Mainframe Functional QA
Artech Information Systems View all jobs
- Toronto, ON
- Contract
- Full-time
Location: Toronto, Ontario
Duration: 6 MonthsIntroductionWe are seeking a highly skilled and detail-oriented professional with extensive experience in testing mainframe applications and batch processes. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in mainframe testing methodologies, backend testing, and database validation, with a focus on ensuring the quality and reliability of complex systems. This role requires collaboration with cross-functional teams in an Agile environment to deliver high-quality solutions.Required Skills & Qualifications
- 5 years of Quality Engineering (QE) testing experience, with a minimum of 3 years in mainframe application testing in an Agile methodology.
- Strong hands-on experience with JCL, COBOL, and batch job execution.
- Proficiency in navigating JCLs, PROCs, and COBOL programs, and using TSO and ISPF screens.
- Ability to analyze job logs, identify errors, and implement fixes.
- Basic knowledge of SQL queries (e.g., SELECT, JOIN, aggregate functions) and familiarity with Oracle and DB2 databases.
- Proficient in test management tools such as JIRA and qTest.
- Experience in writing test plans and test cases based on system changes and impacted components.
- Strong analytical, debugging, and root cause analysis skills.
- Excellent documentation skills and familiarity with QA processes and defect management tools.
- Prior work experience at a financial institution or in the banking/finance industry.
- Experience in the Banking/Finance domain, with knowledge of General Ledger (GL) systems and processes.
- Familiarity with API testing and integrated system validation.
- Exposure to test automation frameworks for mainframe environments.
- Experience with Agile or DevOps delivery models.
- Develop, execute, and maintain test plans, test cases, and test scripts for mainframe applications and batch processes.
- Perform functional, system, integration, and regression testing for mainframe components, ensuring comprehensive test coverage.
- Conduct testing for complex PeopleSoft and mainframe systems, including backend testing and batch execution.
- Validate batch jobs, workflows, and dependencies, and analyze job logs to identify and resolve errors.
- Collaborate with development, operations, and business teams to clarify requirements and ensure test coverage.
- Document test evidence, maintain QA artifacts, and ensure compliance with organizational QA standards.
- Track and report testing progress, risks, and issues to project stakeholders.
- Support continuous improvement of QA processes and testing practices.
- Comprehensive health and dental insurance plans.
- Opportunities for professional development and career growth.
- Supportive and collaborative work environment.