Sr. Manual/Automation Testers

Sr. Manual/Automation Testers

BCforward is currently seeking a highly Sr. Manual/Automation Testers

Position Title: Sr. Manual/Automation Testers

Location: Reston, VA

Anticipated Start Date: 01/25/2026

Please note this is the target date and it is subject to change. BCforward will send official notice ahead of a confirmed start date.

Expected Duration: 24+months strong possibility for extension

Pay: $55/hr to $57/hr on W2

Job Type: [FULL TIME (>=40 HRS WEEKLY), [CONTRACT], [Onsite]

Please note that actual compensation may vary within this range due to factors such as location, experience, and job responsibilities, and does not encompass additional non-standard compensation (e.g., benefits, paid time off, per diem, etc.).

Job Description:

Leads testing during application analysis, test strategy development, test case creation, test script development, test execution, defect tracking and reporting.

Also expected to contribute towards evolving Testing CoE. The candidate may also be required to train end users

Skills:

• Prior experience and expertise with Testing Center of Excellence strategy and transformation.


• Expertise in testing Web, SOA/WS, DW/ETL, JAVA backend applications.


• Proficiency in Agile and Waterfall software development models.


• Expertise in testing methodologies and process.


• Direct experience designing, developing, and maintaining automation suites using ACCELQ.


• Ability to lead automation initiatives using ACCELQ across enterprise applications.


• Familiarity with codeless, AI driven testing workflows (native to ACCELQ.)


• Expertise in project management tools; HP ALM, Rally, JIRA. Strong SQL

Skills in Oracle.

• Strong Unix and Windows skills.


• Experience in applying test automation.


• Experience in applying ATDD/BDD, Gherkin. Strong analytical and problem solving skills.


• Strong communication skills.


• Management experience leading multiple projects.

Education/Work Experience:

1) Bachelor degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, Mathematics, Engineering or related field

2) Post-graduate degree desired 15+ years of testing experience, setting requirements, test protocols and analyzing results; has participated in projects of similar scope and complexity. 2+ years leading testing efforts.

Keywords:
Tester, Manual, Automation

Benefits:

BCforward offers all eligible employees a comprehensive benefits package including, but not limited to major medical, HSA, dental, vision, employer-provided group life, voluntary life insurance, short-term disability, long-term disability, and 401k.

About BCforward:
Founded in 1998 on the idea that industry leaders needed a professional service, and workforce management expert, to fuel the development and execution of core business and technology strategies, BCforward is a Black-owned firm providing unique solutions supporting value capture and digital product delivery needs for organizations around the world. Headquartered in Indianapolis, IN with an Offshore Development Center in Hyderabad, India, BCforward's 6,000 consultants support more than 225 clients globally.
BCforward champions the power of human potential to help companies transform, accelerate, and scale. Guided by our core values of People-Centric, Optimism, Excellence, Diversity, and Accountability, our professionals have helped our clients achieve their strategic goals for more than 25 years. Our strong culture and clear values have enabled BCforward to become a market leader and best in class place to work.
BCforward is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against based on disability.
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Interested candidates please send resume in Word format Please reference job code 248870 when responding to this ad.