Azure File Sync Product Test Associate

BCForward is currently seeking a highly motivated for an Applications Dev & Test - Test Associate 5 opportunity with our client.

Title: Applications Dev & Test - Test Associate 5

Location: Fully Remote, preferred Pacific Time Zone

Duration: Contract - 2 months (chance for extension, expected up to 18 months)

Typical Day in the Role

• Purpose of the Team: The purpose of this team is to own and support the Azure File Sync product, a hybrid service within the Azure Storage organization that enables customers to synchronize on‑premises Windows file servers with Azure File Shares.

• Key projects: This role will contribute to testing, validating, and supporting the Azure File Sync product, including deployments, customer scenarios, and quality assurance activities.

Candidate Requirements

• Disqualifiers: Candidates with a pattern of frequently changing jobs (e.g., every 3–6 months) will not be eligible for the role.

• Best vs. Average: The ideal resume would contain strong Azure and Windows Server background, proven ability to learn new products quickly, self‑motivation, independence, and the ability to work with minimal supervision.

o Experience testing software

o Experience writing test documentation such as Test Plans, scripts and test results reports

o Communication Skills

Summary:

The main function of a QA Analyst/Test Associate is to develop, implement, and document all testing activities, including test planning, test documentation, test execution, defect tracking and reporting, including follow-up and issue resolution.

Job Responsibilities:

• Execute test plans, scenarios, scripts or procedures

• Test system modifications to prepare for implementation

• Develop testing programs that address areas such as database impacts, software scenarios, or usability

• Document software defects, using a bug tracking system, and report defects to software developers

• Identify, analyze and document problems with program function, output, online screen or content

• Monitor bug resolution efforts and track successes

• Create or maintain databases of known test defects

• Plan test schedules or strategies in accordance with project scope or delivery dates

Qualifications:

• Associate's degree in technical field such as computer science, computer engineering or related field required

• 10+ years’ experience required

• Experience testing software

• Experience writing test documentation such as Test Plans, scripts and test results reports

• Ability to analyze/interpret test results and provide recommendations to improve testing

Top 3 Must-Have HARD Skills & years of experience for each:

1. Testing Background: Minimum 10 years.

2. Server and Azure Technologies: Minimum 10 years.

3. Scripting Experience: Minimum 10 years (any scripting language, not limited to PowerShell).

About BCforward:

Founded in 1998 on the idea that industry leaders needed a professional service, and workforce management expert, to fuel the development and execution of core business and technology strategies, BCforward is a Black-owned firm providing unique solutions supporting value capture and digital product delivery needs for organizations around the world. Headquartered in Indianapolis, IN with an Offshore Development Center in Hyderabad, India, BCforward’s 6,000 consultants support more than 225 clients globally.

BCforward champions the power of human potential to help companies transform, accelerate, and scale. Guided by our core values of People-Centric, Optimism, Excellence, Diversity, and Accountability, our professionals have helped our clients achieve their strategic goals for more than 25 years. Our strong culture and clear values have enabled BCforward to become a market leader and best in class place to work.

BCforward is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against based on disability.

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