Software Developer in Test (SDET) - Mobile, Web & API Automation-REMOTE

"Applicants must be currently authorized to work for any employer in the United States. The company is unable to provide employment-based immigration sponsorship for this position."

Job Title: Software Developer in Test (SDET) - Mobile, Web & API Automation

Experience Level: Senior-Level

Job Description:

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

Key Responsibilities:

• Design, develop, and maintain automated test frameworks for mobile (Android) and web applications using Appium, Playwright, or similar tools.
• Develop and execute API test automation using tools like Postman, RestAssured, or Karate.
• Collaborate with software engineers to integrate automated tests into CI/CD pipelines using BitBucket, GitHub Actions, or similar tools.
• Identify, document, and track software defects, ensuring timely resolution.
• Stay up to date with the latest automation testing trends, tools, and best practices.

Required Skills & Qualifications:

• Experience in test automation for mobile and web applications or a software development background.
• Experience in automation frameworks like Appium, Selenium, Cypress, or Playwright.
• Hands-on experience in API automation testing using Postman, RestAssured, or similar tools.
• Proficiency in programming languages such as Java, TypeScript, or JavaScript.
• Strong experience with database testing or database development.
• Experience in integrating tests into CI/CD pipelines (BitBucket, GitHub Actions).
• Familiarity with cloud-based mobile testing platforms (Sauce Labs).
• Hands-on experience with version control systems (Git).
• Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail.

Nice to Have:

• Exposure to containerization tools like Docker and Kubernetes.
• Understanding of security testing principles.

About Cognizant's IoT Practice:

Intelligent, IoT-enabled products will soon result in the proliferation of data and disrupt virtually all industries. To be successful, both large and small companies must leverage IoT capabilities by designing modern products that fundamentally connect people with processes. Within Cognizant IOT, we engineer industry-aligned, IoT-enabled products that merge industry needs with human drivers. Our intelligent products will revolutionize experiences and result in exciting, transformative outcomes. Without human-centered thinking, connected products are just standalone things-but with it, our modern connected products facilitate a unified way of life enjoyed by all.

Additional employment information

Compensation information is accurate as of the date of this posting. Cognizant reserves the right to modify this information at any time, subject to applicable law.

Applicants may be required to attend interviews in person or by video conference. In addition, candidates may be required to present their current state or government issued ID during each interview.

Cognizant is an equal opportunity employer. Your application and candidacy will not be considered based on race, color, sex, religion, creed, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, veteran status or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

Applicants for US based positions must be currently authorized to work for any employer in the United States. The company is unable to provide employment-based immigration sponsorship for US based positions.

If you have a disability that requires reasonable accommodation to search for a job opening or submit an application, please email CareersNA2@cognizant.com for roles based in the Americas or CareersIndia2@cognizant.com for roles based in India.

About Cognizant:

Cognizant (Nasdaq: CTSH) is an AI Builder and technology services provider, bridging the gap between AI investment and enterprise value by building full-stack AI solutions for our clients. Our deep industry, process and engineering expertise enables us to build an organization's unique context into technology systems that amplify human potential, drive tangible outcomes and keep global enterprises ahead in a fast-changing world. See how at cognizant.ai or @cognizant.