Workday Functional Testing Lead

BCforward is currently seeking a highly motivated Workday Functional Testing Lead

Position Title: Workday Functional Testing Lead

Location: Chicago, IL - Onsite

Anticipated

Start Date:

2/23/2026

Expected Duration: 6 months with possibilities for extension

Pay rate: $55 to $60/hr

Job Type: Contract: 40 hrs/week

You will coordinate the functional testing activities across 7 HR modules (Core HCM, Compensation, Talent Acquisition, Talent Management, Security, Workforce Planning and Peakon) as part of the Workday implementation. You’ll ensure scenario readiness, test case assignment, and completion in line with workstream dependencies.

• Oversee test case scenarios readiness, assignment, sequencing, and tracking for functional teams
• Facilitate daily stand-ups, coordination between business, QA, and integration teams
• Manage test case creation and execution progress in Jira/Zephyr
• Provide metrics on execution, defects, and readiness status for functional work streams
• Ensure functional test deliverables align with overall E2E test strategy

• 5+ years of functional testing experience in Workday HR applications. Workday Pro Certification Preferred
• Knowledge of HR business processes across Core HCM, Compensation, Talent Acquisition, Talent Management and Security
• Proficiency in test management tools (Jira/Zephyr) and strong coordination ability
• Strong communication and organizational skills

BCforward offers all eligible employees a comprehensive benefits package including, but not limited to major medical, HSA, dental, vision, employer‑provided group life, voluntary life insurance, short‑term disability, long‑term disability, and 401k.

Founded in 1998 on the idea that industry leaders needed 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.