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About the Role

Syms Strategic Group (SSG) is seeking a talented Senior Software Test Engineer to join the Veterans Affairs (VA) department. This is a full-time, remote position requiring a Public Trust (MBI) security clearance.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute test plans, test cases, and test procedures to ensure information systems, products, and services meet organizational standards and end-user requirements.
• Develop test plans, test schedules, and approaches.
• Write test cases and scripts and identify data for test scenarios.
• Conduct walkthroughs of test cases/scripts with relevant stakeholders.
• 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.
• 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 improvements 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 the completion of specific programs and projects.
• Perform frequent inter-organizational and outside customer contacts.
• Represent the organization in providing solutions to difficult technical issues associated with specific projects.

Requirements

• Strong programming skills, often 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 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 (e.g., Selenium, TestNG, JUnit, QTP, LoadRunner).
• Experience with continuous integration/continuous deployment (CI/CD) tools (e.g., GitHub Actions).
• Familiarity with version control systems (e.g. Git and Subversion).
• Understanding of performance testing and tools (e.g., JMeter and Gatling).
• Experience with defect tracking and management tools (e.g. JIRA and Bugzilla).
• Knowledge of database and SQL for validating stored data.
• Experience in testing web applications, Application Programming Interfaces (APIs), and services.
• Understanding of security testing practices and tools.
• Experience with different types of testing, including 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 delivering high-quality work.
• Ability to prioritize multiple tasks and meet deadlines.
• Ability to mentor and guide junior testers.
• Ability to understand business requirements and translate them into effective test scenarios.
• Experience with test management tools.
• Knowledge of DevOps practices and tools.
• Ability to conduct test reviews and provide constructive feedback.
• Strong understanding of risk-based testing, exploratory testing, and context-driven testing.
• U.S. Citizenship required.
• Must possess or qualify for a Public Trust (MBI) security clearance.
• Candidates from CA, CO, IL, MN, NJ, NY, OR, or WA will not be considered.

Skills

• C#
• Java
• Python
• Manual Testing
• Automated Testing
• Agile/Scrum
• SDLC
• Test Automation Frameworks
• Selenium
• TestNG
• JUnit
• QTP
• LoadRunner
• CI/CD
• GitHub Actions
• Git
• Subversion
• Performance Testing
• JMeter
• Gatling
• Defect Tracking
• JIRA
• Bugzilla
• Database
• SQL
• Web Application Testing
• API Testing
• Service Testing
• Security Testing
• Functional Testing
• Regression Testing
• Integration Testing
• System Testing
• Usability Testing
• UAT
• Risk-Based Testing
• Exploratory Testing
• Context-Driven Testing
• DevOps

Location

• Remote

Work Type

• Full Time
• Remote
• W2

Experience Level

• Experienced
• 10 or more years of total work experience
• 10 or more years of experience in software testing and quality assurance

Education Level

• Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Engineering, or a related field

Salary/Compensations

• $85,389 - $116,975

About the Company

• Syms Strategic Group (SSG) is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Equal Opportunity

• 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.