Job Information
The Cigna Group HIH - Software Engineering Senior Analyst in Hyderabad, India
Job Description: QA & Testing Senior Analyst
--A Aditya Sharma & Sharat M Palayil
Position Overview
The QA & Testing Senior Analyst will support engineering teams in ensuring the performance, reliability, and resiliency of critical applications and services. This role focuses on hands-on performance testing execution , analysis, and reporting, working closely with developers, architects, and QA teams in an agile environment.
The role will contribute to testing some of the organization’s most critical access-to-care and enterprise applications , with specific emphasis on performance testing and emerging AI-enabled testing practices .
Key Responsibilities
Participate in the design, scheduling, and execution of performance testing activities including load, stress, volume, and scalability testing
Assist in defining performance testing objectives, scope, and success criteria
Create and execute performance test plans and strategies under guidance from senior QA or engineering leads
Develop, maintain, and execute NeoLoad test scripts and scenarios
Prepare and manage test data required for performance testing
Configure and validate performance test environments in collaboration with DevOps and engineering teams
Execute performance tests and ensure consistent monitoring and metrics collection
Analyze test results to identify performance bottlenecks, risks, and trends
Prepare clear and concise performance test reports and share findings with stakeholders
Collaborate with development, QA, DevOps, and product teams to support defect resolution and performance tuning
Support continuous improvement initiatives by analyzing recurring issues and recommending practical improvements
Participate in agile ceremonies such as sprint planning, stand-ups, retrospectives, and design discussions
Monitor the performance of existing internal systems and applications as required
Required Skills & Qualifications
5–7 years of experience in software testing with a strong focus on performance and non-functional testing
Hands-on experience with NeoLoad for performance testing (test design, execution, and analysis)
Experience working with performance test scripts and scenarios in real-world applications
Basic hands-on experience with AI-enabled testing tools or concepts , such as:
AI-assisted test optimization, anomaly detection, or result analysis
Using AI features within testing tools or applying ML-based insights to testing outcomes
Basic knowledge of Java or similar object-oriented programming languages
Solid understanding of object-oriented programming concepts
Good understanding of REST API concepts , including request/response validation
Experience identifying performance issues related to API, application, or infrastructure layers
Familiarity with Agile / Scrum methodologies and enterprise SDLC processes
Exposure to cloud platforms such as AWS and/or OpenShift is desirable
Proficient in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint) for reporting and analysis
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
Ability to work independently as well as collaboratively within cross-functional teams
Comfortable working in a fast-paced, delivery-focused environment
Nice to Have
Exposure to performance testing in cloud-native or microservices-based architectures
Awareness of monitoring and APM tools (e.g., basic metrics, dashboards, alerts)
Experience working on healthcare, insurance, or highly regulated systems (optional)
About Evernorth Health Services
Evernorth Health Services, a division of The Cigna Group, creates pharmacy, care and benefit solutions to improve health and increase vitality. We relentlessly innovate to make the prediction, prevention and treatment of illness and disease more accessible to millions of people. Join us in driving growth and improving lives.