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Syms Strategic Group (SSG)  is seeking a talented Software Developer in Test (SDET)

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!

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Develop and execute test plans, test cases, and test procedures to ensure that all 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 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

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 6th, 2025.

Professional Certifications

Advanced certifications in testing or quality assurance (e.g., International Software Testing Qualifications Board (ISTQB), Certified Software Testing Engineer (CSTE), Certified Software Quality Analyst (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., Amazon Web Services (AWS) and Azure)

Formal Education

Bachelor’s 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)

CRITICAL 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.