Automation Test Lead

Job Title: Enterprise Test Lead

Location: Chicago (Hybrid onsite 2 days)

Duration: 12 months

Pay Range: $40/hr. to $42/hr (W2)

Job ID: 373362

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 an experienced Enterprise Test Lead to own and lead the testing lifecycle for critical projects from planning and automation strategy through execution, delivery, and quality assurance. This on-site, on-shore role requires leadership, technical knowledge, and collaboration with cross-functional teams including development, product, operations, and business stakeholders.

Responsibilities:

• Lead and manage the test delivery lifecycle across projects, including planning, execution, monitoring, and closure.
• Define and implement test strategy, processes, and frameworks aligned with client needs and organizational standards.
• Enforce defect management, test coverage, and traceability practices to ensure quality deliverables.
• Manage offshore and onshore testing teams to drive collaboration and productivity.
• Track and report testing progress, risks, and issues to stakeholders and senior management.
• Partner with development, business, and program teams to integrate testing activities.
• Drive continuous improvement in testing practices, tools, and automation adoption.
• Oversee resource allocation, budgeting, and capacity planning for testing engagements.
• Maintain client relationships to ensure satisfaction and confidence in testing outcomes.

Required Skills & Qualifications:

• Hands-on expertise in automation frameworks and tools such as Selenium, Rest Assured, and JMeter.
• Proven experience in QA and Test Delivery Management.
• Strong understanding of SDLC, STLC, Agile, and DevOps methodologies.
• Experience managing distributed and global testing teams.
• Effective stakeholder management, communication, and leadership skills.
• Analytical and problem-solving mindset.

Preferred Skills:

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related field.
• Certifications such as ISTQB, CSM, or PMI.
• Experience managing enterprise-level programs in a client-facing role.