Test Lead – P&C Insurance (Duck Creek/Guidewire)

About the role
As a Test Lead – P&C Insurance (Duck Creek/Guidewire), you will make an impact by leading end-to-end testing for underwriting platforms such as Duck Creek, 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 Duck Creek, 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
We believe hybrid work is the way forward as we strive to provide flexibility wherever possible. Based on this role’s business requirements, this is a hybrid position requiring 4 days per week in a client office in Charlotte, NC. Regardless of your working arrangement, we are here to support a healthy work-life balance through our various wellbeing programs. The working arrangements for this role are accurate as of the date of posting and may change based on project, business, or client requirements.

What you need to have to be considered
• Over 10+ years of experience in software testing, including 8+ years specializing in testing for Property & Casualty (P&C) Insurance Underwriting systems.
• Strong understanding of General Insurance domain with Property & Casualty and Workers Compensation.
• Hands-on experience with Duck Creek, Guidewire, or similar platforms (Policy, Billing, Claims modules preferred).
• Strong knowledge of test planning, estimation, test execution, defect lifecycle management, and quality governance.
• Experience developing QA metrics, dashboards, executive reporting, and root cause analysis reports.
• Test automation background Java, Selenium and CI/CD integration.
• Hands on experience on test management tools like Rally, ALM and Jira
• 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*

Additional employment information
Compensation information is accurate as of the date of this posting. Cognizant reserves the right to modify this information at any time, subject to applicable law.

Applicants may be required to attend interviews in person or by video conference. In addition, candidates may be required to present their current state or government issued ID during each interview.

Cognizant is an equal opportunity employer. Your application and candidacy will not be considered based on race, color, sex, religion, creed, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, veteran status or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

Applicants for US based positions must be currently authorized to work for any employer in the United States. The company is unable to provide employment-based immigration sponsorship for US based positions.

If you have a disability that requires reasonable accommodation to search for a job opening or submit an application, please email CareersNA2@cognizant.com for roles based in the Americas or CareersIndia2@cognizant.com for roles based in India.

About Cognizant:
Cognizant (Nasdaq: CTSH) is an AI Builder and technology services provider, bridging the gap between AI investment and enterprise value by building full-stack AI solutions for our clients. Our deep industry, process and engineering expertise enables us to build an organization’s unique context into technology systems that amplify human potential, drive tangible outcomes and keep global enterprises ahead in a fast-changing world. See how at cognizant.ai or @cognizant.