Senior QA Automation Engineer (SDET)

Job Title: Senior QA Automation Engineer (SDET) Location: Pennington, NJ (Onsite Required) Duration: Contract - 9 months Pay Range: $60.40/hr (W2) Job ID: 406625 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 Senior QA Automation Engineer (SDET) to join our dynamic team supporting the EET Accessibility Remediation project. The ideal candidate will have strong experience in test automation, API automation, CI/CD integration, and Agile SDLC and a proven ability to design and execute manual and automated tests that meet functional, non-functional, and compliance requirements while driving high-quality releases. Responsibilities: Develop detailed, comprehensive, and well-structured test cases based on functional, non-functional, and compliance requirements. Lead test planning at the team level and ensure clear acceptance criteria for refined user stories. Define in-scope and out-of-scope items during test planning. Implement and maintain the team's test framework and regression suites. Lead test case reviews with subject matter experts and stakeholders to ensure coverage. Identify automation opportunities and develop automation for UI, API, and data validation. Condition and generate test data while meeting data compliance requirements across environments, including management of sensitive data. Execute manual and automated test suites, record and communicate results, and assist with defect triage. Required Skills & Qualifications: 5+ years of experience in software testing and quality engineering. Automation testing expertise with Tosca, Selenium, and UFT. Strong API automation and CI/CD integration experience. Proficiency in at least one programming language: Java or Python. Experience automating database scripts and validations. Strong understanding of SDLC and Agile concepts, with ability to translate technical designs into test solutions. Ability to create detailed test cases, scripts, and scenarios from business requirements and user stories. Experience with JIRA for test management and defect tracking. Self-starter with the ability to meet deadlines and provide clear testing status and reporting. Effective communicator and collaborator, able to contribute as an individual and team member. Preferred Skills: Selenium WebDriver expertise. Copilot experience for productivity and code assistance. Strong stakeholder engagement skills with the ability to influence technical and non-technical audiences. 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.