Senior Software/Automation Engineer

Job Title: Senior Software Engineer - Python / Java / Ansible / CI/CD

Location: Jacksonville, FL

Duration: Contract - 12 months

Pay Range: $70.23/hr (W2)

Job ID: 412013

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 Senior Software Engineer - Python / Java / Ansible / CI/CD to join our dynamic team. The ideal candidate will have strong experience in Python, Java, Bash, Ansible, CI/CD, automated testing, and relational databases, and a proven ability to deliver end-to-end solution designs that meet functional, non-functional, and compliance requirements.

Responsibilities:

• Design, develop, and modify architecture components, application interfaces, and solution enablers while maintaining architectural integrity.
• Code solutions and create unit tests to satisfy acceptance criteria and compliance requirements.
• Lead story refinement, define requirements, and estimate delivery effort across the lifecycle.
• Mentor engineers and coach teams on CI/CD practices and automation tooling.
• Perform spikes and proofs of concept to mitigate risk and validate new ideas.
• Automate manual release activities to improve delivery efficiency.
• Design, develop, and maintain automated test suites for integration, regression, and performance.
• Deliver complex features that enable development efficiencies and quality outcomes.
• Provide technical thought leadership across multiple implementations and competencies.
• Own end-to-end solution design and delivery.

Required Skills & Qualifications:

• Proficiency in Python, Java, Bash scripting, and Ansible.
• Deep understanding of data structures and object-oriented programming principles.
• Experience with relational databases such as Oracle and MySQL.
• Strong knowledge of software development and testing practices, design patterns, and architectural patterns.
• Proficiency with CI/CD pipelines and automated software testing.
• Working knowledge of JIRA, Remedy, and ServiceNow.
• Application development methodologies and infrastructure understanding with solid analytical and organizational skills.
• Experience level: 5+ years as a Software Engineer.

Preferred Skills:

• Experience delivering solutions in large enterprise environments.
• Familiarity with Agile/Scrum practices and tooling.

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.

Interested? Apply Now!

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