Senior Software Test Engineer

Syms Strategic Group, LLC (SSG)•Arlington, VA

1d•$85,389 - $116,975•Remote

About The Position

Syms Strategic Group (SSG) is hiring a Senior Software Test Engineer for a full-time, 100% U.S.-based remote position supporting the Department of Veterans Affairs. This is a W-2 role requiring U.S. citizenship and a Public Trust (MBI) clearance or eligibility to obtain one. The position is not an SQA tester role; strong programming skills are required. Candidates residing in California, Colorado, Illinois, Minnesota, New Jersey, New York, Oregon, or Washington will not be considered. The engineer develops and executes test plans, cases, procedures, and scripts to verify that information systems, products, and services meet organizational standards and end-user requirements. The role includes leading software and IT systems testing, verifying work products, documenting and communicating results, supporting issue analysis and resolution, and reporting progress and daily test metrics. The engineer may also contribute to other systems engineering activities, provide technical solutions to complex problems, improve procedures, and mentor or guide junior testers. The position involves collaboration with test managers, requirements leads, project managers, development leads, management, and customers. Applicants must have at least 10 years of total work experience and 10 years in software testing and quality assurance, along with a bachelor’s degree in a relevant field. Advanced testing or quality assurance certifications are noted. Desired experience includes EDI X.12 medical claims and cloud-based testing platforms.

Requirements

Strong programming skills, often in C#, Java, or Python; the description also cites .NET among example languages and technologies.
At least 10 years of total professional work experience and at least 10 years of software testing and quality assurance experience.
Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Engineering, or a related field.
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, scripts, and plans.
Strong knowledge of test automation frameworks and tools such as Selenium, TestNG, JUnit, QTP, or LoadRunner.
Experience with CI/CD tools such as GitHub Actions.
Familiarity with version control systems such as Git and Subversion.
Understanding of performance testing and tools such as JMeter and Gatling.
Experience with defect tracking and management tools such as JIRA and Bugzilla.
Knowledge of databases and SQL for validating stored data.
Experience testing web applications, APIs, and services.
Understanding of security testing practices and tools.
Experience with functional, regression, integration, system, usability, and User Acceptance Testing (UAT).
Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills; strong communication and collaboration abilities; and 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 and knowledge of DevOps practices and tools.
Strong understanding of risk-based, exploratory, and context-driven testing.
U.S. citizenship is required.
Must possess or qualify for a Public Trust (MBI).
Applicants must provide resume information that supports their answers to mandatory screening questions; applications with inconsistencies will not be considered.
Applicants must provide a link to their LinkedIn profile as part of screening.

Nice To Haves

Advanced certifications in testing or quality assurance, such as ISTQB, CSTE, or CSQA.
Experience with Electronic Data Interchange (EDI) X.12 medical claims, including 837, 834, and 277 transactions.
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 walkthroughs of test cases and scripts with Test Managers, Requirement Leads, Project Managers, and Development Leads.
Perform and lead software and IT systems testing to ensure proper operation and freedom from defects.
Perform verification activities on work products using defined methods, procedures, criteria, and appropriate verification 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 problem-resolution progress 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.
Apply technical principles, theories, and concepts in the field.
Establish goals to meet assigned objectives and provide direction to employees according to established policies and management guidance.
Measure whether objectives have been met and review completed work for adequacy in meeting objectives.
Develop imaginative, thorough, practicable technical solutions consistent with organizational objectives, independently determining approaches and using sound judgment in selecting methods and techniques.
Contribute to the completion of programs and projects.
Engage frequently with internal organizations and outside customers, representing the organization in resolving difficult technical issues associated with projects.
Mentor and guide junior testers, conduct test reviews, and provide constructive feedback.