Cognizant · 8 hours ago
SDET Lead / Automation Test
Mangum, NC
Full-time
Onsite
Lead/Staff
10+ years expCognizant is seeking a highly skilled Software Developer in Test (SDET) with expertise in automating mobile and web applications API testing and database testing. The ideal candidate will play a crucial role in ensuring software quality by developing automation frameworks, writing robust test scripts, and performing unit testing.
ConsultingIndustrial AutomationInformation TechnologySoftwareSoftware Engineering
Responsibilities
Design develop and maintain automated test frameworks for mobile (Android) and web applications using Appium Selenium Playwright or similar tools
Develop and execute API test automation using tools like Postman RestAssured or Karate
Implement unit testing strategies with frameworks such as JUnit NUnit TestNG or Jest
Work with databases to perform stored procedure testing ensuring data integrity and proper backend functionality
Collaborate with software engineers to integrate automated tests into CI/CD pipelines using Jenkins GitHub Actions or similar tools
Identify document and track software defects ensuring timely resolution
Conduct performance and load testing where necessary
Stay up to date with the latest automation testing trends tools and best practices
Qualification
Required
5+ years of experience in test automation for mobile and web applications
Strong experience in automation frameworks like Appium Selenium Cypress or Playwright
10+ years of hands-on experience in API automation testing using Postman RestAssured or similar tools
Solid knowledge of unit testing frameworks such as JUnit NUnit TestNG or Jest
Proficiency in programming languages such as Java TypeScript JavaScript or Kotlin
Strong experience with database testing and stored procedures
Experience in integrating tests into CI/CD pipelines (Jenkins GitHub Actions GitLab CI Bitbucket)
Hands-on experience with version control systems (Git)
Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail
Preferred
Conduct performance and load testing where necessary
Stay up to date with the latest automation testing trends tools and best practices
Experience with performance testing (JMeter Gatling)
Exposure to containerization tools like Docker and Kubernetes
Familiarity with TDD frameworks and approach
Understanding of security testing principles
Familiarity with cloud-based mobile testing platforms (BrowserStack Sauce Labs)
Company
Cognizant
Cognizant is a professional services company that helps clients alter their business, operating, and technology models for the digital era.
10001+ employees
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Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
$0.24MKey Investors
Summit Financial Wealth Advisors
2025-03-08Post Ipo Equity
2016-11-18Post Ipo Equity· $0.24M
1998-06-19IPO
Leadership Team
Ravi Kumar S
Chief Executive Officer
Anil Cheriyan
CTO / EVP Strategy & Technology
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