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Senior QA Engineer

Cognyte

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Original Job Summary

Senior QA Engineer at Cognyte

We are seeking a detail-oriented and proactive QA Engineer to join our team. In this role, you will play a critical role in ensuring the quality and reliability of our software products by thoroughly analyzing customer requirements, creating and executing test plans, and identifying issues throughout the development lifecycle.

Responsibilities

  • Analyze customer requirement documents (FRS, HLD, etc.)
  • Create test plans and test cases
  • Execute tests using various simulators and analysis tools
  • Identify issues and log bugs using specific tools
  • Meet deadlines for each project phase
  • Assess and report quality risks
  • Report QA activities and project progress
  • Participate in meetings with customer representatives, architects, and developers

Requirements

  • 3-5 years of QA experience with complex systems
  • Knowledge in SQL, Linux, and Wireshark
  • Advantageous: Testing experience with 3G, 4G, VoLTE, 5G, and IP protocols (VOIP, TCP/IP, FTP)
  • Experience with QA methodologies and testing documents
  • Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science/IT
  • Good understanding of client-server architectures
  • Experience with quality center, JIRA or equivalent
  • Ability to work independently and multitask in a dynamic environment
  • Willingness to travel for short periods

Key skills/competency

  • QA
  • Test Plans
  • SQL
  • Linux
  • Bug Tracking
  • Client-Server
  • JIRA
  • Wireshark
  • IP Protocols
  • Communication

How to Get Hired at Cognyte

🎯 Tips for Getting Hired

  • Customize your resume: Highlight QA methodologies and technical skills.
  • Emphasize relevant experience: Include software testing and bug logging roles.
  • Use keywords: Incorporate SQL, Linux, JIRA, and QA in your resume.
  • Prepare for interviews: Familiarize yourself with test planning and client-server architecture.

📝 Interview Preparation Advice

Technical Preparation

Review test plan fundamentals
Practice SQL queries and Linux commands
Familiarize with network protocol basics
Study QA tools like JIRA

Behavioral Questions

Discuss teamwork in challenging projects
Describe handling tight deadlines
Explain independent work examples
Share multi-tasking experiences