Senior Test Automation Engineer / Test Architect

We are seeking an Application Programmer III to join our dynamic team on the DevEx - Test Management program. The ideal candidate will have strong experience in enterprise Java with Spring and Hibernate, test engineering, and automation, and a proven ability to establish and mature testing strategies that enable high-quality delivery across UI, API, and backend layers. This role is onsite in Plano, TX., * Create and optimize test processes, including defect management and reporting.

• Contribute to building quality into the SDLC through best practices and tooling.
• Define a test automation strategy across the application stack, including UI, API, and backend.
• Create and optimize test automation frameworks and employ appropriate tools.
• Lead test planning for complex, cross-platform features and multi-team initiatives.
• Secure alignment and sign-off for test cases from business and stakeholders.
• Optimize test suites using approaches such as risk-based testing.
• Manage test execution and resolve, communicate, or escalate variances to plan.
• Contribute to test data management strategy, processes, and tooling.
• Generate and condition test data and ensure compliance for all environments, including handling of sensitive data.
• Participate in defect triage and drive timely resolution or escalation.
• Create and manage requirements-to-test traceability across the lifecycle.
• Use testing tools and follow promotion processes for code movement across environments.

• Proficiency in enterprise Java with Spring and Hibernate.
• Demonstrated expertise in testing strategies, test automation, and quality engineering.
• Experience creating and maintaining test automation frameworks for UI, API, and backend services.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with ability to identify root causes.
• Working knowledge of DevOps practices, CI/CD, and release automation.
• Understanding of data compliance and test data management practices.
• Effective communication and stakeholder management abilities.

Preferred Skills:

• Experience with risk-based testing and test optimization techniques.
• Familiarity with Agile and waterfall delivery frameworks and team planning ceremonies.

• 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.

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.