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Test Lead
BC Forward
Chicago, IL (Onsite)
Contractor
Test Lead
Location: Chicago, IL - Hyrbid
Anticipated Start Date: 3/16/2026
Please note this is the target date and is subject to change. BCForward will send official notice ahead of a confirmed start date.
Expected Duration: 1 years contractJob Type: Contract: 40 hrs/week Payrate - $40 to $42/hr on W2 Job Description:
o Lead day-to-day QA/test activities for automation projects across UI and backend services.
o Develop and maintain automated test suites using Selenium WebDriver and API testing tools such as Postman, RestAssured, or similar.
o Define test strategies, automation frameworks, and execution plans aligned with project goals.
o Collaborate with development and product teams to understand requirements, define test scenarios, and ensure early validation.
o Integrate automated tests into CI/CD pipelines and ensure consistent regression coverage.
o Review test scripts, ensure coding best practices, and mentor junior testers in automation.
o Track test progress, manage defects, and report quality metrics to stakeholders.
o Ensure test coverage for edge cases, performance, and system integration points.
Required Qualifications:
o 5+ years of experience in software testing with a focus on automation.
o Strong proficiency in Selenium WebDriver, Java/Python, and API test tools (e.g., Postman, RestAssured). Experience with testing RESTful data services and APIs
o Should be able to create automation frameworks from scratch or enhancing existing ones.
o Familiarity with CI/CD tools (e.g., Jenkins, GitLab CI), version control (Git), and defect tracking tools (e.g., JIRA).
o Should have worked on agile methodology
o Good understanding of Java and .NET Web applications
o Knowledge of API testing using API testing tools like Postman or fiddler will be an advantage
o Proficiency in using automation framework like Web, Mobile, Desktop, Container, Backend APIs, DB, MQ, Cloud tech AWS or similar, AccelQ, Selenium, SeeTest or similar, ReadyAPI, UFT, AI tool, ADO/JIra, Dynatrace or similar APM tool
o Knowledge of SOA test automation framework, process, strategy
o Must be familiar with Test Metrics, Change and Release Management processes.
o Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.
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 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 enabledBCforward 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.
To learn more about how BCforward collects and uses personal information as part of the recruiting process, view our Privacy Notice and CCPA Addendum. As part of the recruitment process, we may ask for you to disclose and provide us with various categories of personal information, including identifiers, professional information, commercial information, education information, and other related information. BCforward will only use this information to complete the recruitment process.
This posting is not an offer of employment. All applicants applying for positions in the United States must be legally authorized to work in the United States. The submission of intentionally false or fraudulent information in response to this posting may render the applicant ineligible for the position. Any subsequent offer of employment will be considered employment at-will regardless of the anticipated assignment duration.
BCforward is currently seeking a highly motivated Test Lead in Chicago, IL.
Position Title: Test LeadLocation: Chicago, IL - Hyrbid
Anticipated Start Date: 3/16/2026
Please note this is the target date and is subject to change. BCForward will send official notice ahead of a confirmed start date.
Expected Duration: 1 years contractJob Type: Contract: 40 hrs/week Payrate - $40 to $42/hr on W2 Job Description:
o Lead day-to-day QA/test activities for automation projects across UI and backend services.
o Develop and maintain automated test suites using Selenium WebDriver and API testing tools such as Postman, RestAssured, or similar.
o Define test strategies, automation frameworks, and execution plans aligned with project goals.
o Collaborate with development and product teams to understand requirements, define test scenarios, and ensure early validation.
o Integrate automated tests into CI/CD pipelines and ensure consistent regression coverage.
o Review test scripts, ensure coding best practices, and mentor junior testers in automation.
o Track test progress, manage defects, and report quality metrics to stakeholders.
o Ensure test coverage for edge cases, performance, and system integration points.
Required Qualifications:
o 5+ years of experience in software testing with a focus on automation.
o Strong proficiency in Selenium WebDriver, Java/Python, and API test tools (e.g., Postman, RestAssured). Experience with testing RESTful data services and APIs
o Should be able to create automation frameworks from scratch or enhancing existing ones.
o Familiarity with CI/CD tools (e.g., Jenkins, GitLab CI), version control (Git), and defect tracking tools (e.g., JIRA).
o Should have worked on agile methodology
o Good understanding of Java and .NET Web applications
o Knowledge of API testing using API testing tools like Postman or fiddler will be an advantage
o Proficiency in using automation framework like Web, Mobile, Desktop, Container, Backend APIs, DB, MQ, Cloud tech AWS or similar, AccelQ, Selenium, SeeTest or similar, ReadyAPI, UFT, AI tool, ADO/JIra, Dynatrace or similar APM tool
o Knowledge of SOA test automation framework, process, strategy
o Must be familiar with Test Metrics, Change and Release Management processes.
o Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.
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 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 enabledBCforward 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.
To learn more about how BCforward collects and uses personal information as part of the recruiting process, view our Privacy Notice and CCPA Addendum. As part of the recruitment process, we may ask for you to disclose and provide us with various categories of personal information, including identifiers, professional information, commercial information, education information, and other related information. BCforward will only use this information to complete the recruitment process.
This posting is not an offer of employment. All applicants applying for positions in the United States must be legally authorized to work in the United States. The submission of intentionally false or fraudulent information in response to this posting may render the applicant ineligible for the position. Any subsequent offer of employment will be considered employment at-will regardless of the anticipated assignment duration.
Interested candidates please send resume in Word format Please reference job code 250495 when responding to this ad.
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