Full Stack Developer (Edifecs)

Syms Strategic Group, LLC (SSG)•Annapolis, MD

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, verification, quality, and related engineering activities. The position requires 10+ years of professional experience, 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. This is a W-2 position. The salary range is $85,389–$116,975. The developer will develop and execute test plans, cases, scripts, and procedures; conduct and lead testing and verification; document and communicate results; support issue resolution; and provide test metrics and reporting. The position may also involve other IT systems engineering activities, including requirements, design, installation, operation, sustainment, and support. Desired experience includes hands-on Edifecs work with X.12 EDI transactions, including medical claims and related workflows.

Requirements

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 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 X.12 transaction standards and workflows, including medical claims transactions 837, 834, 835, and 277, as well as 270/271, 278, and 999 transactions.
Experience with Edifecs.
Advanced testing or quality assurance certifications are preferred, 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 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 systems 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 analysis of test 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 reporting.
Occasionally perform other IT systems engineering activities, including requirements, design, installation, operation, sustainment, and support.
Establish goals to meet outlined objectives, provide direction according to established policies and management guidance, and measure whether objectives have been met.
Develop technical solutions to difficult problems, independently determine approaches, and use sound judgment in selecting methods and techniques.
Contribute to program and project completion and represent the organization in addressing difficult technical issues associated with specific projects.
Maintain frequent contacts with internal organizations and outside customers.