Off 401(k) plan and contributions Long-term/Short-term Disability Paid Parental Leave Employee Stock Purchase Plan Cognizant will only consider applicants for this position who are legally authorized to work in the United States without company sponsorship. *Please note, this role is not able to offer visa transfer or sponsorship now or in the future*

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Responsibilities

Lead end-to-end testing for underwriting platforms such as DuckCreek and Guidewire. Manage all phases of the Software Testing Life Cycle and act as the primary point of contact for testing-related activities.