Full Stack Developer (Edifecs)

Syms Strategic Group, LLC (SSG)•Lansing, MI

2d•$85,389 - $116,975•Remote

About The Position

Syms Strategic Group (SSG) is hiring a Full Stack Developer for a remote, full-time position supporting the Department of Veterans Affairs. This is a 100% U.S.-based remote W-2 opportunity; candidates residing in California, Colorado, Illinois, Minnesota, New Jersey, New York, Oregon, or Washington will not be considered. U.S. citizenship is required, and candidates must possess or qualify for a Public Trust (MBI). Applicants selected will be subject to a government security investigation and must meet applicable eligibility requirements. The role focuses substantially on software testing and quality assurance. The developer will plan, write, execute, and lead manual and automated tests; verify software and IT system work products; document results and metrics; analyze findings and support issue resolution; and contribute to improvements in testing procedures. 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 EDI X12 transactions and workflows. The salary range is $85,389–$116,975. Interviews are conducted on Microsoft Teams with the camera on, and candidates will be asked to provide a LinkedIn profile link. Military veterans are encouraged to apply. Applicants must ensure that answers to screening questions are supported by their resumes; recruiters and third parties will not be considered.

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).
Proven track record working on complex software projects and ensuring high-quality deliverables.
Experience in manual and automated testing.
Experience with Agile/Scrum methodologies and knowledge 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 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) X12 transaction standards and workflows, including medical claims transactions 837, 834, 835, and 277; 270/271 and 278 transactions; and 999 transactions.
Experience with Edifecs.
Advanced testing or quality assurance certifications 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 system testing to verify proper operation and identify defects.
Perform verification activities on work products using defined methods, procedures, criteria, and appropriate environments.
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.
Develop improvements to current procedures and 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.
Establish goals for assigned work and measure whether objectives have been met.
Develop technical solutions to difficult problems, independently determining approaches and exercising judgment in selecting methods and techniques.
Contribute to completion of programs and projects.
Engage with internal organizations and external customers, representing the organization in addressing difficult technical issues associated with projects.
Provide direction to employees according to established policies and management guidance.