Automated Test Engineer (Edifecs)

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

9d•$85,389 - $116,975•Remote

About The Position

Syms Strategic Group (SSG) is seeking an experienced Automated Test Engineer for its Veterans Affairs (VA) department. This is a 100% U.S.-based remote, full-time W-2 position requiring U.S. citizenship and the ability to possess or qualify for a Public Trust (MBI). Candidates from California, Colorado, Illinois, Minnesota, New Jersey, New York, Oregon, or Washington will not be considered. The salary range is $85,389–$116,975. Applicants selected will be subject to a government security investigation and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information and be able to obtain a government-granted security clearance. The engineer develops and executes testing plans, cases, and procedures to verify that information systems products and services meet organizational standards and end-user requirements. The role involves manual and automated testing, documenting and communicating test results, analyzing results and resolving issues, producing daily test metrics, and contributing technical solutions to challenging project issues. The employee may occasionally perform other IT systems engineering activities, including requirements, design, installation, operation, sustainment, and support. The position calls for independent judgment, technical problem-solving, collaboration across organizations, and interaction with external customers. The role requires 10 or more years of professional experience and a bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, IT, Engineering, or a related field. Desired experience includes hands-on Edifecs work involving EDI X.12 transactions and workflows, including medical claims transactions (837, 834, 835, 277, etc.), 270/271, 278, and 999. Advanced testing or quality assurance certifications are preferred. Applicants must provide answers to mandatory screening questions supported by their resumes. Third-party recruiters will not be considered. Interviews are conducted on Microsoft Teams with the camera on, and candidates will be asked to provide a LinkedIn profile link.

Requirements

At least 10 years of professional experience.
A 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 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 delivering 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 key X12 workflows, including medical claims transactions (837, 834, 835, 277, etc.), 270/271 and 278 transactions, and 999 transactions.
Experience with Edifecs.
Advanced certifications in testing or quality assurance, such as ISTQB, CSTE, or CSQA.

Responsibilities

Develop test plans, schedules, approaches, test cases, test scripts, procedures, and test data for 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 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; support analysis of results and resolution of open issues.
Document and work to resolve complex problems, and report progress on problem resolution to management.
Devise improvements to current procedures and develop models of possible future configurations.
Create daily test metrics and reports.
Occasionally perform other IT systems engineering activities, including requirements, design, installation, operation, sustainment, and support.
Receive assignments, establish goals, provide direction to employees according to established policies and management guidance, and measure whether objectives have been met.
Independently develop approaches to technical solutions for difficult problems, using judgment in selecting 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.