Manual Software Testing Contract Jobs in Dallas, TX

About the role
As a Software Test Analyst (API Testing), you will make an impact by ensuring the quality, reliability, and performance of complex applications through comprehensive manual and API testing. You will be a valued member of the Quality Engineering team and work collaboratively with developers, business analysts, product owners, and other stakeholders to deliver high-quality software solutions.
In this role, you will:
• Design and execute detailed manual test scenarios and test cases covering functional and non-functional requirements.
• Develop and execute API test suites to validate service integrations, data integrity, and error handling.
• Analyze business and technical requirements to identify test conditions, edge cases, and testing priorities.
• Perform regression testing and support release validation activities across multiple application releases.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to resolve defects, improve test coverage, and support continuous quality improvement initiatives.
Work model
We strive to provide flexibility wherever possible. Based on this role's business requirements, this is a remote position open to qualified applicants within the United States. Regardless of your working arrangement, we are here to support a healthy work-life balance through our various wellbeing programs.
The working arrangements for this role are accurate as of the date of posting. This may change based on the project you're engaged in, as well as business and client requirements. Rest assured; we will always be clear about role expectations.
What you need to have to be considered
• Experience in manual software testing, including test case design, execution, defect management, and regression testing.
• Hands-on experience with API testing tools and methodologies for validating service integrations and data flows.
• Ability to analyze business requirements and technical specifications to create effective test strategies and scenarios.
• Experience documenting and tracking defects with detailed reproduction steps and impact analysis.
• Strong collaboration and communication skills with the ability to work effectively across business and technology teams.
These will help you stand out
• Experience supporting User Acceptance Testing (UAT) initiatives.
• Knowledge of testing best practices, quality standards, and risk-based testing methodologies.
• Experience working within Agile software development environments.
• Exposure to research and development, sales and marketing, or other business domains.
• Experience contributing to test process improvements, metrics reporting, and quality governance initiatives.
We're excited to meet people who share our mission and can make an impact in a variety of ways. Don't hesitate to apply, even if you only meet the minimum requirements listed. Think about your transferable experiences and unique skills that make you stand out as someone who can bring new and exciting things to this role.
Salary and Other Compensation:
Applications will be accepted until August 14, 2026.
The annual salary for this position is between $44,834 - $76,500 depending on experience and other qualifications of the successful candidate.
This position is also eligible for Cognizant's discretionary annual incentive program, based on performance and subject to the terms of Cognizant's applicable plans.
Benefits:
Cognizant offers the following benefits for this position, subject to applicable eligibility requirements:
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
Cognizant will only consider applicants for this position who are legally authorized to work in the United States without company sponsorship.
*Please note, this role is not able to offer visa transfer or sponsorship now or in the future*
About Cognizant:
Cognizant (Nasdaq: CTSH) is an AI Builder and technology services provider, bridging the gap between AI investment and enterprise value by building full-stack AI solutions for our clients. Our deep industry, process and engineering expertise enables us to build an organization's unique context into technology systems that amplify human potential, drive tangible outcomes and keep global enterprises ahead in a fast-changing world. See how at cognizant.ai or @cognizant.
Additional employment information
Compensation 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.
Applicants may be required to attend interviews in person or by video conference. In addition, candidates may be required to present their current state or government issued ID during each interview.
Cognizant is an equal opportunity employer. Your application and candidacy will not be considered based on race, color, sex, religion, creed, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, veteran status or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.
If you have a disability that requires reasonable accommodation to search for a job opening or submit an application, please email [email protected] for roles based in the Americas or [email protected] for roles based in India.