Test Engineer

DCCA is a veteran-owned IT business specializing in providing innovative solutions to a variety of government agencies and commercial enterprises since 1982. DCCA is proud to offer career growth opportunities and a competitive compensation and benefits package. Visit our website at: www.dcca.com Test Engineer (Manual) Candidate must have or be willing to obtain a Public Trust Clearance For over 40 years, DCCA has provided a broad range of IT services to government agencies and commercial enterprises, helping them to feel confident in their IT infrastructure. With DCCA, these organizations can be confident in the flexibility and skill of their IT partners, allowing them to upgrade their technology quickly and efficiently. Better yet, thanks to DCCA’s successful track record, clients can rest assured knowing DCCA can tackle any problem with ease, allowing them to focus on the work that matters. Internally, DCCA prides itself on a culture built on integrity and inclusivity, allowing its employees to build lasting skills and relationships. As a veteran owned business, DCCA knows the importance of recruiting employees with a wide range of backgrounds, allowing for every problem to be approached by a diverse array of perspectives. Join us and be part of a team that has a people first mentality and a dedication to excellence. Job Requirements Full lifecycle testing of a new Java based web application that is integrated with other systems and services.Participate in the JAD sessions of the system early in the software development cycle, influencing it to testing quality and adherence to the specification.Participate in the full life cycle of an agile project and design and develop test casesDevelop, manage and execute test cases for functional, integration, regression testing that verify functional and nonfunctional requirements of a feature.Investigate, document and debug test failures, updating tests or reporting bugs as necessary and provide test coverage analysis utilizing Test RailEnsure that the team's acceptance criteria for stories and tasks is appropriate and being met universally for testabilityCollaborate with development organization to understand how development changes affect ongoing testing effortsEnsure proper version control and configuration management of all test cases developed and test environments usedRequirements mapping to test case specification.Exceptional team player and collaborate and communicate well with development team, business analysts’ team and stakeholdersMonitor progress against deliverables, employing effective risk and issue management strategiesCoordinate with the Business Analysts and Developers in planning and conducting the testsDevelop and maintain effective working relationships with CMS stakeholders and other contractors Required Skills Proven experience: 3+ Years of Experience in CMS Medicaid or Medicare Programs preferred3+ year’s experience working with teams in an agile (SCRUM) development environment5+ years 508 Compliance testing tools such as JAWS 7-9 Years of Experience efficiently and effectively analyzing and testing programs and program changes.7 + years of hands on experience with scripting, running performance tests, result analysisExperience with collaboration tools such as JIRA, Confluence and SharePointBuilding strong customer relationships through agile team(s) and personal performanceCollaborating in a multiple contractor environmentExceptionally strong communication skills, verbal and written. Includes the ability to Desired Skills Proven experience with: Supporting client stakeholders with varying levels of agile experienceProficient in MS Project, MS Word, and MS ExcelTest Automation experience is a plus Education/Certifications Computer Science degree or BS/BA in a related major. Four years of equivalent technical experience may be substituted for a degree. The proposed salary range for this position in Maryland is $110,000 - $120,000. The final salary will be determined based on various factors. Our comprehensive benefit offerings include healthcare, retirement plan, paid disability, and life insurance programs, employee assistance, paid and unpaid leave programs, education assistance, and wellness initiatives. At DCCA, we believe the key to providing our clients with unrivaled services starts with retaining top talent, something we’re able to do through our consistent commitment to building culture and comprehensive benefits. Competitive Compensation: While salary at DCCA is determined by various factors, we are committed to making sure our salaries reflect the skill and expertise of our employees. In addition, each year we perform an annual salary review ensuring pay is equitable across both the company and industry at large. Growth Opportunities: DCCA makes it a priority to help you grow and support your career advancement. From upskilling programs to recertification support, to professional development opportunities, we’re here to help you grow your career and create lasting relationships. Emphasis on Inclusivity: DCCA’s culture emphasizes respect, equity, and opportunity and is supported by an array of business resource groups and other opportunities for connection. Empowering Health: DCCA’s benefits which encompass healthcare, paid time off, and flexible 401(k) options encourage you to live a healthy and fulfilling life, both in and outside of work. Learn more about our total benefits package on our . Mission Focused Work: From the defense industry to health IT management, DCCA allows you to work on innovative projects whose outcomes improve people's lives and solve today’s IT problems. Equal Opportunity Employer including Disability/Vets