Senior QA Automation Engineer

Job Title: Senior QA Automation Engineer Location: Jersey City, NJ / Charlotte, NC Duration: Contract - 12 months Pay Range: $60.40/hr (W2) Job ID: 406464 About BCforward BCforward is a leading global IT consulting and workforce solutions firm providing services and support to Fortune 500 and government clients. Founded in 1998, BCforward has grown with our customers needs into a full-service business solutions provider. With delivery centers and offices across North America and India, we take pride in building long-term relationships and delivering excellence through innovation, collaboration, and integrity. Job Description We are seeking a Quality Assurance Consultant III to join our team. The ideal candidate will have strong experience in UI and database test automation, SQL, Unix, and Agile delivery and a proven ability to design and execute comprehensive test strategies that ensure high-quality releases across functional, integration, and regression scopes. Responsibilities: Develop detailed, comprehensive, and well-structured test cases based on functional requirements and acceptance criteria. Contribute to test planning and build test cases for sprint stories in Scrum environments. Automate UI and database test cases using tools such as Selenium and Tosca. Design, create, and manage test data to support execution. Execute manual and automated tests and record results with clarity and accuracy. Test new and existing features, support unit and integration debugging, and report defects and failures. Partner with development for defect triage and resolution. Execute testing across functional, integration, and regression levels. Design, develop, and maintain reliable automation scripts. Own end-to-end testing for assigned features and releases. Detect, track, and document software defects and inconsistencies and propose timely solutions. Apply quality principles throughout the Agile product lifecycle with required documentation and standards adherence. Ensure standards and processes are implemented across projects. Required Skills & Qualifications: Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Computer Science, Math, or related field. 6+ years of overall experience with at least 5 years in software testing and QA. Hands-on automation using Selenium and/or Tosca for UI and database validation. Expertise in testing UI and database changes with solid ETL and data validation exposure. Strong SQL skills with ability to write complex queries and joins; experience with Oracle preferred. Experience with Unix, including writing and executing commands and scripts. Familiarity with Autosys for job scheduling and test orchestration. Proficiency with test management tools such as qTest or Octane. Knowledge of SIT and UAT phases and deliverables. Strong documentation and defect troubleshooting ability. Excellent verbal, written, and presentation skills; effective collaboration in large teams. Ability to manage competing priorities and work self-directed in a dynamic environment. Preferred Skills: Experience in the banking or financial services domain. Prior work with globally distributed Agile teams. Why BCforward? At BCforward, we believe in advancing lives and careers. When you join our team, you gain access to: Competitive compensation and benefits. Opportunities for growth with global clients. A supportive, inclusive culture that values innovation and people. Exposure to cutting-edge technologies and projects. About Our Commitment BCforward is an equal opportunity employer. We value diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, or veteran status. Interested? Apply Now! If this sounds like the right opportunity for you, please apply with your most recent resume.