Role: Sr.

Software Engineer (QA Automation / ETL & Backend Testing)
Location: Reston, VA (Remote)
Type: Contract

Job Description:

We are seeking a Senior Software Engineer / Senior QA Automation Engineer with strong expertise in backend testing, ETL/data validation, and test automation.

This role will support enterprise healthcare initiatives including claims processing, with upcoming work in enrollments and accumulators.

The ideal candidate has hands-on experience with SQL-heavy ETL testing, Selenium automation, and modern data platforms including MongoDB (preferred), along with a solid understanding of Agile delivery practices.

Key Responsibilities
• Perform backend testing and validate complex data flows across systems and integrations.

• Execute ETL testing and perform deep data validation using strong SQL.

• Develop and maintain automated test scripts using Selenium (SDET-focused).

• Support automation pipelines using Java and Jenkins.

• Validate data as part of migration efforts from DB2 to MongoDB (MongoDB preferred).

• Create and execute test cases, document results, and log defects in Agile tools.

• Participate in Agile ceremonies including stand-ups, sprint planning, grooming, and retrospectives.

• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to clarify requirements, user stories, and acceptance criteria.

• Support testing for projects that include API testing and service validations.

• Ensure high-quality delivery through strong communication and proactive issue resolution.

Required Qualifications
• 7+ years of experience in software testing / QA / automation engineering.

• Strong experience in ETL testing and SQL validation (MUST HAVE).

• Strong experience as an Automation Tester / SDET using Selenium (MUST HAVE).

• Experience with Java and Jenkins for test automation.

• Experience in healthcare domain (MUST HAVE).

• Hands-on experience in backend testing and data-driven testing.

• Strong Agile experience (user stories, defect writing, participation in ceremonies).

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

Preferred Qualifications
• Experience with MongoDB (preferred).

• Experience supporting migrations from DB2 to MongoDB.

• Experience with Published Data Views (PDV).

• Experience with Facets / healthcare claims platforms (nice to have).

• API testing experience (Postman/Swagger/REST validation).