NYS IES 20261019-523 Tester Level 2

Voyatek; City of Albany (NY); Hybrid; USD 69,000 - 83,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible schedules

Health insurance

Vision/Dental insurance

HSA with employer contributions

401(k) with company match

Training opportunities

Employee referral bonus

Job summary

Voyatek in Albany, NY is seeking a Level 2 Tester for the NYS Integrated Eligibility System on a 28-month hybrid contract. The role focuses on building robust regression and non-functional test suites and contributing to a scalable automation pipeline within QA/DevSecOps shared services.

You’ll verify RESTful APIs, perform performance testing, and collaborate with developers and business analysts to translate requirements into automated acceptance criteria.

Qualifications

• Design, implement, and maintain robust, scalable test automation frameworks.
• Perform API testing and performance testing with modern tools.
• Proficient in at least one programming language (e.g., Java, Python, JavaScript/TypeScript, or C#).
• Automation tools: 4+ years of experience with Selenium WebDriver, Playwright, Cypress, or Appium.
• Experience testing RESTful APIs and microservices.
• SQL proficiency for database verification and test data setup.
• Strong understanding of Agile/Scrum methodologies and secure SDLC.

Responsibilities

• Create regression and non-functional test suites.
• Build automation pipeline as part of QA/DevSecOps shared services.
• Other duties as assigned.

Job description

Opportunity Details Full Time NYS IES 20261019-523 Tester Level 2 Albany, NY (Hybrid)

Outcomes. Delivered.Voyatek delivers outcome-driven technology solutions to public sector agencies and higher education institutions nationwide.For example, our technology:

• Facilitates access to nutritious food for children of mothers participating in the WIC program
• Supports first responders in reducing opioid overdoses within their communities
• Empowers colleges and universities to identify and thwart financial aid fraud
• Equips teachers with valuable insights to identify students requiring additional support
• Enhances efficiency for state tax agencies, leading to 99% faster return processing and quicker refunds for taxpayers

With a focus on Tax & Revenue, Health & Human Services, and Justice & Public Safety, Voyatek combines the scale to support large complex projects with the agility and accessibility of a boutique solutions provider. Together, Voyatek and its customers work to improve population wellbeing, create safer communities, and foster a thriving economy. We're more than a technology company -- we're an outcomes company.We encourage our employees to think differently, ask tough questions, and relentlessly pursue what's best for our customers and the residents they serve.We believe that the value of technology is defined by its human impact. If you agree, you've come to the right place.

Voyatek is seeking applicants to occupy the position of Level 2 Tester within our team NYS Integrated Eligibility Systems located in Albany, NY (hybrid). This position is a 28 month contract.

The mission of the Integrated Eligibility System (IES) is to enhance the well-being of New Yorkers by transforming health and human service delivery through coordinated business practices, modernized technology, and strategic partnerships. IES will provide eligibility, enrollment, case management, and payment functionality for Health and Human Service programs currently served by the Welfare Management System, Benefits Issuance Control System and other State systems. IES will build on the successful opening of the New York State of Health (NYSoH) by leveraging assets created for the health benefit exchange to modernize the eligibility system for health and human service programs.

Key Responsibilities: As a Tester II, you will play a critical role in creating regression and non-functional test suites, building automation pipeline as a member of QA/DevSecOps shared services team.

Other duties as assigned.

Consultants may be eligible to telecommute for more than 50% of their work hours, up to and including 100% remote work. Telecommuting arrangements require direct manager approval and are subject to change based on program needs. Consultants approved for 100% remote work must attend monthly in-person meetings at the Albany office and be available for major milestone meetings as needed.

Mandatory Qualifications

• Framework Development: Design, implement, and maintain robust, scalable test automation frameworks (e.g., using Selenium, Katalon Studios, Playwright or Cucumber)
• Performance & API Testing: Conduct API testing (using SoapUI, Hopscacth) and performance/load testing using JMeter
• Strong proficiency in at least one programming language (e.g., Java, Python, JavaScript/TypeScript, or C#)
• Automation Tools: 4+ years of hands-on experience with automation tools such as Selenium WebDriver, Playwright, Cypress, or Appium
• API Testing: Proven experience testing RESTful APIs and microservices
• Database Skills: Solid understanding of SQL for database verification and test data setup
• Methodology: Strong understanding of Agile/Scrum methodologies and the secure SDLC

Preferred Qualifications

1. Between four (4) and seven (7) years of experience - CI/CD Integration: Integrate automated test suites into the CI/CD pipeline (e.g., Jenkins, GitLab CI) to enable continuous testing
2. Between four (4) and seven (7) years of experience - Collaboration: Partner with Business Analysts to translate business requirements and user stories into comprehensive test cases and automated acceptance criteria
3. Between four (4) and seven (7) years of experience - Defect Tracking: Document, track, and manage software defects using tools like Jira. Provide clear, concise steps to reproduce issues.

The wage range for this role reflects the wide array of factors considered in compensation decisions. These factors include, but are not limited to, skill sets, experience, training, licensure certifications, and geographic location. Compensation decisions are based on the unique facts and circumstances of each case. A reasonable estimate of the hourly range is $50.00 - $60.00.

At Voyatek, we believe in supporting our employees with a comprehensive benefits package designed to enhance their well-being and professional growth. Please note that eligibility for certain benefits may vary based on your role and employment status.

• Flexible Work Schedules
• Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• Medical, Limited, & Dependent Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)
• Health Savings Account (HSA) with Employer Contributions
• Company-Paid and Voluntary Life Insurance
• Long and Short-Term Disability Insurance
• Accident, Critical Illness, & Hospital Indemnity Insurance
• 401(k) Retirement Plan with Company Match and Immediate Vesting
• Wellhub Fitness and Wellness Platform
• Pet Insurance
• Training Opportunities
• Employee Referral Bonus Program

We are committed to fostering a workplace that supports both your personal and professional aspirations. As part of our commitment to maintaining a compliant workplace, all final candidates will undergo and must successfully pass a pre-employment (post offer) background check. The background check may include, but is not limited to, verification of employment history, education, criminal records, and other relevant checks. Background check results will be evaluated in accordance with applicable law. For certain positions, additional client-specific background screenings may be required at the time of hire or in the future, in accordance with client requirements.

Voyatek provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment. Voyatek will make employment decisions without regard to race, color, creed, ancestry, national origin, citizenship, sex or gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, and pregnancy-related conditions), gender identity or expression (including transgender status), sexual orientation, marital status or domestic violence victim status, religion, age, disability, genetic information, service in the military, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws and ordinances. Employment decisions include all terms and conditions of employment, including recruitment and hiring, job assignment/ placement, promotion, upgrading, demotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leave of absence, rates of pay or other compensation, internship, and training.