REMOTE-Software Developer in Test; SDET – Database, SQL and SPROC Testing

REMOTE-Software Developer in Test (SDET) – Database, SQL and SPROC Testing

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We are seeking a skilled Software Development Engineer in Test (SDET) with expertise in database testing, stored procedure testing, and mocking techniques. This role involves ensuring data integrity, validating backend functionality, and implementing automated tests for database-driven applications. The ideal candidate should have experience in mocking database interactions, automating tests for stored procedures, and working with complex SQL queries to validate data consistency and system performance.

• Design, develop, and maintain automated test frameworks for database and backend testing.
• Create and execute test cases for stored procedures, triggers, and database functions to validate business logic and data consistency.
• Implement mocking techniques to simulate database interactions and isolate testing components.
• Develop and maintain unit and integration tests using mocking frameworks such as Mockito, JMock, or Wire Mock.
• Collaborate with development and Dev Ops teams to integrate database tests into CI/CD pipelines using Jenkins, Git Hub Actions, or Git Lab CI.
• Perform SQL query validation to ensure data accuracy, integrity, and consistency across multiple environments.
• Work with API testing to validate database interactions using tools like Postman or Rest Assured.
• Identify and report performance bottlenecks in database queries and stored procedures.
• Implement data-driven and schema validation tests to verify database changes.
• Research and implement best practices for database testing, data virtualization, and test data management.

• 5+ years of experience in database and backend testing.
• Strong knowledge of SQL databases (MySQL, Postgre
  
  SQL, SQL Server, Oracle) and stored procedure testing.
• Proficiency in mocking techniques for database interactions using Mockito, JMock, Wire Mock, or similar frameworks.
• Hands-on experience with unit testing frameworks such as JUnit, NUnit, or TestNG.
• Expertise in writing complex SQL queries, stored procedures, and triggers for test validation.
• Experience in CI/CD automation with tools like Jenkins, Git Hub Actions, or Azure Dev Ops.
• Familiarity with API testing and backend validation using Postman, Rest Assured, or SoapUI.
• Strong problem-solving skills and ability to debug database-related issues.
• Experience with test data management and creating reusable test datasets.

• Design, develop, and maintain automated test frameworks for mobile (Android) and web applications using Appium, Selenium, Playwright, or similar tools.
• Develop and execute API test automation using tools like Postman, Rest Assured, or Karate.
• Proficiency in programming languages such as Java, Type Script, JavaScript, or Kotlin.
• Experience with performance testing of databases using JMeter or Gatling.
• Knowledge of No
  
  SQL databases (Mongo
  
  DB, Redis) and their testing approaches.
• Exposure to containerized environments with Docker and Kubernetes.
• Familiarity with security testing techniques for database vulnerabilities.
• Understanding of cloud-based database solutions (AWS RDS, Azure SQL, Google Cloud SQL).

The annual salary for this position is between $111,000 – $131,000 +COLA+ Bonus depending on experience and other qualifications of the successful candidate.

• 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

Employee Stock Purchase Plan Disclaimer:
The salary, other compensation, and benefits 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.

Applications will be accepted until January 3rd, 2026.

Please note, this role is not able to offer visa transfer or sponsorship now or in the future.

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