Automation Test Engineer (Java)

BCforward; Wilmington (DE); On-site; USD 110,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

BCforward is seeking an experienced Automation Test Engineer in Wilmington, DE, to design, develop, and maintain scalable automated test solutions. The role emphasizes Java-based automation, API testing, and integration with CI/CD pipelines in Agile environments.

You will collaborate with development, product, and QA teams to ensure high-quality software delivery and support continuous testing across platforms.

Qualifications

• 5+ years in software testing or QA automation.
• Hands-on with Java-based automation frameworks.
• API automation testing with Playwright, Rest Assured, Selenium.
• Experience with Selenium WebDriver and Cucumber BDD.
• Familiar with CI/CD tools (Jenkins, Maven, Git).
• Experience in Agile/Scrum environments.
• Strong analytical and communication skills.
• Python knowledge is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and maintain automated test frameworks and scripts.
• Build and execute automated API test suites.
• Integrate automated testing into CI/CD pipelines.
• Analyze results and work with devs to resolve defects.
• Enhance coverage, reliability, and efficiency.
• Participate in Agile ceremonies.
• Create test plans and automation standards.
• Execute manual testing when needed.
• Monitor quality metrics and report status.
• Research and adopt new testing tools and practices.

Skills

Java-based automation

API automation testing

CI/CD integration

BDD/TDD

Agile/Scrum

Analytical thinking

Effective communication

Tools

Java

Selenium WebDriver

Playwright

Cucumber

JUnit

TestNG

Jenkins

Maven

Git

Rest Assured

Selenium

Job description

**Presently we are unable to sponsor and request applicants to apply who are authorized to work without sponsorship**

Position Summary

We are seeking an experienced Automation Test Engineer with strong expertise in Java-based test automation and API testing. The ideal candidate will be responsible for designing, developing, and maintaining scalable automated test solutions to ensure high-quality software delivery. This role requires close collaboration with development, product, and QA teams while supporting continuous testing within Agile and CI/CD environments.

Key Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and maintain automated test frameworks and test scripts using Java, Selenium, Cucumber, Playwright, JUnit, and TestNG.
• Build and execute automated API test suites to validate application functionality and performance.
• Integrate automated testing into CI/CD pipelines using tools such as Jenkins, Maven, and Git.
• Analyze test results, identify defects, and work closely with development teams to resolve issues.
• Enhance test automation coverage, reliability, and execution efficiency.
• Participate in Agile ceremonies including sprint planning, daily stand-ups, retrospectives, and reviews.
• Create and maintain test documentation, test plans, and automation standards.
• Execute manual testing when automation is not feasible.
• Monitor quality metrics and provide regular status updates to stakeholders.
• Research and adopt new testing tools, frameworks, and best practices.

Required Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in Software Testing, QA Automation, or related technical roles.
• Strong hands-on experience with Java-based automation frameworks.
• Expertise in API automation testing using tools/frameworks such as Playwright, Rest Assured, JUnit, TestNG, or Selenium.
• Experience with Selenium WebDriver and Cucumber BDD.
• Strong understanding of BDD/TDD methodologies and test automation best practices.
• Experience working with CI/CD tools including Jenkins, Maven, Git, and version control systems.
• Knowledge of automated and manual testing processes.
• Experience working in Agile/Scrum environments.
• Familiarity with Python is a plus.
• Strong analytical, troubleshooting, and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience testing high-volume transactional or enterprise applications.
• Exposure to cloud-based environments and modern DevOps practices.
• Experience with test reporting and quality metrics tools.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment.

Top Skills

Java, Selenium, Playwright, API Automation, Cucumber, JUnit, TestNG, Jenkins, Maven, Git, Agile, BDD/TDD.