Quality Engineer III

Job Description

Job Description

Job Title: Quality Engineer III

Location: Cincinnati, OH

Duration: Contract - 4 months

Pay Range: $61/hr (W2)

Job ID: 410119

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 Engineer III to join our dynamic team. The ideal candidate will have strong experience in test automation for web, APIs, and data pipelines and a proven ability to design and implement scalable automation frameworks, validate data flows, and enable continuous testing in Agile environments .

Responsibilities:

• Design, build, and maintain automated test frameworks for web, API, and data validation.
• Develop and execute test plans and test cases for Java and Python data APIs and Kafka-based data movement.
• Implement BDD test assets including Features, Scenarios, and Step Definitions using Cucumber with Gherkin.
• Create and enhance Selenium automation with JUnit/TestNG and manage execution via Maven.
• Configure and manage CI/CD pipelines in Jenkins to run automated regression suites.
• Perform API testing using SOAP UI, including XML and web services validation.
• Collaborate within Scrum and Kanban teams, contribute to ceremonies, and support technical direction.

Required Skills & Qualifications:

• Proficiency in automation frameworks using Selenium WebDriver/GRID, JUnit or TestNG, and Maven.
• Hands-on API testing with XML/SOAP and SOAP UI, including web services validation.
• Experience developing BDD tests with Cucumber and Gherkin.
• Strong knowledge of Agile methods, including Scrum and Kanban ceremonies.
• Programming skills in Java and Python, with familiarity in JavaScript frameworks such as Node.js or AngularJS.
• Experience with Jenkins for CI/CD and automated regression execution.
• Experience with Kafka and big data tools for data movement and validation.
• Effective communication and collaboration skills to support design, development, and testing.

Preferred Skills:

• Experience with CI tooling and automation technologies such as Jenkins, Maven, and JUnit benchmarking.
• Knowledge or certification in programming languages for test automation, including Python, Java, or C++.

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!

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