Mainframe Quality Engineering Specialist

CGI; Toronto; Hybrid; CAD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading IT consulting firm in Toronto is seeking a Mainframe Quality Engineering Specialist to perform extensive testing and automation of mainframe applications. The ideal candidate will have 2-5 years of mainframe testing experience, strong scripting skills, and knowledge of CI/CD tools. This hybrid role involves collaboration with various teams to deliver high-quality solutions. If you're looking to enhance your career in a supportive and innovative environment, this is the opportunity for you.

Qualifications

• 2‑5 years in mainframe testing.
• Strong automation and scripting skills.
• Excellent communication and problem‑solving skills.

Responsibilities

• Perform mainframe testing (Batch, JCL, TSO, ZEKE, Connect Direct, File Manager).
• Develop automation scripts using REXX, SuperC, and mainframe utilities.
• Integrate tests into CI/CD pipelines (Helios, GitHub, Jenkins, UCD).
• Conduct database testing (DB2, Oracle, SQL, IMS).
• Create and execute test plans and cases.

Skills

DB2

Automation and scripting skills

CI/CD tools

SQL

Detail-oriented

GitHub

Jenkins

Selenium

Oracle

Job description

Position Description

This role is hybrid and requires you to be at our office (250 Yonge Street)/client office at a minimum 4 days per week - subject to change at any time. We are seeking a highly skilled Mainframe Quality Engineering Specialist to join our team. The ideal candidate will have strong experience in mainframe testing environments, automation frameworks, and modern testing practices. This role involves working closely with development, QA, and business teams to ensure high‑quality delivery of mainframe applications and integrations.

Your future duties and responsibilities

• Perform mainframe testing (Batch, JCL, TSO, ZEKE, Connect Direct, File Manager).
• Develop automation scripts using REXX, SuperC, and mainframe utilities.
• Work with frameworks like Robot Framework, Selenium, Rest Assured, TestNG, and BDD tools (Cucumber, Karate) using Python/Java.
• Integrate tests into CI/CD pipelines (Helios, GitHub, Jenkins, UCD).
• Conduct database testing (DB2, Oracle, SQL, IMS).
• Create and execute test plans and cases.
• Apply banking/payments domain knowledge.
• Explore AI‑based testing solutions.

Required qualifications to be successful in this role

• 2‑5 years in mainframe testing.
• Strong automation and scripting skills.
• Knowledge of CI/CD tools and SQL.
• Excellent communication and problem‑solving skills.

Disclaimer

Use of the term ‘engineering’ in this job posting refers to the technical sense related to Information Technology (IT) and does not imply that the individual practices engineering or possesses the requisite license as prescribed by the applicable provincial or territorial engineering regulator. We are seeking individuals with expertise in IT engineering‑related functions, but licensure from an engineering regulator is not a prerequisite for this position. Engineering is a regulated profession in Canada which is restricted in terms of use of titles and designation.

Skills

• DB2
• Delivery Management
• Detail‑oriented
• Financial Services
• GitHub
• Jenkins
• Mainframe
• Oracle
• Selenium
• SQLite
• Test Case / Script Development
• Test Design
• Waterfall Model

What you can expect from us

Together, as owners, let’s turn meaningful insights into action. Life at CGI is rooted in ownership, teamwork, respect and belonging. Here, you’ll reach your full potential because… You are invited to be an owner from day 1 as we work together to bring our Dream to life. That’s why we call ourselves CGI Partners rather than employees. We benefit from our collective success and actively shape our company’s strategy and direction. Your work creates value. You’ll develop innovative solutions and build relationships with teammates and clients while accessing global capabilities to scale your ideas, embrace new opportunities, and benefit from expansive industry and technology expertise. You’ll shape your career by joining a company built to grow and last. You’ll be supported by leaders who care about your health and well‑being and provide you with opportunities to deepen your skills and broaden your horizons. At CGI, we value the strength that diversity brings and are committed to fostering a workplace where everyone belongs. We collaborate with our clients to build more inclusive communities and empower all CGI partners to thrive. As an equal‑opportunity employer, being able to perform your best during the recruitment process is important to us. If you require an accommodation, please inform your recruiter. To learn more about accessibility at CGI, contact us via email. Please note that this email is strictly for accessibility requests and cannot be used for application status inquiries. Come join our team—one of the largest IT and business consulting services firms in the world.