Agile Programming Methodologies, Atlassian JIRA, Automation, Bug Tracking/Defect Management, Business Solutions, Compensation and Benefits, Consulting, Continuous Deployment/Delivery, Continuous Integration, Cross-Functional, Fortune 500 Customers, Government, Information Technology Consulting, Leadership, Leading Edge Technology, Quality Assurance, Quality Metrics, Risk, Root Cause Analysis, Scrum Project Management and Software Development, Software Validation, Test Case, Test Design, Test Plan/Schedule, Test Strategy, Testing, Validation Testing
Job Title: QA Lead
Location: Vancouver, WA
Duration: Contract to hire
Pay Range: $45/hr. to $50/hr (w2)
Job ID: 372374
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 a QA Lead to join our team. The ideal candidate will have strong experience in quality validation for software solutions and a proven ability to translate technical outcomes into clear business insights and decisions.
Responsibilities:
- Define and lead quality planning across solution lifecycles.
- Design test and validation scope, test strategies, and acceptance criteria.
- Interpret validation results and communicate impact, risk, and readiness to business stakeholders.
- Coordinate execution of test plans across cross-functional teams.
- Establish defect management practices and drive root-cause analysis.
- Report quality metrics and recommend release go/no-go decisions.
Required Skills & Qualifications:
- Background in engineering or related discipline.
- 6-10 years of experience in software quality validation or QA leadership.
- Proficiency with test planning, test case design, and validation methodologies.
- Ability to translate technical findings into business terms and actions.
- Experience with defect tracking and QA tools (e.g., Jira, TestRail, or similar).
Preferred Skills:
- Exposure to automation frameworks and CI/CD pipelines.
- Prior work in Agile or Scrum environments.
Why BCforward?
At BCforward, we believe in advancing lives and careers. When you join our team, you gain access to:
- 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
About Our Commitment
BCforward is an equal opportunity employer. We value diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, or veteran status.
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Bucher & Christian Consulting, Inc. dba BCforward (BCF)