SDET Lead / Automation Test

Cognizant • Durham, NC

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About The Position

We are seeking a highly skilled Software Developer in Test (SDET) with expertise in automating mobile and web applications API testing and database testing (stored procedures). The ideal candidate will play a crucial role in ensuring software quality by developing automation frameworks writing robust test scripts and performing unit testing. This role requires strong technical abilities attention to detail and a passion for improving software quality through automation

Requirements

• 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).
• Familiarity with cloud-based mobile testing platforms (BrowserStack Sauce Labs).
• Hands-on experience with version control systems (Git).
• Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail

Nice To Haves

• 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

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

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed