Full Stack Developer (Edifecs)

Syms Strategic Group, LLC (SSG)•Wichita, KS

2d•$85,389 - $116,975•Remote

About The Position

Syms Strategic Group (SSG) is seeking an experienced Full Stack Developer for a full-time, 100% U.S.-based remote position supporting the Department of Veterans Affairs. The role focuses on software and IT systems testing, including planning, executing, documenting, and reporting test activities to verify that products and services meet organizational standards and end-user requirements. The position requires at least 10 years of professional experience and a Public Trust (MBI) clearance or eligibility to obtain one. U.S. citizenship is required. Candidates residing in California, Colorado, Illinois, Minnesota, New Jersey, New York, Oregon, or Washington will not be considered. This is a W-2 position. The developer will create test plans, schedules, cases, scripts, and test data; lead or conduct tests and verification activities; communicate results; support issue analysis and resolution; and produce daily test metrics. The role may also involve other IT systems engineering activities, including requirements, design, installation, operations, sustainment, and support. The position contributes to project completion, develops solutions to difficult technical problems, and works with internal organizations and external customers. Deep hands-on Edifecs experience and knowledge of X.12 EDI workflows are desired, including medical claims transactions (837, 834, 835, 277, etc.), 270/271, 278, and 999. Advanced testing or quality-assurance certifications are preferred. Applicants are subject to government security and background investigations and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information. Interviews are conducted on Microsoft Teams with the camera on.

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 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 involving Electronic Data Interchange X.12 (EDI) transaction standards and key X12 workflows.
Experience with X.12 medical claims transactions, including 837, 834, 835, and 277.
Experience with 270/271 and 278 transactions.
Experience with 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, test 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 system tests 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 test-result analysis and resolution of open issues.
Document and work to resolve complex problems, and report progress on resolution 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 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 using sound judgment to select methods and techniques.
Contribute to completion of specific programs and projects.
Maintain frequent inter-organizational and outside customer contacts and represent the organization in addressing difficult technical issues associated with specific projects.