Lead Tester

Team CATHEXIS elevates the government contracting experience through rapid response, deep skill, and thoughtful problem-solving and communication. Our core capabilities are our top-tier program and project management, data analytics, and audit services, the backbone of which is our integrated approach to operational excellence.

You worked hard to get to where you are. You strive to make every day better than the day before. So do we. Team CATHEXIS operates with an all-in mindset. We are working together to create a company that supports our shared values and individual goals. Our values are centered around Respect, Engagement, Customer Service, Integrity, Teamwork, and Excellence in everything we do for our employees, clients, partners, and communities. We believe success is best when we listen and lead with empathy; model high standards of ethics to provide a rewarding candidate experience; work hard, have fun, and appreciate the strengths we all bring to the team; and empower our employees to create innovative and trusted results.

We are looking for a dynamic Lead Tester to join our team at our headquarters in Washington, DC! The Lead Tester shall have a bachelor’s degree in a computer science/programming-related field. The Lead Tester shall determine regression test scope/content, write test scenarios to validate systems, write test reports to document test findings, use defect tracking tools to document test issues.  The Lead Tester shall have 7-8 years’ experience with performing various test programs, including UAT and Deployment Testing. This is a primarily remote position.

Responsibilities:

• Work under the limited supervision of a Project Manager according to company policies and project specifications
• Utilizing Jira software, lead the testing staff in the creation of test plans, test cases, test scenarios specific to enhancements within the VBMS system
• Provide guidance for testing strategies, scope, and scenarios
• Coordinates issue tracking and resolution; proactively communicates issues with government staff through to resolution.
• Lead the testing staff in accomplishing testing objectives within the Veteran’s Benefit’s Management System (VBMS) to include User Acceptance testing and Regression testing
• Conduct regression testing to ensure adjacent functionality or other established functionality were not unexpectedly impacted by the system changes
• Write test reports to document test findings, using defect tracking tools to document test issues
• Utilizing Agile methodology, participate in daily standups to assess team progress and identify roadblocks
• Utilizing system documentation (to include User Guides and Architecture), become an expert in the Veteran’s Benefits Management System (VBMS) system
• Analyze and review existing systems and program logic to become familiar with the existing product features
• Act as the primary point of contact with government customers for VBMS testing
• Provide status reports on technical progress per contract deliverable requirements or as needed to communicate progress to the customer
• Evaluate project requirements and determine related technical goals to accomplish required objectives
• Ensure all contract and technical milestones are completed on schedule
• Support the documentation of manuals, user guides, and/or regular status reports
• Provides strategic advice for business processes and solutions
• Understands and applies the system development methodology
• Communicates status, business impacts, and system and scope changes to team members, business partners, sponsors, management, and other interested parties
• Works with business and technical staff to perform effective root-cause analysis and resolution

Skills:

• Bachelor's degree in a computer science/programming-related field
• Experience determining regression test scope/content, writing test scenarios to validate systems, writing test reports to document test findings, and using defect tracking tools to document test issues
• Strong Jira knowledge and experience in an Agile environment
• Minimum of 7-8 years experience performing various test programs, including UAT and Deployment Testing
• Requires ability to analyze complex business requirements, perform root-cause analysis, propose effective solutions, and understand and apply business vision and direction throughout the test process
• Full understanding of end-to-end test software development lifecycle
• Generate, maintain, and evolve test plans, cases, defect tracking and reporting throughout the testing lifecycle to ensure continuous improvement is integrated into service provided
• Clear, concise communications and facilitate root cause analysis and the development and implementation of sustainable solutions for every test execution
• Highly Proficient in using Microsoft Office Professional products
• Previous experience at the Department of Veteran’s Affairs
• Experience with Veteran’s Benefits Management System (VBMS)
• Experience using OBIEE, Power BI, and PL/SQL
• IV&V experience
• Microsoft SharePoint Online
• Clearance - None but able to obtain a Public Trust

CATHEXIS is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability EEO IS THE LAW. The Company invites any applicant and/or employee to review the Company’s written Affirmative Action Plan. This plan is available for inspection upon request by contacting info@cathexiscorp.com . If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request a reasonable accommodation as part of the employment selection process, please contact the Recruiting Department RecruitingTeam@cathexiscorp.com