Senior Software Test Engineer

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

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 salary range is $85,389–$116,975. Applicants residing in California, Colorado, Illinois, Minnesota, New Jersey, New York, Oregon, or Washington will not be considered. This is not an SQA tester position; strong programming skills are required. The engineer will develop and execute test plans, cases, scripts, and procedures; lead testing and verification activities; document results and metrics; support issue analysis and resolution; and provide technical solutions to complex project problems. The role also involves collaborating with project, requirements, test, and development leads, mentoring junior testers, and occasionally supporting other IT systems engineering activities. A bachelor's degree in a related field and at least 10 years of relevant experience are required. Advanced testing or quality assurance certifications and experience with EDI medical claims or cloud testing platforms are desirable.

Requirements

Strong programming skills, such as in C#, Java, or Python.
A proven track record working on complex software projects and ensuring high-quality deliverables.
At least 10 years of total professional experience and at least 10 years of experience in software testing and quality assurance.
A bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Engineering, or a related field.
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.
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 attention to detail.
Ability to work independently and as part of a team, 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 testing, exploratory testing, and context-driven testing.
U.S. citizenship is required.
Must possess or qualify for a Public Trust (MBI) and meet eligibility requirements for a government security investigation.

Nice To Haves

Advanced testing or quality assurance certifications, such as ISTQB, CSTE, or CSQA.
Experience with Electronic Data Interchange X.12 medical claims, including formats such as 837, 834, and 277.
Familiarity with cloud-based testing platforms such as AWS and Azure.

Responsibilities

Develop and execute test plans, test cases, and test procedures to ensure systems, products, and services meet organizational standards and end-user requirements.
Develop test plans, schedules, and 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 tests of software and IT systems 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 results, and help resolve open issues.
Document complex problems, work toward their resolution, and report 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 to develop solutions to difficult problems and independently determine approaches.
Establish goals to meet assigned objectives, provide direction to employees according to established policies and management guidance, and measure whether objectives have been met.
Review completed work for adequacy and contribute to specific programs and projects.
Represent the organization in providing solutions to difficult technical issues and maintain frequent inter-organizational and customer contacts.
Mentor and guide junior testers, conduct test reviews, and provide constructive feedback.