Automated Test Engineer (Edifecs)

Syms Strategic Group, LLC (SSG)•Columbia, 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 full-time, 100% U.S.-based remote position requiring U.S. citizenship and the ability to possess 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 position is W-2 and offers a salary range of $85,389–$116,975. Applicants selected will be subject to a government security investigation and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information. A background investigation may include criminal history, employment and education verification, drug testing, and creditworthiness. 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 and leads software and IT system testing, verifies work products using defined methods and environments, documents and communicates results, supports issue analysis and resolution, and produces daily test metrics and reports. The engineer may also contribute to other systems engineering activities, including requirements, design, installation, operation, sustainment, and support. The position requires at least 10 years of professional experience, a bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, IT, Engineering, or a related field, and experience with manual and automated testing, complex software projects, Agile/Scrum, and the software development life cycle. Desired experience includes hands-on Edifecs work with EDI X.12 transactions and workflows, including medical claims (837, 834, 835, 277, etc.), 270/271, 278, and 999 transactions. Advanced testing or quality assurance certifications are preferred. SSG emphasizes that applicants’ answers to screening questions must be supported by their resumes. Recruiters and third parties 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. Syms Strategic Group, LLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

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.
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 AWS and Azure.

Nice To Haves

Deep hands-on EDIFECS experience with Electronic Data Interchange (EDI) 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, test schedules, test approaches, test cases, scripts, and procedures.
Identify data for test scenarios and 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.
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 system engineering activities, including 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.
Develop technical solutions to difficult problems by evaluating data, independently determining approaches, and selecting appropriate methods and techniques.
Contribute to completion of programs and projects and represent the organization in resolving difficult technical issues.
Maintain frequent contact with internal organizations and external customers.