Automated Test Engineer - II
• Syms Strategic Group (SSG) is seeking a talented Automated Test Engineer - II
- 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 ResponsibilitiesNOTE: This is NOT an SQA tester position. Candidates MUST have strong programming skills, often in languages such as C#, .Net, Java, or Python.
- 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
- * Strong programming skills, often in languages such as C#, 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 (e.g., Selenium, TestNG, JUnit, QTP, LoadRunner)
- Experience with continuous integration/continuous deployment (CI/CD) tools (e.g., GitHub Actions)
- Familiarity with version control systems (e.g. Git and Subversion)
- An understanding of performance testing and tools (e.g., 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, Application Programming Interfaces (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 test
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