Manual/Functional QA Tester

Job Title: Manual/Functional QA Tester

Location: Charlotte, NC

Duration: Contract - 12 months

Pay Range: $60.40/hr (W2)

Job ID: 374274

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 Quality Assurance Consultant III to join our dynamic team supporting an enterprise ATM platform. The ideal candidate will have strong experience in functional and manual testing, regression planning and execution, and Agile delivery using Jira and a proven ability to design thorough test assets, execute on physical ATM hardware, and isolate, document, and communicate defects with clarity.

Responsibilities:

• Plan, design, and document regression test strategies, test plans, and detailed test cases/scripts for ATM application releases.


• Execute manual tests on software, hardware, and firmware in a lab environment and record clear, reproducible results.


• Troubleshoot issues, narrow root causes, and reduce defects to succinct, repeatable steps.


• Install software builds, prepare and condition test data, and assess test environment constraints.


• Document defects with due diligence and partner with teams to drive timely resolution.


• Collaborate in Agile ceremonies and refine Epics, Stories, and bugs for testability and acceptance criteria.


• Perform exploratory testing and support UAT or partner with business stakeholders for acceptance.


• Work onsite in the test lab at least three days per week starting day one and handle ATM hardware safely and effectively.

Required Skills & Qualifications:

• Functional and manual testing expertise for user interfaces with the ability to manipulate and prepare data.


• Proficiency with Agile tools, notably Jira, for test management and defect tracking.


• Strong analytical skills with clear written and verbal communication of issues and impacts.


• Demonstrated independence, sound judgment, and timely decision-making to move work forward.

Preferred Skills:

• Experience testing software that interfaces with hardware or embedded firmware.


• Background in ATM, payments, or retail banking applications.

Role Logistics

• Work setup: Hybrid. Minimum three days onsite weekly in Charlotte, NC. Onsite from day one.


• Target start: July. Interviews: 1-2 rounds, video and in person.


• Glider ID verification will be required.


• Hours per day: 8. Labor type: Technical.

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

Candidate Submission Notes

• Please include current location and any relocation plan on the resume. State earliest availability and whether a cooling-off period applies.


• Approved location: Charlotte, NC. Max three submissions per vendor.

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.

Interested? Apply Now!

If this sounds like the right opportunity for you, please apply with your most recent resume.