Senior QA Engineer @ Cognyte
placeHybrid
attach_money $120,000
businessHybrid
scheduleFull-time
Posted 12 hours ago
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Job Overview
Today’s world is crime-riddled and criminals are increasingly sophisticated. At Cognyte, our dedicated team has been protecting communities for nearly 30 years by developing investigative analytics software solutions. We are looking for a detail-oriented and proactive Senior QA Engineer to join our team and ensure the quality and reliability of our software products.
Key Responsibilities
- Analyze customer requirement documents (FRS, HLD, etc.)
- Create and execute detailed test plans and test cases
- Run tests using multiple simulators and analysis tools
- Identify issues and log bugs using specific tools
- Assess quality risks and report QA activities and project milestones
- Participate in meetings with customer representatives, architects, and developers
Qualifications
- 7 years of experience as a software tester in complex systems
- Proficient in SQL, Linux, Wireshark, and Windows Servers
- Experience testing in 3G, 4G, VoLTE, and 5G is an advantage
- Familiarity with IP protocols (VOIP, TCP/IP, FTP, etc.) is a plus
- Expertise in QA methodologies and experience with tools such as Quality Center and JIRA
- Bachelor’s degree in computer science or IT
- Strong knowledge of client-server architecture and end-to-end testing
- Ability to work independently, multi-task, and meet deadlines
Key skills/competency
- QA Testing
- Test Planning
- Bug Tracking
- SQL
- Linux
- Wireshark
- Client-Server
- JIRA
- Quality Center
- IP Protocols
How to Get Hired at Cognyte
🎯 Tips for Getting Hired
- Research Cognyte's culture: Review mission, values, and software innovations.
- Tailor your resume: Highlight QA methodologies and tech expertise.
- Customize your application: Emphasize testing and collaboration skills.
- Prepare for interviews: Focus on problem-solving and tech questions.
📝 Interview Preparation Advice
Technical Preparation
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Review SQL and Linux basics.
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Practice using Wireshark and network tools.
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Study client-server architecture concepts.
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Refresh knowledge on IP protocol testing.
Behavioral Questions
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Describe problem solving under tight deadlines.
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Explain how you manage multiple tasks simultaneously.
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Discuss teamwork in cross-functional projects.
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Share a challenge and how you overcame it.
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