Software Test Engineer

Syms Strategic Group, LLC (SSG)•Columbia, MD

3d•$85,389 - $116,975•Remote

About The Position

Syms Strategic Group (SSG) is seeking an experienced Software Test Engineer for a full-time, 100% U.S.-based remote position supporting the Department of Veterans Affairs. This is not an SQA tester position; candidates must have strong programming skills, often in languages such as C#, .NET, Java, or Python. The role requires a Public Trust (MBI) or eligibility to obtain one, and U.S. citizenship is required for this opportunity. Candidates residing in CA, CO, IL, MN, NJ, NY, OR, or WA will not be considered. This is a W-2 position. The Software Test Engineer develops and executes test plans, schedules, cases, scripts, and procedures to verify that information systems, products, and services meet organizational standards and end-user requirements. The role conducts manual and automated testing, verifies work products, documents and communicates test results, supports issue resolution, creates test metrics and reports, and contributes technical solutions to complex project problems. The position may occasionally include other IT systems engineering activities, including requirements, design, installation, operation, sustainment, and support. The role calls for at least 10 years of total professional experience and at least 10 years in software testing and quality assurance, along with a bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Engineering, or a related field. Desired experience includes EDI X.12 medical claims and familiarity with cloud-based testing platforms such as AWS and Azure. Salary range: $85,389–$116,975.

Requirements

Strong programming skills, often in languages such as C#, Java, or Python; the posting also references .NET.
At least 10 years of total professional work experience.
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.
A proven record of 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.
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 mentor and guide junior testers, understand business requirements and translate them into test scenarios, conduct test reviews, and provide constructive feedback.
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).

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 such as 837, 834, and 277.
Familiarity with cloud-based testing platforms such as AWS and Azure.
Knowledge of DevOps practices and tools.

Responsibilities

Develop test plans, schedules, approaches, test cases, scripts, and procedures, 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 system tests to ensure proper operation and identify defects.
Verify work products using defined methods, procedures, criteria, and an appropriate verification environment.
Document and communicate test results, support analysis of results, and help resolve open issues.
Document and work to resolve complex problems, and report progress on problem resolution to management.
Create daily test metrics and reports.
Devise improvements to current procedures and develop models of possible future configurations.
Occasionally perform other IT systems engineering activities, including requirements, design, installation, operation, sustainment, and support.
Provide technical solutions to difficult problems, independently developing approaches and reviewing completed work against objectives.
Contribute to programs and projects and represent the organization in technical interactions with internal groups and outside customers.
Provide direction to employees according to established policies and management guidance.