Functional QA : SQL/API

Cognizant•Charlotte, NC

4d•Remote

About The Position

As a Functional QA : SQL/API, you will make an impact by ensuring software quality through comprehensive manual testing, with strong expertise in SQL and API testing using Postman. You will be a valued member of the Quality Engineering & Assurance team and collaborate closely with cross-functional teams to deliver high-quality software solutions. In this role, you will: Review and analyze system specifications. Collaborate with QA Engineers to develop effective strategies and test plans. Execute manual and automated test cases and analyze results. Evaluate product code according to specifications. Create logs to document testing phases and defects. Report bugs and errors to development teams and help troubleshoot issues. Conduct post-release and post-implementation testing. Work with cross-functional teams to ensure quality throughout the software development lifecycle. Work model We strive to provide flexibility wherever possible. Based on this role’s business requirements, this is a remote position open to qualified applicants in the United States. Regardless of your working arrangement, we support a healthy work-life balance through our various wellbeing programs.

Requirements

5 – 7 yrs. of QA experience with
Strong knowledge of API testing using Postman.
Proficiency in SQL, including writing simple to complex joins.
Experience working in an Agile environment.
Hands-on experience with JIRA for writing test cases, test execution, and raising bugs.
Solid understanding of functional testing concepts.
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

Nice To Haves

Knowledge of automation concepts.
Strong analytical and troubleshooting skills.
Excellent communication and collaboration abilities.

Responsibilities

Review and analyze system specifications.
Collaborate with QA Engineers to develop effective strategies and test plans.
Execute manual and automated test cases and analyze results.
Evaluate product code according to specifications.
Create logs to document testing phases and defects.
Report bugs and errors to development teams and help troubleshoot issues.
Conduct post-release and post-implementation testing.
Work with cross-functional teams to ensure quality throughout the software development lifecycle.