Software Developer in Test (SDET)

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

2d•$85,389 - $116,975•Remote

About The Position

Syms Strategic Group (SSG) is hiring an experienced Software Developer in Test (SDET) for a full-time, 100% U.S.-based remote position supporting the Department of Veterans Affairs. This is not an SQA tester position; strong programming skills are required. The role requires a Public Trust (MBI) clearance or eligibility and U.S. citizenship. The salary range is $85,389–$116,975. Candidates residing in California, Colorado, Illinois, Minnesota, New Jersey, New York, Oregon, or Washington will not be considered. The SDET develops and executes test plans, cases, procedures, schedules, and scripts to verify that information systems, products, and services meet organizational standards and end-user requirements. The role leads testing and verification activities, documents and communicates results, supports issue analysis and resolution, creates daily test metrics, and recommends improvements. It may also include other IT systems engineering activities, such as requirements, design, installation, operation, sustainment, and support. The position calls for independent technical problem-solving, sound judgment, and the ability to develop practical solutions consistent with organizational objectives. The SDET contributes to projects, communicates with internal organizations and external customers, and may provide direction to employees and mentor junior testers. Applicants must have a bachelor’s degree in a related field and at least 10 years of professional experience, including at least 10 years in software testing and quality assurance. Interviews are conducted on Microsoft Teams with the candidate’s camera on, and applicants will be asked to provide a LinkedIn profile link. This is a W-2 position.

Requirements

Strong programming skills, such as in C#, Java, or Python; the posting also mentions .NET as an example in its role description.
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 record working on complex software projects and delivering high-quality work.
Experience with manual and automated testing, Agile/Scrum methodologies, and the software development life cycle (SDLC).
Proficiency in writing and executing test cases, scripts, and 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 and 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, communication and collaboration abilities, attention to detail, and commitment to high-quality work.
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.
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 be able to meet applicable government investigation and security-clearance eligibility requirements.

Nice To Haves

Advanced testing or quality-assurance certifications, such as ISTQB, CSTE, or CSQA.
Experience with Electronic Data Interchange (EDI) X.12 medical claims, including claims 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, procedures, schedules, and approaches to verify systems, products, and services against organizational standards and end-user requirements.
Write test cases and scripts and identify data for test scenarios.
Conduct test case and script walkthroughs with Test Managers, Requirement Leads, Project Managers, and Development Leads.
Perform and lead software and IT systems testing to ensure proper 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 progress on resolution 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.
Develop technical solutions to difficult problems, independently determine approaches, and review completed work for adequacy against objectives.
Contribute to programs and projects and represent the organization in addressing difficult technical issues.
Provide direction to employees according to established policies and management guidance.
Mentor and guide junior testers and conduct test reviews with constructive feedback.