Senior LIMS QA Engineer
Company: Cognizant Technology Solutions
Location: Raritan
Posted on: March 31, 2026
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Job Description:
As a Senior LIMS QA Engineer (GxP / CSV), you will make an
impact by ensuring high quality, compliant, and audit ready
validation of LIMS applications and laboratory systems in a
regulated environment. You will be a valued member of the Quality
Engineering team and work collaboratively with cross functional
partners, including business users, validation teams, QA, and
laboratory operations. In this role, you will: • Lead validation
and testing activities for LIMS platforms, ensuring alignment with
GxP, CSV, and 21 CFR Part 11 requirements. • Develop and execute
end?to?end validation deliverables including test strategies, test
plans, risk assessments, IQ/OQ/PQ protocols, RTMs, and Validation
Summary Reports. • Oversee, review, and guide the creation of
validation test scripts to ensure accuracy, compliance, and audit
readiness. • Validate LIMS integrations, interfaces, workflows,
laboratory instruments, reports, and data migration activities. •
Partner closely with stakeholders to ensure successful delivery,
proactive risk mitigation, and adherence to SDLC/STLC processes in
Agile environments. 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 3 days per week onsite at the office in Malvern,
PA. 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. This may change based on the project you’re engaged in,
as well as business and client requirements. Rest assured; we will
always be clear about role expectations. What you need to have to
be considered • 10 years of experience in software testing, with at
least 4–5 years as a LIMS Test Lead in regulated environments. •
Strong hands-on experience with LIMS platforms such as LabWare,
Thermo Fisher SampleManager, STARLIMS, or Empower. • Proven
expertise in GxP regulations (GMP, GLP, GCP), Computer System
Validation (CSV), and 21 CFR Part 11. • Deep understanding of data
integrity principles (ALCOA). • Extensive experience with
validation lifecycle activities including test strategy, planning,
estimation, risk assessment, IQ/OQ/PQ testing, RTM creation, and
VSR documentation. • Experience reviewing validation test scripts
and ensuring systems are audit?ready. • Solid knowledge of
SDLC/STLC in regulated Agile environments. • Experience
participating in regulatory audits, inspections, or compliance
reviews. • Strong stakeholder management, documentation, and
communication skills. • Hands-on experience validating LIMS
workflows such as sample lifecycle management, QC testing, batch
release, stability studies, and instrument integrations. •
Proficiency with test management and defect tracking tools such as
JIRA/Xray. • Experience authoring and executing Functional,
Integration, System, Regression, and UAT test cases. • Strong
defect lifecycle management and root cause analysis capabilities. •
Experience with weekly and monthly status reporting, including KPI
and metric tracking This will help you stand out • Exposure to
GenAI platforms or the use of AI?enabled tools in testing or
documentation. • Experience validating complex interfaces,
reporting solutions, and multi?system data flows across LIMS
environments. • Familiarity with data migration validation and
large?scale laboratory system deployments. • Experience supporting
inspection readiness for clients in highly regulated industries. •
Strong analytical mindset with the ability to independently drive
quality improvements. • 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*
Were excited to meet people who share our mission and can make an
impact in a variety of ways. Dont hesitate to apply, even if you
only meet the minimum requirements listed. Think about your
transferable experiences and unique skills that make you stand out
as someone who can bring new and exciting things to this role.
Salary and Other Compensation: Applications will be accepted until
March 30th, 2026 The annual salary for this position is between
$71,100 to 112,500 depending on experience and other qualifications
of the successful candidate. This position is also eligible for
Cognizant’s discretionary annual incentive program, based on
performance and subject to the terms of Cognizant’s applicable
plans. 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 Disclaimer: The
salary, other compensation, and benefits 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. The
Cognizant community: We are a high caliber team who appreciate and
support one another. Our people uphold an energetic, collaborative
and inclusive workplace where everyone can thrive. Cognizant is a
global community with more than 300,000 associates around the
world. We don’t just dream of a better way – we make it happen. We
take care of our people, clients, company, communities and climate
by doing what’s right. We foster an innovative environment where
you can build the career path that’s right for you. About us:
Cognizant is one of the worlds 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 (a
member of the NASDAQ-100 and one of Forbes World’s Best Employers
2025) is consistently listed among the most admired companies in
the world. 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. Disclaimer: 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.
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