Senior Software Test Engineer - Remote, Automation & CI/CD

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

Job summary

Syms Strategic Group (SSG) is seeking a Senior Software Test Engineer for a 100% remote role. Candidates should have strong programming skills in C#, Java, or Python, with extensive experience across manual and automated testing in Agile environments.

The role emphasizes test planning, automation, performance testing, and defect management, with a focus on delivering high-quality information systems. The position requires a Public Trust (MBI) clearance and 10+ years of professional experience in

Qualifications

• Must have strong programming skills in languages such as C#, Java, or Python.
• Proven track record on complex software projects and high-quality deliverables.
• Experience in both manual and automated testing.
• Experience with Agile/Scrum and understanding of the SDLC.
• Proficiency in writing/executing test cases, scripts, and plans.
• Knowledge of test automation frameworks/tools (Selenium, TestNG, JUnit, etc.).
• Experience with CI/CD tools (GitHub Actions).
• Familiarity with version control (Git, Subversion).
• Understanding of performance testing tools (JMeter, Gatling).
• Experience with defect tracking tools (JIRA, Bugzilla).
• Knowledge of SQL and databases for data validation.
• Experience testing web apps, APIs, services.
• Understanding of security testing practices/tools.
• Experience with functional, regression, integration, system, usability, and UAT testing.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute test plans, cases, and procedures to ensure information systems meet requirements.
• Develop test plans, schedules, and approaches.
• Write test cases/scripts and identify data for scenarios.
• Conduct walkthroughs of test assets with stakeholders.
• Perform and lead tests on software/IT systems to ensure defect-free operation.
• Verify work products using defined methods and environments.
• Document and communicate test results.
• Support analysis of test results and issue resolution.
• Create daily test metrics and reporting.
• Possibly perform other IT systems engineering activities as needed.
• Provide technical solutions to complex problems and ensure alignment with objectives.
• Mentor junior testers and guide teams in testing best practices.

Skills

C#

Java

Python

Manual testing

Automated testing

CI/CD

Selenium

TestNG

JUnit

JIRA

Bugzilla

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Science / IT / Engineering

Tools

Selenium

TestNG

JUnit

QTP

LoadRunner

GitHub Actions

Git

Subversion

JMeter

Gatling

Job description

Syms Strategic Group (SSG) is seeking a Senior Software Test Engineer for a 100% remote role. Candidates should have strong programming skills in C#, Java, or Python, with extensive experience across manual and automated testing in Agile environments.

The role emphasizes test planning, automation, performance testing, and defect management, with a focus on delivering high-quality information systems. The position requires a Public Trust (MBI) clearance and 10+ years of professional experience in