SQA Tester

$93,725 - $114,650/Yr

Syms Strategic Group - Woodbridge, VA

Full-time - Mid Level

Onsite - Woodbridge, VA

Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services

About the position

Syms Strategic Group (SSG) is seeking a talented SQA Tester to support Federal Agencies, particularly the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA). This full-time position involves managing test events, coordinating with developers, and leading testing efforts according to established standards. The role requires strong communication skills and experience in both automated and manual testing, with a focus on VA systems and financial transaction systems.

Responsibilities

• Manage and help staff test events with appropriate resources.
• Coordinate with developers and functional analysts to create test plans and test scripts.
• Lead and conduct testing according to Master Test Plan specifications.
• Review and approve test reports.
• Monitor and update defect and bug reports.
• Create test reports.

Requirements

• Outstanding communications, interpersonal, and customer service skills.
• Experience in both Automated and Manual testing policies and procedures.
• Experience testing with MUMPS, VistA, and other VA systems.
• Experience with Electronic Data Interchanges (EDIs) and financial transaction systems.
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
• Experience in the coordination and management of test events according to approved test plans.
• Knowledge and skills to ensure accurate test environment setup.
• Ability to create test reports.
• Experience working in an Agile environment.
• Comprehensive technical expertise on IT products, operating systems, software, hardware, systems, and networks.
• Experience in writing or assisting in the development of test plans and procedures.
• Ability to manage the defect database under the guidance of senior QA engineers.

Nice-to-haves

• Experience working with remote U.S. based teams (Not Offshore teams).

Benefits

• Competitive salary range of $93,725 - $114,650.
• Encouragement for military veterans to apply.