Full Stack Developer (Edifecs)

Syms Strategic Group, LLC (SSG)•Huntsville, AL

2d•$85,389 - $116,975•Remote

About The Position

Syms Strategic Group (SSG) is seeking an experienced Full Stack Developer for its Veterans Affairs (VA) department. This is a full-time, 100% U.S.-based remote W-2 position with a salary range of $85,389 to $116,975. Candidates residing in California, Colorado, Illinois, Minnesota, New Jersey, New York, Oregon, or Washington will not be considered. U.S. citizenship is required, and the selected candidate must possess or qualify for a Public Trust (MBI) and meet applicable government investigation and clearance eligibility requirements. The role focuses on developing and executing test plans, cases, scripts, and procedures to verify that information systems products and services meet organizational standards and end-user requirements. The developer will conduct and lead software and IT system testing, verify work products, document and communicate results, help analyze results and resolve issues, and report testing progress and metrics. The position may also involve other IT systems engineering activities, including requirements, design, installation, operation, sustainment, and support. The successful candidate will work on complex technical problems, independently develop approaches and solutions, contribute to programs and projects, and communicate with internal organizations and external customers. Desired experience includes hands-on Edifecs work with healthcare EDI X12 transactions, including medical claims and related workflows.

Requirements

10 or more 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).
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).
Strong 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, exploratory, and context-driven testing.

Nice To Haves

Deep hands-on EDIFECS experience with Electronic Data Interchange (EDI) X.12 transaction standards and workflows, including X.12 medical claims (837, 834, 835, 277, and others), 270/271 and 278 transactions, and 999 transactions.
Experience with Edifecs.
Advanced testing or quality assurance certifications, such as ISTQB, CSTE, or CSQA.
Familiarity with cloud-based testing platforms such as AWS and Azure.

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 test case and script walkthroughs 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.
Support analysis of test results and resolution of open issues.
Document and work to resolve complex problems, and report resolution progress 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, 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 determine approaches, and use sound judgment in selecting methods and techniques.
Contribute to the completion of specific programs and projects.
Maintain frequent contact with internal organizations and external customers and represent the organization in addressing difficult technical issues associated with specific projects.