Automated Test Engineer (Edifecs)

Syms Strategic Group, LLC (SSG)•Bethesda, MD

9d•$85,389 - $116,975•Remote

About The Position

Syms Strategic Group (SSG) is seeking an experienced Automated Test Engineer to support the Department of Veterans Affairs. This is a 100% U.S.-based remote, full-time W-2 position, subject to location exclusions for candidates from CA, CO, IL, MN, NJ, NY, OR, and WA. U.S. citizenship is required, and the candidate must possess or qualify for a Public Trust (MBI). Selected applicants are subject to a government security investigation and other background checks. The role develops and executes test plans, cases, procedures, scripts, schedules, and test data to verify that information systems meet organizational standards and end-user requirements. The engineer conducts and leads software and IT system testing, verifies work products, documents and communicates results, supports issue analysis and resolution, and reports progress and test metrics. The role may also include other IT systems engineering activities, including requirements, design, installation, operation, sustainment, and support. The position contributes technical solutions to complex problems, supports projects and programs, and communicates with internal organizations and external customers. The position requires 10 or more years of professional experience, a bachelor's degree in Computer Science, IT, Engineering, or a related field, and experience with complex software projects, manual and automated testing, Agile/Scrum, SDLC, test management, defect tracking, version control, CI/CD, performance testing, security testing, and multiple testing approaches. Deep hands-on EDIFECS experience with EDI X.12 workflows is desired. Advanced testing or quality assurance certifications are preferred.

Requirements

10 or more years of professional experience.
Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, IT, Engineering, or a related field.
U.S. citizenship.
Must possess or qualify for a Public Trust (MBI).
A proven track record working on complex software projects and ensuring high-quality deliverables.
Experience in both manual and automated testing.
Experience with Agile/Scrum methodologies and understanding of the Software Development Life Cycle (SDLC).
Proficiency in writing and executing test cases, test scripts, and test plans.
Familiarity with continuous integration/continuous deployment tools, such as GitHub Actions.
Familiarity with version control systems, such as Git and Apache Subversion (SVN).
Understanding of performance testing and tools, such as JMeter and Gatling.
Familiarity with programming languages such as Java, Python, C#, or JavaScript.
Experience with defect tracking and management tools, such as JIRA and Bugzilla.
Experience with Commercial Off the Shelf (COTS) products.
Understanding of security testing practices and tools.
Knowledge of functional, regression, integration, system, usability, and User Acceptance Testing (UAT).
Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
Strong communication and collaboration abilities.
Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
Attention to detail and commitment to high-quality work.
Ability to prioritize multiple tasks and meet deadlines.
Ability to understand business requirements and translate them into effective test scenarios.
Experience with test management tools.
Knowledge of DevOps practices and tools.
Ability to conduct test reviews and provide constructive feedback.
Strong understanding of risk-based testing, exploratory testing, and context-driven testing.
Familiarity with cloud-based testing platforms, such as Amazon Web Services (AWS) and Azure.

Nice To Haves

Deep hands-on EDIFECS experience with Electronic Data Interchange X.12 (EDI) transaction standards and workflows, including medical claims transactions 837, 834, 835, and 277; 270/271 and 278 transactions; and 999 transactions.
Experience with Edifecs.
Advanced testing or quality assurance certifications, such as ISTQB, CSTE, or CSQA.

Responsibilities

Develop and execute test plans, test cases, and test procedures to ensure information systems products and services meet organizational standards and end-user requirements.
Develop test plans, schedules, and testing approaches.
Write test cases and scripts and identify data for test scenarios.
Conduct walkthroughs of test cases and scripts with Test Managers, Requirement Leads, Project Managers, and Development Leads.
Perform and lead software and IT systems testing to ensure proper operation and freedom from defects.
Perform verification activities on work products using defined methods, procedures, and criteria in an appropriate verification environment.
Document and communicate test results.
Support analysis of test results and resolution of open issues.
Document and work to resolve complex problems and report problem-resolution progress to management.
Devise improvements to current procedures and develop models of possible future configurations.
Create daily test metrics and reporting.
Occasionally perform other IT system engineering activities, including requirements, design, installation, operation, sustainment, and support.
Establish goals for assigned work and measure whether objectives have been met.
Provide direction to employees according to established policies and management guidance.
Develop technical solutions to difficult problems, independently determining approaches and applying judgment in selecting solution methods and techniques.
Contribute to specific programs and projects and represent the organization in addressing difficult technical issues.
Maintain frequent contact with other organizations and outside customers.