Senior QA Automation Engineer

Job Title: Quality Assurance Consultant III Location: Jersey City, NJ / Charlotte, NC Duration: Contract - 12 months Pay Range: $60.40/hr (W2) 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, complex SQL, Unix, and Agile delivery and a proven ability to design, execute, and automate comprehensive test suites that ensure high-quality releases. Responsibilities: Develop detailed, comprehensive, and well-structured test cases from 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 or Tosca. Design, prepare, and manage test data to support execution. Execute manual and automated tests and record results with clear evidence. Test new and existing features, perform basic debugging at unit and integration levels, and report defects. Collaborate with development for defect triage and resolution. Execute functional, integration, and regression testing across releases. Design, develop, and maintain robust automation scripts and frameworks. Own end-to-end testing for assigned features and components. Detect, track, and retest software defects and inconsistencies; propose timely solutions. Apply quality principles throughout the Agile product lifecycle with proper documentation. Ensure adherence to standards and processes within projects. Required Skills & Qualifications: Technical BA/BS in Engineering, Computer Science, Math, or related field. 6 years of total experience, including 5 years in software testing. Hands-on automation using Selenium or Tosca for UI and database validation. Expertise testing UI and database changes with strong SQL skills. Proficiency writing complex SQL queries with joins; Oracle experience required. Experience with ETL testing and database-centric validations. Working knowledge of Unix, including ability to write and execute commands. Experience scheduling and monitoring jobs with Autosys. Familiarity with test management tools such as qTest or Octane. Knowledge of project testing phases including SIT and UAT. Agile/Scrum experience with collaborative defect triaging. Strong documentation and troubleshooting abilities. Effective verbal and written communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills. Ability to manage competing priorities, work self-directed, and perform in large teams. Preferred Skills: Experience in the banking domain. Prior work with globally distributed teams. Background with quality governance, standards, and process improvement. 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. Additional Details Hours per Day: 8 Labor Type: Technical Open to: Jersey City, New Jersey Respond by Date: 07/06/2026 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.aa415a4b-8b21-40fc-a65c-70d2b25ca29a