Syms Strategic Group is seeking a Senior Software Test Engineer to 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.
Requirements
- Strong programming skills, often in languages such as C#, Java, or Python
- 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 testing, exploratory testing, and context-driven testing
- Professional CertificationsAdvanced certifications in testing or quality assurance (e.g., International Software Testing Qualifications Board (ISTQB), Certified Software Testing Engineer (CSTE), Certified Software Quality Analyst (CSQA))
Benefits
- Paid Time Off
- 401k Matching
- Retirement Plan
