Posted 1w ago

Junior SDET (Software Development Engineer in Test)

@ Cognizant
United States
RemoteFull Time
Responsibilities:Design tests, Execute tests, Perform API testing
Requirements Summary:Junior SDET experienced in API/automation testing, CI/CD, and Agile practices; strong Java tooling and testing frameworks.
Technical Tools Mentioned:Java, JUnit, WireMock, Selenium, Cucumber, OpenPOJO, RestAssured, PACT, Jira, Confluence, Bitbucket, Maven, Jenkins, IntelliJ, AWS, Docker, Kubernetes, Kibana, Dynatrace, Grafana, SonarQube, Swagger, Kafka
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Job Description

We are seeking a highly skilled Automation Tester to design, develop, and execute automated test solutions that ensure the delivery of high-quality software products. The ideal candidate will have strong expertise in working with automation frameworks, API testing, and Agile methodologies, with hands-on experience in CI/CD environments. This role requires technical proficiency, problem-solving skills, and the ability to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams.

Key Responsibilities

• Test Design & Execution:

    • Design and implement automated and manual test cases for functional, integration, and regression testing.

    • Execute tests and validate results to ensure product quality and compliance.

• API & System Integration Testing:

    • Perform API testing using tools like RestAssured and PACT.

    • Validate system integration across multiple platforms and environments.

• CI/CD & Release Support:

    • Integrate automated tests into CI/CD pipelines using Jenkins and Maven.

• Agile Practices:

    • Participate in Agile ceremonies (Daily Stand-ups, Sprint Planning, Retrospectives).

    • Contribute to PI Planning and provide accurate Agile test estimations.

• Defect Management:

    • Conduct defect triage sessions, prioritize fixes, and ensure timely resolution.

    • Maintain defect logs and communicate status updates to stakeholders.

 

Required Skills & Qualifications

• Certifications: ISTQB or equivalent.

• Automation & Testing Expertise: API Testing, Automation & Manual Testing.

• Programming & Tools:  Java, JUnit, WireMock, Selenium, Cucumber, OpenPOJO, RestAssured, PACT.

• Jira, Confluence, Bitbucket, Maven, Jenkins, IntelliJ, AWS

 

Desired Skills

Docker, Kubernetes, Kibana, Dynatrace, Grafana, SonarQube, Swagger, Kafka

 

Soft Skills

• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.

• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.

• Ability to work independently