Java SDET (Mid)
Company: ASCENDING
Location: Baltimore
Posted on: February 19, 2026
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Job Description:
Job Description Job Description Testing Specialist (QA)
Multi-Year Contract Hybrid - Baltimore, MD Position Overview We are
seeking an experienced Testing Specialist (QA) to support
validation and testing activities for complex, public-facing health
exchange systems. This role will focus on translating requirements
into test scenarios and test cases, executing integrated User
Acceptance Testing (UAT), documenting results and defects, and
partnering with technical and business teams to ensure solutions
conform to design and functional expectations. The position is
hybrid in Baltimore, MD and is a multi-year contract. Key
Responsibilities Perform software validation and testing across
multiple test types, including regression testing, integration
testing, interface testing, and downstream functional testing.
Translate verbal and written requirements and functional
specifications into effective test cases and test scenarios for
integrated, scenario-based UAT of complex systems. Create and
maintain requirements-to-test traceability (mapping requirements to
test scenarios/cases). Design, prepare, and manage test data to
support test execution. Execute test cases, document test results,
and evaluate outcomes for conformance with design. Identify,
document, and track defects; collaborate with developers and
stakeholders through resolution and re-test cycles. Create test
plans, test schedules/calendars, and coordinate testing tasks to
establish timelines and ensure coverage. Prepare required test
documentation (e.g., test plans, test cases, evidence, defect
reports, execution summaries). Conduct QA activities such as peer
reviews of test cases, test plans, and execution results. Support
and participate in UAT activities, including coordination with
business users and cross-functional teams. Perform API services
testing using ReadyAPI (or similar tool). Apply performance testing
techniques, including performance modeling, baseline establishment,
monitoring, and profiling. Use performance tools such as JMeter,
Gatling, BlazeMeter, or similar to simulate enterprise-scale
usage/load. Required Skills & Experience (Minimum Qualifications) A
minimum of four (4) years of experience in User Acceptance Testing
(UAT) of complex public-facing systems. A minimum of two (2) years
of experience in testing web applications. Experience in utilizing
defect-tracking or defect management tools such as JIRA. Knowledge
of HTML, CSS, and JavaScript. Strong testing and analytical skills
with keen attention to detail. Proven experience working
effectively and collaboratively with stakeholders from multiple
functional teams in an organization. Preferred Qualifications A
minimum of four (4) years of experience as a Java/Web application
tester. A minimum of four (4) years of experience testing websites
across multiple browsers, web services, back-end processing, and
data validation. Experience in mobile testing, system testing, data
migration testing, data integrity testing, and data
transformation-related testing. Experience with backend database
testing on SQL, PostgreSQL, or any other enterprise database
systems, and experience in writing complex SQL queries. Experience
in performing testing and validation of complex State-Based Health
Insurance Marketplace or other healthcare systems. Experience with
industry-standard Quality Assurance best practices for Agile and
Iterative SDLCs, testing methodologies, version control systems,
implementation, and deployment activities. All qualified applicants
will receive consideration for employment without regard to race,
color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national
origin, disability or protected veteran status. Powered by JazzHR
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