Software Developer in Test Manager

Vālenz® Health is the platform to simplify healthcare – the destination for employers, payers, providers and members to reduce costs, improve quality, and elevate the healthcare experience. The Valenz mindset and culture of innovation combine to create a distinctly different approach to an inefficient, uninspired health system. With fully integrated solutions, Valenz engages early and often to execute across the entire patient journey – from care navigation and management to payment integrity, plan performance and provider verification. With a 99% client retention rate, we elevate expectations to a new level of efficiency, effectiveness and transparency where smarter, better, faster healthcare is possible.
 

About This Opportunity:
As the Software Developer in Test Manager, you will lead a team of Software Developers, focusing on all aspects of testing within their projects. You'll work closely with cross-functional teams, including Quality Assurance, to provide guidance and support where needed. This role offers a great opportunity to deepen your expertise in .NET C# while contributing to a collaborative and innovative environment. 

Your responsibilities will include testing UI, API, and databases for Angular and .NET applications, as well as automating mobile app testing using tools like Postman and Cypress. You’ll also play a key role in troubleshooting defects with SQL queries, leveraging CI/CD technologies, and driving innovation to deliver effective and efficient solutions. 
 

Things You’ll Do Here:

• Act as the primary point of contact for other departments regarding assigned applications, ensuring quality and testing excellence. 
• Triage support requests, address client-reported issues, and create Product Backlog Items (PBIs) as needed. 
• Provide mentorship and technical guidance to team members, resolving challenges and fostering skill development. 
• Take ownership of the team’s testing suite, continuously striving to enhance code quality. 
• Lead initiatives to meet project requirements and timelines effectively. 
• Champion innovation and address technical debt within the application test suite. 
• Conduct peer reviews and approve changes to the QA code base for assigned applications. 
• Deliver training sessions or demonstrations on applications as required. 
• Develop and optimize automated QA coverage for web and mobile applications and services. 
• Monitor automated test results, document bugs, and triage issues promptly. 
• Analyze defect trends and create proactive QA tests to address recurring issues. 
• Execute UI, API, and database testing for Angular, .NET, and Python applications using tools like Cypress. 
• Develop automation scripts for cross-platform and native mobile applications (Swift, Kotlin). 
• Perform API testing using tools such as Postman and Swagger. 
• Create and utilize SQL queries to investigate application behavior and troubleshoot defects. 
• Configure and maintain continuous integration and deployment (CI/CD) automation technologies. 
• Plan, track, and collaborate on work using an Application Lifecycle Management (ALM) suite, such as Azure DevOps. 
• Collaborate with developers, analysts, client advocates, and product stakeholders to ensure high-quality outcomes. 
• Propose innovative solutions to complex problems and contribute to team discussions and strategy. 
• Actively participate in agile processes, including sprint planning, daily stand-ups, and retrospectives, to ensure efficient project execution. 
• Facilitate team meetings and discussions as needed. 
• Manage and evaluate the performance of a Software Development Engineer in Test (SDET) team to ensure successful sprint completion. 
• Drive Quality Engineering architecture and strategic decisions. 

Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential duties. 

What You’ll Bring to the Team: 

• Six (6) or more years of Software Development or QA automation experience.
• Academic degree, completion of a coding bootcamp, or prior work experience in software development/QA is required. 
• Consistently deliver high-impact projects on time. 
• Proficient in tracking projects and issues using ALM tools such as GitHub, Azure DevOps, and Jira. 
• Strong understanding of cloud infrastructure, DevOps, and CI/CD technologies. 
• Skilled in using Git for version control and code management. 
• Experienced with Agile/SCRUM methodologies. 
• Adept at identifying and reporting product bugs constructively. 
• Ability to comprehend complex software products and interdependent business requirements. 
• Deep knowledge of QA, DevOps, CI/CD, and related technologies. 
• Exceptional attention to detail and capability for self-direction. 
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills. 
• Collaborative team player with strong active listening and communication abilities. 
• Proven experience mentoring peers on technical QA topics. 

Where You’ll Work: This is a fully remote position, and we’ll provide all the necessary equipment!

• Work Environment: You’ll need a quiet workspace that is free from distractions. 
• Technology: Reliable internet connection—if you can use streaming services, you’re good to go! 
• Security: Adherence to company security protocols, including the use of VPNs, secure passwords, and company-approved devices/software. 
• Location: You must be US based, in a location where you can work effectively and comply with company policies such as HIPAA. 

Why You'll Love Working Here

Valenz is proud to be recognized by Inc. 5000 as one of America’s fastest-growing private companies. Our team is committed to delivering on our promise to engage early and often for smarter, better, faster healthcare. With this commitment, you’ll find an engaged culture – one that stands strong, vigorous, and healthy in all we do.

Benefits

• Generously subsidized company-sponsored Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance, with access to services through our own products, Healthcare Blue Book and KISx Card.
• Spending account options: HSA, FSA, and DCFSA
• 401K with company match and immediate vesting
• Flexible working environment
• Generous Paid Time Off to include vacation, sick leave, and paid holidays
• Employee Assistance Program that includes professional counseling, referrals, and additional services
• Paid maternity and paternity leave
• Pet insurance
• Employee discounts on phone plans, car rentals and computers
• Community giveback opportunities, including paid time off for philanthropic endeavors