Software Quality Analyst

About the role

As a Software Quality Analyst, you will make an impact by ensuring high quality software and hardware performance across Apple OS platforms and devices. You will be a valued member of the QA team and work collaboratively with engineers, testers, and cross functional partners to identify defects, improve product stability, and support high quality releases.

• Perform test planning, test case development, and test execution (manual and automated)
• Conduct testing on Apple OS platforms and hardware
• Analyze test failures and file detailed defect reports
• Escalate and report key quality issues, driving them to timely resolution
• Provide regular updates and submit reports related to your workstream

At Cognizant, we strive to provide flexibility wherever possible. Based on this role’s business requirements, this is an onsite position requiring you to work in Cupertino, CA. Regardless of your working arrangement, we support a healthy work–life balance through our wellbeing programs. The working arrangements for this role are accurate as of the date of posting and may change based on project, business, or client needs.

• 5+ years of professional experience as a Software Quality Analyst or in a related role
• Experience in test planning, test design, authoring, and execution
• Ability to analyze test results, identify defects, recognize issue patterns, troubleshoot scenarios, and compile detailed reports
• Experience testing mobile devices, hardware, home technologies, and Bluetooth accessories
• Strong communication skills

• Hands on experience testing in Apple environments
• Strong documentation and reporting ability
• Familiarity with automated testing tools or frameworks
• Ability to communicate and collaborate effectively with cross functional teams

We re excited to meet people who share our mission and can make an impact in a variety of ways. Don’t hesitate to apply, even if you only meet the minimum requirements. Think about your transferable experiences and unique skills that make you stand out.

The annual salary for this position is between $53,477 – $92,500 depending on experience and other qualifications of the successful candidate.

This position is also eligible for Cognizant’s discretionary annual incentive program, based on performance and subject to the terms of Cognizant’s applicable plans.

Cognizant offers the following benefits for this position, subject to applicable eligibility requirements:

• Medical/Dental/Vision/Life Insurance
• Paid holidays plus Paid Time Off
• 401(k) plan and contributions
• Long-term/Short-term Disability
• Paid Parental Leave
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan

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*