Automated Test Engineer (Edifecs)

Syms Strategic Group, LLC (SSG)•Detroit, MI

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 full-time, 100% U.S.-based remote W-2 position requiring U.S. citizenship and the ability to obtain or qualify for a Public Trust (MBI). Candidates residing in California, Colorado, Illinois, Minnesota, New Jersey, New York, Oregon, or Washington will not be considered. The role pays $85,389–$116,975 and requires at least 10 years of professional experience. A bachelor's degree in Computer Science, IT, Engineering, or a related field is required. The engineer develops and executes test plans, schedules, cases, scripts, and procedures to verify that information systems meet organizational standards and end-user requirements. The role performs manual and automated testing, verifies work products, documents results and metrics, supports issue analysis and resolution, and contributes to improvements in testing procedures. It may also involve other systems-engineering activities, including requirements, design, installation, operation, sustainment, and support. The position requires substantial technical judgment and independence, including developing approaches to difficult problems, contributing to projects, and representing the organization in addressing technical issues. Desired experience includes hands-on Edifecs work and X12 healthcare transactions, including medical claims transactions (837, 834, 835, 277, and others), 270/271, 278, and 999. Advanced testing or quality-assurance certifications are preferred. Applicants must support their screening-question responses with information on their resumes. Interviews are conducted on Microsoft Teams with cameras on, and applicants will be asked to provide a LinkedIn profile link.

Requirements

At least 10 years of professional experience.
Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, IT, Engineering, or a related field.
U.S. citizenship is required for this opportunity.
Must possess or qualify for a Public Trust (MBI); applicants must meet applicable government investigation and clearance eligibility requirements.
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, meet deadlines, and translate business requirements 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, exploratory, and context-driven testing.
Familiarity with cloud-based testing platforms such as AWS and Azure.
Candidates residing in California, Colorado, Illinois, Minnesota, New Jersey, New York, Oregon, or Washington are not eligible for this remote position.

Nice To Haves

Deep hands-on EDIFECS experience with Electronic Data Interchange X.12 transaction standards and workflows, including medical claims transactions such as 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, schedules, cases, scripts, procedures, and approaches to ensure information systems meet organizational standards and end-user requirements.
Identify data for test scenarios and conduct walkthroughs of test cases and scripts with Test Managers, Requirement Leads, Project Managers, and Development Leads.
Perform and lead software and IT system tests to verify proper operation and identify defects.
Perform verification activities on work products using defined methods, procedures, criteria, and an appropriate verification environment.
Document and communicate test results, create daily test metrics and reports, and support analysis of results and resolution of open issues.
Document complex problems, work to resolve them, and report progress on problem resolution to management.
Devise improvements to current procedures and develop models of possible future configurations.
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 develop technical approaches and solutions to difficult problems, using judgment in selecting methods and techniques.
Contribute to completion of specific programs and projects and represent the organization in resolving difficult technical issues.
Maintain frequent contacts across the organization and with outside customers.