Automated Test Engineer (Edifecs)

Syms Strategic Group, LLC (SSG)•Ashburn, VA

9d•$85,389 - $116,975•Remote

About The Position

Syms Strategic Group (SSG) is hiring an Automated Test Engineer to support the Department of Veterans Affairs. This is a full-time, 100% U.S.-based remote W-2 position; applicants from California, Colorado, Illinois, Minnesota, New Jersey, New York, Oregon, or Washington will not be considered. The position requires U.S. citizenship and possession of, or eligibility to obtain, a Public Trust (MBI). The salary range is $85,389–$116,975, and the role requires 10 or more years of professional experience. The engineer develops and executes plans, cases, scripts, schedules, and procedures to verify that information systems meet organizational standards and user needs. The role performs and leads software and IT systems testing, verifies work products, documents results and metrics, supports issue analysis and resolution, and communicates progress to management. It also contributes to project completion, process improvements, and, occasionally, other systems engineering work. The role involves technical problem-solving, independent development of solutions, and frequent contact with internal organizations and external customers. Deep hands-on experience with Edifecs and EDI X.12 transactions is desired, including medical claims transactions (837, 834, 835, 277, etc.), 270/271 and 278, and 999 transactions. A bachelor's degree in Computer Science, IT, Engineering, or a related field is required. Advanced testing or quality-assurance certifications are preferred.

Requirements

At least 10 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).
Proven track record working on complex software projects and ensuring high-quality deliverables.
Experience with 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 AWS and Azure.

Nice To Haves

Deep hands-on Edifecs experience.
Experience with EDI X.12 transaction standards and workflows, including medical claims transactions (837, 834, 835, 277, etc.), 270/271 and 278 transactions, and 999 transactions.
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 approaches.
Write test cases and scripts and identify data for test scenarios.
Conduct test case and script walkthroughs with Test Managers, Requirement Leads, Project Managers, and Development Leads.
Perform and lead tests of software and IT systems to ensure proper operation and freedom from defects.
Verify 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 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 systems engineering activities, such as requirements, design, installation, operation, sustainment, and support.
Establish goals for assigned work, provide direction to employees according to established policies and management guidance, and measure whether objectives have been met.
Independently determine and develop approaches to technical solutions, using sound judgment in selecting methods and techniques.
Contribute to completion of specific programs and projects.
Maintain frequent inter-organizational and external customer contacts and represent the organization in resolving difficult technical issues associated with projects.