Software Developer in Test (SDET)

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

2d•$85,389 - $116,975•Remote

About The Position

Syms Strategic Group (SSG) is seeking an experienced Software Developer in Test to support the Department of Veterans Affairs. This is a full-time, 100% U.S.-based remote W2 position requiring U.S. citizenship and the ability to obtain or qualify for a Public Trust (MBI). Candidates residing in California, Colorado, Illinois, Minnesota, New Jersey, New York, Oregon, or Washington will not be considered. The salary range is $85,389–$116,975. Military veterans are encouraged to apply. This is not an SQA tester position; strong programming skills are required. The SDET 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 leads testing and verification activities, documents and analyzes results, supports issue resolution, produces daily test metrics, and contributes to improvements in testing procedures. The position may also involve other IT systems engineering activities, including requirements, design, installation, operation, sustainment, and support. The role applies technical principles to complex problems, independently develops practical solutions, reviews work for adequacy, contributes to programs and projects, and communicates with internal organizations and external customers. Applicants should have a bachelor's degree in a relevant field and at least 10 years of total professional experience, including at least 10 years in software testing and quality assurance. Candidates must possess or qualify for a Public Trust (MBI).

Requirements

Strong programming skills, such as C#, Java, or Python; the posting also references .NET in its description of relevant programming languages.
At least 10 years of total professional 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 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, 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, 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.
Strong 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); selected applicants are subject to a government security investigation and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information and be able to obtain a government-granted security clearance.

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 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, 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 software and IT systems testing 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 resolution of open issues.
Document and work to resolve complex problems, and report progress on problem 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.
Apply technical principles, theories, and concepts to develop imaginative, thorough, practicable solutions consistent with organizational objectives.
Establish goals to meet assigned objectives, provide direction to employees according to established policies and management guidance, and measure whether objectives have been met.
Independently determine and develop approaches to solutions, select appropriate methods and techniques, and review completed work for adequacy.
Contribute to the completion of programs and projects.
Maintain frequent inter-organizational and external customer contacts and represent the organization in addressing difficult technical issues associated with projects.
Conduct test reviews and provide constructive feedback; mentor and guide junior testers.