Software Developer in Test; SDET - II

Software Developer in Test (SDET)

Location: Remote
Department: Veterans Affairs (VA)
Type: Full Time
Minimum Experience: Experienced
Security Clearance Level: Public Trust (MBI)

• Develop and execute test plans, test cases, and test procedures to ensure information systems, products, and services meet organizational standards and end‑user requirements.
• Develop test plans, schedules, and approaches.
• Write test cases and scripts, and identify data for test scenarios.
• Conduct walkthroughs of test case(s)/script(s) with Test Managers, Requirement Leads, Project Managers, and Development Leads.
• Perform and lead tests on 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 in an appropriate verification environment.
• Document and communicate test results, support analysis of test results, and resolve open issues.
• Document and work to resolve 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 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 in C#, Java, or Python.
• 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 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, Load Runner).
• Experience with CI/CD tools (e.g., Git Hub Actions).
• Familiarity with version control systems (Git, Subversion).
• Understanding of performance testing and tools (JMeter, Gatling).
• Experience with defect tracking and management tools (JIRA, Bugzilla).
• Knowledge of database and SQL for validating stored data.
• Experience testing web applications, APIs, and services.
• Understanding of security testing practices and tools.
• Experience with functional, regression, integration, system, usability, and UAT.
• Excellent analytical and problem‑solving skills.
• Strong communication and collaboration abilities.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Attention to detail and commitment to delivering high‑quality work.
• Ability to prioritize multiple tasks and meet deadlines.
• Ability to mentor and guide junior testers.
• Ability to understand business requirements and translate them into effective test scenarios.
• Experience with test management tools.
• Knowledge of Dev Ops practices and tools.
• Ability to conduct test reviews and provide constructive feedback.
• Strong understanding of risk‑based testing, exploratory testing, and context‑driven testing.

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

10 or more years of total work experience, including 10 or more years in software testing and…