Mainframe Tester

JR United Kingdom; Kettering; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading global recruitment specialist is seeking a Mainframe Tester based in Northampton/Knutsford. The role requires strong automation testing skills and the ability to develop testing strategies that ensure software quality. With a daily rate of £340, you'll collaborate with cross-functional teams and lead testing initiatives until the end of 2025.

Qualifications

• Strong test automation knowledge and experience.
• Experience in creating and executing automated test scripts.
• Ability to lead and supervise a testing team.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement test plans and strategies.
• Create automated test scripts for defect detection.
• Collaborate with teams to analyze requirements and develop criteria.

Skills

Test Automation

Java

Cucumber JVM

Git

Selenium

DevOps Tools

MS SQL Server

Oracle DB

Testing Techniques

Test Strategies

Tools

Eclipse

IntelliJ IDEA

Rest API

Rest Assured

Job description

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We are a Global Recruitment specialist that provides support to clients across EMEA, APAC, US, and Canada. We have an excellent job opportunity for you.

Role: Mainframe Tester

Location: Northampton / Knutsford

Duration: End of the year 2025

Rate: 340GBP/Day (Inside IR35)

Purpose of the role

• Strong test automation knowledge of the following tools and technologies:

• Java
• Cucumber JVM, Maven, Git, Selenium
• DevOps tools (AWS, Jenkins)
• Hands-on experience in automation development and execution
• Development tools such as Eclipse, IntelliJ IDEA
• Knowledge of Rest API, Rest Assured

• Experience with relational databases (MS SQL Server and Oracle DB).

• Strong knowledge of testing lifecycle and core testing processes/techniques using different test approaches.

• Excellent testing skills, including writing test strategies/approaches, test scenarios, executing test cases, bug reporting, and verification.

• Ability to design, develop, and execute testing strategies to validate functionality, performance, and user experience. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to identify and resolve defects, and continuously improve testing processes and methodologies to ensure software quality and reliability.

Accountabilities:

• Development and implementation of comprehensive test plans and strategies to validate software functionality and ensure quality standards.
• Creation and execution of automated test scripts using testing frameworks and tools to facilitate early defect detection.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to analyze requirements, participate in design discussions, and develop acceptance criteria.
• Perform root cause analysis for defects, working closely with developers to support defect resolution.
• Participate in code reviews, promote a culture of code quality and knowledge sharing.
• Stay informed of industry technology trends and contribute to the organization’s technology communities.
• Perform activities in a timely manner, maintaining high standards and driving continuous improvement.
• Possess in-depth technical knowledge and experience in the area of expertise.
• Lead and supervise a team, guiding professional development, allocating work, and coordinating resources.
• If in a leadership role, demonstrate leadership behaviors to foster an environment for colleagues to thrive.
• For individual contributors, develop technical expertise and act as an advisor where appropriate.
• Impact related teams within the area and partner with other functions and business areas.
• Take responsibility for the end results of team operations.
• Maintain understanding of how the sub-function integrates within the organization’s products, services, and processes.

If you are interested and want to learn more, please send your CV. We will contact you as soon as possible. Candidates are often shortlisted within 48 hours.