QA Engineer - Strong SQL and Financial​/Derivatives Domain

About the role

As a QA Engineer - Strong SQL and Financial/Derivatives Domain Experience, you will make an impact by ensuring high-quality testing of complex financial systems, including derivatives and multi-asset instruments. You will be a valued member of the delivery team and work collaboratively with business stakeholders, product owners, business analysts, and development teams to deliver reliable and scalable solutions.

• Translate business requirements into structured BDD test scenarios using Cucumber and related frameworks
• Perform end-to-end functional testing, ensuring adherence to STLC processes and high-quality reporting
• Validate financial models and instruments, including derivatives and complex asset classes, in collaboration with business analysts
• Execute SQL queries for backend data validation, reconciliation, and financial transaction verification
• Work with automation frameworks by executing, analyzing, and modifying Selenium/Java-based test scripts

We strive to provide flexibility wherever possible. Based on this role’s business requirements, this is a remote position open to qualified applicants across the United State s, with preference for candidates located in New York City, NY or New Jersey. 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.

• Strong understanding of functional testing, STLC processes, and test reporting
• Solid foundation in mathematics with the ability to understand derivatives, financial instruments, and quantitative models
• Hands‑on experience with BDD frameworks such as Cucumber
• Basic automation experience with Selenium and ability to interpret Java code for validation and troubleshooting
• Strong SQL skills with experience in queries, joins, and data validation

• Experience working in capital markets or financial services domain
• Strong stakeholder management and communication skills across business and technical teams
• Ability to work in high-pressure environments with tight deadlines
• Experience validating complex financial transactions and reconciliation processes
• Adaptability and ability to manage multiple priorities in fast-paced project environments

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 listed. Think about your transferable experiences and unique skills that make you stand out as someone who can bring new and exciting things to this role.

Applications will be accepted until June 01, 2026

The annual salary for this position is between $71,100– $112,500 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.

• 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

Cognizant is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.