Mainframe Testing

Talent Worx; Chennai; On-site; INR 800,000 - 1,200,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Work with one of the Big 4's in India

Job summary

A technology consulting company in Chennai is seeking a Mainframe Testing Engineer to ensure the quality and performance of applications. The role requires 5-11 years of experience in mainframe testing, strong knowledge in COBOL, JCL, and SQL. A Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or related field is required. Work is full-time and offers the opportunity to collaborate with leading firms in the industry.

Qualifications

• 5-11 years of experience in mainframe testing, preferably in banking and financial services.
• Experience with testing tools applicable to mainframe environments.
• Familiarity with automated testing frameworks and tools is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute test cases for mainframe applications.
• Monitor and maintain test environments; coordinate defect management.
• Conduct performance and stress testing.

Skills

Mainframe testing expertise

COBOL

JCL

SQL queries

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or related field

Tools

BMC Mainframe Tools

IBM Rational Test Workbench

Job description

We are seeking a talented Mainframe Testing Engineer to join our dedicated team at Talent Worx. In this role, you will be responsible for ensuring the quality and performance of mainframe applications through rigorous testing processes. You will work closely with developers and stakeholders to understand application requirements and develop comprehensive test plans.

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop and execute test cases for mainframe applications, focusing on both functional and non-functional testing
• Monitor and maintain test environments while coordinating with development teams for defect management
• Perform regression testing and ensure that software updates do not adversely affect existing functionalities
• Utilize test management tools to document tests, track defects, and report quality metrics
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to gather requirements and provide feedback on application functionality
• Participate in design reviews and contribute to the development of test strategies and planning
• Conduct performance and stress testing to assess system stability and responsiveness

Requirements

Key Requirements:

• 5-11 years of experience in mainframe testing, preferably in banking and financial services
• Experience with testing tools such as BMC Mainframe Tools, IBM Rational Test Workbench, or similar
• Strong knowledge of COBOL, JCL, and databases (DB2, IMS)
• Ability to create and execute complex SQL queries for data validation
• Familiarity with automated testing frameworks and tools is a plus
• Excellent analytical skills with a keen attention to detail
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills to work effectively in a team environment
• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or related field

Benefits

Work with one of the Big 4's in India

Seniority level

• Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Full-time

Job function

• Other

Industries

• IT Services and IT Consulting