Senior Software Test Engineer - Remote

Syms Strategic Group, LLC; Bethesda (MD); Remote; USD 85,000 - 117,000; Full time

Job summary

Syms Strategic Group (SSG) is hiring a Software Test Engineer for a 100% remote role supporting the Veterans Affairs department. The role requires strong programming skills in C#, .NET, Java or Python, and hands-on experience with manual and automated testing, test automation tools, and SDLC knowledge.

You will develop test plans, write cases and scripts, verify IT systems, and report results while collaborating with managers, developers and project leads.

Qualifications

• Strong programming skills in C#, Java or Python.
• Proven track record on complex software projects with high-quality delivery.
• Experience in manual and automated testing.
• Experience with Agile/Scrum and SDLC.
• Proficiency in writing and executing test cases and plans.
• Knowledge of test automation frameworks and tools (Selenium, TestNG, JUnit, QTP, LoadRunner).
• Experience with CI/CD tools (GitHub Actions).
• Familiarity with Git and Subversion.
• Understanding of performance testing (JMeter, Gatling).
• Experience with defect tracking tools (JIRA, Bugzilla).
• Knowledge of SQL and database validation.
• Experience testing web apps, APIs, and services.
• Understanding of security testing practices.
• Experience with functional, regression, integration, system, usability, and UAT testing.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Strong communication and collaboration abilities.
• Ability to work independently and in a team.
• Attention to detail and commitment to quality.
• Ability to prioritize multiple tasks and meet deadlines.
• Ability to mentor junior testers.
• Translating business requirements into test scenarios.
• Experience with test management tools.
• Knowledge of DevOps practices and tools.
• Ability to conduct test reviews and provide constructive feedback.
• Understanding of risk-based, exploratory and context-driven testing.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute test plans, test cases, and procedures to ensure information systems meet standards and end-user requirements.
• Develop test plans, schedules, and approaches.
• Write test cases and scripts and identify data for test scenarios.
• Conduct walkthroughs with Test Managers, Requirement Leads, Project Managers, and Development Leads.
• Perform and lead tests to ensure proper operation and defect-free systems.
• Perform verification activities on work products using defined methods and criteria.
• Document and communicate test results.
• Support analysis of test results and resolution of open issues.
• Document and work to resolve complex problems.
• Report progress on problem resolution to management.
• Devise improvements to current procedures and develop future configurations.
• Create daily test metrics and reporting.
• Occasionally perform other IT systems engineering activities (requirements, design, installation, operation, sustainment, support).
• Apply technical principles, theories, and concepts in the field.
• Receive assignments as objectives and set goals to meet them.
• Provide direction to employees per policies and guidance.
• Measure whether objectives have been met.
• Provide technical solutions to a wide range of difficult problems.
• Ensure solutions are imaginative, thorough, practicable, and aligned with objectives.
• Independently determine and develop approaches to solutions.
• Review work upon completion for adequacy.
• Demonstrate good judgment in methods and techniques for obtaining solutions.
• Contribute to completion of programs and projects.
• Perform frequent inter-organizational and outside customer contacts.
• Represent the organization in providing solutions to difficult technical issues.
• Communicate clearly with stakeholders about test results and risks.

Skills

C# / .NET

Java

Python

Manual & automated testing

Agile / Scrum

Test automation (Selenium, TestNG, J单位

CI/CD (GitHub Actions)

SQL

API testing

Security testing

Education

Bachelor's Degree in CS/IT/Engineering

Tools

Selenium

TestNG

JUnit

QTP

LoadRunner

GitHub Actions

Git

Subversion

JMeter

Gatling

JIRA

Bugzilla

Job description

Syms Strategic Group (SSG) is hiring a Software Test Engineer for a 100% remote role supporting the Veterans Affairs department. The role requires strong programming skills in C#, .NET, Java or Python, and hands-on experience with manual and automated testing, test automation tools, and SDLC knowledge.

You will develop test plans, write cases and scripts, verify IT systems, and report results while collaborating with managers, developers and project leads.