Software Test Analyst (API Testing)

Cognizant Technology Solutions Corporation
Topeka, KS, United States
10 days ago
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Role details

Contract type
Permanent contract
Employment type
Full-time (> 32 hours)
Working hours
Regular working hours

Tech stack

Testing (Software) Application Programming Interfaces (APIs) Agile Methodology Software Bug Management Code Coverage Data Integrity Regression Testing Software Systems Data Streaming Systems Integration Test Case Strategies of Testing
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Postman Bug Reporting Api Management

Job description

As a Software Test Analyst (API Testing) , you will make an impact by ensuring the quality, reliability, and performance of complex applications through comprehensive manual and API testing. You will be a valued member of the Quality Engineering team and work collaboratively with developers, business analysts, product owners, and other stakeholders to deliver high-quality software solutions.

In this role, you will:

  • Design and execute detailed manual test scenarios and test cases covering functional and non-functional requirements.

  • Develop and execute API test suites to validate service integrations, data integrity, and error handling.

  • Analyze business and technical requirements to identify test conditions, edge cases, and testing priorities.

  • Perform regression testing and support release validation activities across multiple application releases.

  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams to resolve defects, improve test coverage, and support continuous quality improvement initiatives.

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 within the United States. Regardless of your working arrangement, we are here to support a healthy work-life balance through our various wellbeing programs.

The working arrangements for this role are accurate as of the date of posting. This may change based on the project you’re engaged in, as well as business and client requirements. Rest assured; we will always be clear about role expectations.

Requirements

Experience in manual software testing, including test case design, execution, defect management, and regression testing.

  • Hands-on experience with API testing tools and methodologies for validating service integrations and data flows.

  • Ability to analyze business requirements and technical specifications to create effective test strategies and scenarios.

  • Experience documenting and tracking defects with detailed reproduction steps and impact analysis.

  • Strong collaboration and communication skills with the ability to work effectively across business and technology teams.

These will help you stand out

  • Experience supporting User Acceptance Testing (UAT) initiatives.

  • Knowledge of testing best practices, quality standards, and risk-based testing methodologies.

  • Experience working within Agile software devel

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