Syms Strategic Group (SSG) is seeking a talented Senior Software Test Engineer Location: Remote Department: Veterans Affairs (VA) Type: Full Time Min. Experience: Experienced Security Clearance Level: Public Trust (MBI) Military Veterans are highly encouraged to apply! Essential Duties and Responsibilities NOTE: This is NOT an SQA tester position. Candidates MUST have strong programming skills, often in languages such as C#, .Net, Java, or Python. Develop and execute test plans, test cases, and test procedures to ensure that all information systems, products, and services meet organizational standards and end-user requirements Develop test plans, test schedule, and approach Write test cases and scripts and identifies data for test scenarios Conduct a walk through on test case(s)/script(s) with Test Managers, Requirement Leads, Project Managers, and Development Leads Perform and lead tests and software and/or Information Technology (IT) systems to ensure proper operation and freedom from defects Perform verification activities on work products using defined methods, procedures, and criteria with an appropriate verification environment Document and communicate test results Support analysis of test results and resolution of open issues Document and communicate test results Support analysis of test results and resolution of open issues Document and work to resolve all complex problems Report progress on problem resolution to management Devise improvement 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 Apply technical principles, theories, and concepts in the field Receive assignments in the form of objectives and establish goals to meet outlined objectives Provide direction to employees according to established policies and management guidance Measure whether objectives have been met Provide technical solutions to a wide range of difficult problems where analysis of data requires evaluation of identifiable factors Ensure that solutions are imaginative, thorough, practicable, and consistent with organizational objectives Independently determine and develop approach to solutions Review work upon completion for adequacy in meeting objectives Demonstrate good judgment in selecting methods and techniques for obtaining solutions Contribute to completion of specific programs and projects Perform frequent inter-organizational and outside customer contacts Represent organization in providing solutions to difficult technical issues associated with specific projects