Automated Test Engineer (ATE)

Overview

Syms Strategic Group (SSG) is seeking an Automated Test Engineer (ATE).

Location : Remote

Department : Veterans Affairs (VA)

Type : Full Time

Min. Experience : Experienced

Security Clearance Level : Public Trust (MBI)

Military Veterans are highly encouraged to apply!

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute test plans, test cases, and test procedures to ensure information systems, products, and services meet organization standards and end-user requirements.
• Develop test plans, test schedule, and approach.
• Write test cases and scripts and identify data for test scenarios.
• Conduct a walkthrough on test cases / scripts with Test Managers, Requirement Leads, Project Managers, and Development Leads.
• Perform and lead tests of 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 with an appropriate verification environment.
• 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 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.

Required Skills and Experience

The successful candidate must have strong experience in C#, Python, and SQL and backend experience. This is NOT a manual testing position. All interviews MUST be complete no later than November 6, 2025.

Professional Certifications

Advanced certifications in testing or quality assurance (e.g., ISTQB, CSTE, CSQA).

Years of Professional Experience

10 or more years of total work experience; 10 or more years of experience in software testing and quality assurance.

Desired experience

Electronic Data Interchange X.12 (EDI) Medical Claims

A familiarity with cloud-based testing platforms (e.g., AWS and Azure).

Formal Education

Bachelors Degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Engineering, or a related field and 10 or more years of experience.

Citizenship Requirement

U.S. Citizenship required for this specific opportunity.

Security Clearance Requirements

Must possess or qualify for a Public Trust (MBI).

Notes

U.S Citizenship is required for this specific opportunity . Applicants selected will be subject to a government security investigation and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information and be able to obtain a government-granted security clearance. Individuals may also be subject to a background investigation including, but not limited to, criminal history, employment and education verification, drug testing, and creditworthiness.

Syms Strategic Group, LLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer. 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.

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