Software Development Engineer in Test (SDET) - Cogent Infotech Corp - Tampa, FL

Position Summary: Are you ready to build innovative test automation solutions that power global financial markets? At Cogent, we are seeking a Software Development Engineer in Test (SDET) to join our dynamic IT organization. Cogent Infotech has been retained by Top 10 Financial clients. This role is ideal for technically proficient professionals passionate about quality engineering, test automation, and driving continuous improvement in Agile development environments. As an SDET, you will play a crucial role in delivering high-quality, secure and reliable software solutions by designing and developing automated test frameworks and scripts. You will work closely with developers, QA analysts and product managers to ensure smooth integration and deployment of critical applications. Job Title: Software Development Engineer in Test (SDET) Location: Tampa, FL | Coppell, TX (75019) | Jersey City, NJ Salary: $70,000$120,000 per year (post-deployment) What Youll Do: Design, develop and maintain automated test solutions using Java and Selenium Enhance and support existing test automation frameworks Develop and execute functional and integration test cases Analyze system requirements and collaborate on user stories to ensure testability Document test strategies, test cases, and test results clearly for both technical and non-technical stakeholders Participate in Agile ceremonies, including daily standups, sprint planning, and retrospectives Create and run complex SQL queries to validate backend data integrity Collaborate across teams including DevOps, Product Management and Application Development What Were Looking For: Proven experience in Java programming and Selenium-based test automation Experience creating test plans and test scripts in Agile environments Familiarity with test management tools like JIRA and ALM Proficiency in writing complex SQL queries Strong understanding of Agile CI/CD pipelines and version control systems Excellent communication and problem-solving sk