Senior Software Test Engineer

Syms Strategic Group, LLC (SSG)•Tampa, FL

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 role supporting the Department of Veterans Affairs. This is a W-2 position with a salary range of $85,389–$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 candidates must possess or qualify for a Public Trust (MBI). Selected applicants will be subject to a government security investigation and other background checks. This is not an SQA tester position: strong programming skills are required, typically in languages such as C#, .NET, Java, or Python. The engineer develops and executes test plans, cases, procedures, and scripts; leads testing and verification activities; documents results and metrics; and supports issue analysis and resolution. The position may also involve other systems engineering activities, including requirements, design, installation, operation, sustainment, and support. The role calls for independent technical problem-solving, collaboration with internal teams and customers, and mentoring or providing direction to others. The position requires a bachelor's degree in computer science, information technology, engineering, or a related field, along with at least 10 years of total professional experience and at least 10 years in software testing and quality assurance. Military veterans are encouraged to apply. Candidates must provide resume-supported answers to mandatory screening questions; interviews are conducted on Microsoft Teams with camera enabled, and applicants will be asked for a LinkedIn profile link.

Requirements

Strong programming skills, commonly in C#, Java, or Python; the posting also identifies .NET among typical programming languages.
At least 10 years of total professional work experience and at least 10 years of experience in software testing and quality assurance.
Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Engineering, or a related field.
Proven track record working on complex software projects and delivering high-quality work.
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.
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; 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.
Understanding of risk-based testing, exploratory testing, and context-driven testing.
U.S. citizenship is required for this opportunity.
Must possess or qualify for a Public Trust (MBI).
Mandatory screening answers must be supported by information on the applicant's resume.
Applicants must provide a link to their LinkedIn profile; interviews are conducted on Microsoft Teams with camera on.

Nice To Haves

Advanced testing or quality assurance certification, such as ISTQB, CSTE, or CSQA.
Experience with Electronic Data Interchange (EDI) X.12 medical claims, including formats such as 837, 834, and 277.
Familiarity with cloud-based testing platforms such as AWS and Azure.
Military veteran status is encouraged.

Responsibilities

Develop and execute test plans, test cases, and test procedures to verify that 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 tests of software and IT systems to verify 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 results and resolution of open issues.
Document complex problems, work to resolve them, 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.
Apply technical principles, theories, and concepts; independently determine and develop approaches to solutions for difficult technical problems.
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 in meeting objectives and use sound judgment to select methods and techniques for solutions.
Contribute to programs and projects and maintain frequent inter-organizational and outside customer contacts.
Represent the organization in providing solutions to difficult technical issues associated with specific projects.
Mentor and guide junior testers; conduct test reviews and provide constructive feedback.