Senior SDET - Remote & Test Automation Leader

SSG Official Website; Columbia (MD); Remote; USD 85,000 - 117,000; Full time

Job summary

Syms Strategic Group (SSG) is seeking a Software Developer in Test (SDET) with strong programming skills (C#, .Net, Java, or Python). This 100% remote, full-time role supports the Veterans Affairs department and requires U.S. citizenship and the ability to obtain a Public Trust clearance.

The position emphasizes test planning, automation, and collaboration with development teams. Candidates should have extensive experience across functional, regression, API, and security testing, plus

Qualifications

• Strong programming skills in C#, .Net, Java, or Python.
• A 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 (Selenium, TestNG, JUnit, QTP, LoadRunner).
• Experience with continuous integration/continuous deployment (CI/CD) tools (GitHub Actions).
• Familiarity with version control systems (Git and Subversion).
• An understanding of performance testing and tools (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, APIs, and services.
• An 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.
• An ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• An attention to detail and commitment to delivering high-quality work.
• An ability to prioritize multiple tasks and meet deadlines.
• An ability to mentor and guide junior testers.
• An ability to understand business requirements and translate them into effective test scenarios.
• Experience with test management tools.
• Knowledge of DevOps practices and tools.
• An ability to conduct test reviews and provide constructive feedback.
• A strong understanding of risk-based testing, exploratory testing, and context-driven testing.

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 identifies data for test scenarios.
• Conduct a walk through on test case(s)/script(s) with Test Managers, Requirement Leads, Project Managers, and Development Leads.
• Perform and lead tests and software and/or Information Technology (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 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.

Skills

Programming skills

Agile/Scrum

Test automation

SDLC knowledge

CI/CD tools

Version control

Performance testing

Defect tracking

SQL databases

API testing

Security testing

variety of testing

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Tools

Selenium

TestNG

JUnit

QTP

LoadRunner

GitHub Actions

JIRA

Bugzilla

JMeter

Gatling

Git

Subversion

Job description

Syms Strategic Group (SSG) is seeking a Software Developer in Test (SDET) with strong programming skills (C#, .Net, Java, or Python). This 100% remote, full-time role supports the Veterans Affairs department and requires U.S. citizenship and the ability to obtain a Public Trust clearance.

The position emphasizes test planning, automation, and collaboration with development teams. Candidates should have extensive experience across functional, regression, API, and security testing, plus