Senior API/Database System Tester

Description & RequirementsWe are seeking a Senior API /Database System Tester to join our team supporting our Internal Revenue Service (IRS) client.Location of work is remote in US.Essential Duties and Responsibilities:- Apply systems analysis and testing techniques and procedures to ensure software or system functional specifications are correctly identified.- Create test-related work products (test cases/scripts, test datasets, test validation and verification results etc.) per testing standards and procedures.- Prepare any required reporting documentation for the respective testing activities.- Ensure adherence to performance standards and best practices during testing- Design, develop, and deploy automated tests in a continuous build environment (CICD).- Identify automation, stress and performance testing needs and design the quality strategy.- Maintain reusable test data for automation scripts.- Create, execute, and maintain regression test suites and other relevant quality artifacts.- Develop test strategies and plans.- Develop and execute automated test scripts for web interface and web services.- Report, document, and track resolutions for software defects identified in the testing process using approved tools and processes.Minimum Requirements- Bachelor's Degree in related field.- 5-7 years of relevant professional experience required.- Equivalent combination of education and experience considered in lieu of degree.- Experience conducting API testing.- Strong testing life cycle management skills.- Experience with service-oriented architecture (SOA) & Restful large-scale enterprise systems.- Working experience with developing automation test scripts.- Experience in doing performance testing using open sources or COTS products.- Excellent analytical skills, with strong attention to detail.- Demonstrated high commitment to quality.- Strong collaboration skills and desire to work in a highly collaborative environment.- Ability to independently learn new tools and new business domains.Additional Requirements as per contract/client:- Candidates must have held an active IRS MBI clearance within the last 2 years to qualify- Candidates must be a US Citizen or a Legal Permanent Resident (Green Card status) for 3 years, and be Federal Tax compliantEEO StatementActive military service members, their spouses, and veteran candidates often embody the core competencies Maximus deems essential, and bring a resiliency and dependability that greatly enhances our workforce. We recognize your unique skills and experiences, and want to provide you with a career path that allows you to continue making a difference for our country. We're proud of our connections to organizations dedicated to serving veterans and their families. If you are transitioning from military to civilian life, have prior service, are a retired veteran or a member of the National Guard or Reserves, or a spouse of an active military service member, we have challenging and rewarding career opportunities available for you. A committed and diverse workforce is our most important resource. Maximus is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer. Maximus provides equal employment opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status or disabled status.Pay TransparencyMaximus compensation is based on various factors including but not limited to job location, a candidate's education, training, experience, expected quality and quantity of work, required travel (if any), external market and internal value analysis including seniority and merit systems, as well as internal pay alignment. Annual salary is just one component of Maximus's total compensation package. Other rewards may include short- and long-term incentives as well as program-specific awards. Additionally, Maximus provides a variety of benefits to employees, including health insurance coverage, life and disability insurance, a retirement savings plan, paid holidays and paid time off. Compensation ranges may differ based on contract value but will be commensurate with job duties and relevant work experience. An applicant's salary history will not be used in determining compensation. Maximus will comply with regulatory minimum wage rates and exempt salary thresholds in all instances.Annual Base Pay Minimum for this Position$110,000.00Annual Base Pay Maximum for this Position$120,000.00• About the Company:MaximusMAXIMUS provides business services to help governments operate health and human services programs, mostly at the state and national levels. The company's health services segment offers outsourced program management and administrative services,Company Size:5,000 to 9,999 employeesIndustry:Healthcare ServicesFounded:0Website:https://www.maximus.com/