Senior Software Test Engineer (SSG)
Location: Remote
Department: Veterans Affairs (VA)
Type: Full Time
Min. Experience: Experienced
Security Clearance Level: Public Trust (MBI)
Military Veterans are highly encouraged to apply!
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
- Develop and execute test plans, test cases, and test procedures to ensure that all information systems, products, and services meet organizational standards and end‑user requirements
- Develop test plans, test schedule, and approach
- Write test cases and scripts and identify data for test scenarios
- Conduct a walkthrough of test case(s)/script(s) with Test Managers, Requirement Leads, Project Managers, and Development Leads
- Perform and lead tests on software and/or IT systems to ensure proper operation and freedom from defects
- Perform verification activities on work products using defined methods, procedures, and criteria with an appropriate verification environment
- Document and communicate test results
- Support analysis of test results and resolution of open issues
- Document and work to resolve all complex problems
- Report progress on problem resolution to management
- Devise improvement to current procedures and develop models of possible future configurations
- Create daily test metrics and reporting
- Occasionally perform other IT systems engineering activities such as requirements, design, installation, operation, sustainment, and support
- Apply technical principles, theories, and concepts in the field
- Receive assignments in the form of objectives and establish goals to meet outlined objectives
- Provide direction to employees according to established policies and management guidance
- Measure whether objectives have been met
- Provide technical solutions to a wide range of difficult problems where analysis of data requires evaluation of identifiable factors
- Ensure that solutions are imaginative, thorough, practicable, and consistent with organizational objectives
- Independently determine and develop approach to solutions
- Review work upon completion for adequacy in meeting objectives
- Demonstrate good judgment in selecting methods and techniques for obtaining solutions
- Contribute to completion of specific programs and projects
- Perform frequent inter‑organizational and outside customer contacts
- Represent organization in providing solutions to difficult technical issues associated with specific projects
Required Skills and Experience
- Strong programming skills in languages such as C#, Java, or Python
- Proven track record of working on complex software projects and ensuring high‑quality deliverables
- Experience in both manual and automated testing
- Experience with Agile/Scrum methodologies and understanding of the SDLC
- Proficiency in writing and executing test cases, test scripts, and test plans
- Strong knowledge of test automation frameworks and tools (e.g., Selenium, TestNG, JUnit, QTP, LoadRunner)
- Experience with CI/CD tools (e.g., GitHub Actions)
- Familiarity with version control systems (e.g., Git, Subversion)
- Understanding of performance testing and tools (e.g., JMeter, Gatling)
- Experience with defect tracking and management tools (e.g., JIRA, Bugzilla)
- Knowledge of database and SQL for validating stored data
- Experience testing web applications, APIs, and services
- Understanding of security testing practices and tools
- Experience with various testing types: functional, regression, integration, system, usability, 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 mentor and guide junior testers
- Ability to translate business requirements into effective test scenarios
- Experience with test management tools
- Knowledge of DevOps practices and tools
- Conduct test reviews and provide constructive feedback
- Strong understanding of risk‑based, exploratory, and context‑driven testing
Professional Certifications
Advanced certifications in testing or QA (e.g., ISTQB, CSTE, CSQA)
Years of Professional Experience
10+ years total work experience, including 10+ years in software testing/QA
Desired Experience
Electronic Data Interchange X.12 medical claims (837, 834, 277, etc.)
A familiarity with cloud‑based testing platforms (AWS, Azure)
Formal Education
Degree: Bachelor’s in Computer Science, IT, Engineering, or related field
Citizenship Requirement
U.S. Citizenship required for this opportunity
Security Clearance Requirements
Must possess or qualify for Public Trust (MBI)
CRITICAL NOTES
- Applicants must answer mandatory screening questions based on resume; inconsistent answers will not be considered.
- No recruiters or third parties will be considered.
- This is a 100% U.S. based remote position; candidates from CA, CO, IL, NJ, or NY will not be considered.
- This can be either a 1099 or W2 position.
- All interviews will be conducted on Microsoft Teams with camera on; no exceptions.
- Please provide a link to your LinkedIn profile.
Legal Notice
U.S. Citizenship is required for this specific opportunity. Applicants selected will be subject to a government security investigation and must meet eligibility for access to classified information, including background investigations, drug testing, and creditworthiness.
Syms Strategic Group, LLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, marital status, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, or genetic information.
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