COGNITIVE MEDICAL SYSTEMS INC

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Cognitive Medical Systems is seeking a versatile and experienced Software Development Test Engineer to support the testing of web and mobile applications across the full development lifecycle. The ideal candidate will have a strong foundation in both manual and automated testing, including accessibility (508) compliance, functional validation, API testing, and security-focused quality assurance. This role works closely with cross-functional Agile teams to ensure the delivery of high-quality, secure, and accessible software products.  Key Responsibilities:  * Create and maintain automated test suites and test cases to support continuous integration and delivery. * Conduct manual and automated testing of REST APIs and user interfaces.  * Develop and enhance test-automation frameworks and supporting tools (e.g., Groovy, Java) to increase efficiency and reliability. * Develop and execute comprehensive test plans and test cases for both web and mobile applications. * Perform end-to-end testing, including functional, regression, integration, and accessibility (508) testing. * Collaborate with developers, analysts, designers, and project managers to define acceptance criteria and ensure quality throughout the SDLC. * Identify, document, and track defects using standard issue tracking tools (e.g., Jira). * Participate in Agile ceremonies and contribute to continuous improvement of QA processes. * Ensure testing practices align with security protocols and organizational standards. * Stay current on best practices and evolving trends in software QA, accessibility, and security. Required Skills, Education & Experience:  * Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Information Technology, or related field (or equivalent experience). * 5+ years of software QA experience, including manual and automated testing. * Proficiency in automation scripting languages such as Groovy and Java, with the ability to design and maintain scalable, reusable test scripts. * Experience testing web and mobile applications. * Familiarity with REST API testing and tools such as Postman. * Proficiency in SQL and ability to validate data integrity. * Experience with accessibility testing tools and standards (e.g., Lighthouse, Axe, JAWS, NVDA). * Strong understanding of Agile development environments. * Excellent problem-solving and communication skills. * Self-motivated with the ability to work independently and within a team. * US Citizenship required. * Ability to obtain a Position of Public Trust - Medium Background Investigation (MBI) * Willingness to provide after-hours on-call support as needed. Preferred Qualifications:  * Experience with automated test frameworks (e.g.,Katalon Studios, Selenium). * Experience with Git for version control. * Familiarity with Azure Cloud Environment. * Experience with healthcare or government systems.