Mainframe QA Analyst

Highbrow LLC; Morris Plains (NJ); On-site; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A technology company in Morris Plains, NJ is looking for a Mainframe QA Analyst to ensure the quality of mainframe systems. The role requires expertise in COBOL, JCL, DB2, and CICS, alongside 3-5 years of mainframe QA experience. Candidates should have strong analytical skills and experience with test management tools like JIRA. The position calls for both independent and collaborative work, emphasizing problem-solving and communication skills in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• 3-5 years of experience in Mainframe QA activities.
• Knowledge of COBOL, JCL, DB2, and CICS.
• Familiarity with mainframe testing tools and automation testing.

Responsibilities

• Ensure the quality and functionality of mainframe systems and applications.
• Design and execute test cases, analyze requirements, and troubleshoot issues.
• Log and track defects while performing root cause analysis.

Skills

COBOL

JCL

DB2

CICS

Test Management (JIRA)

Agile methodologies

Data validation

Problem solving

Strong communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree in related field or equivalent work experience

Tools

JIRA

Job description

Job Title: Mainframe QA Analyst

Job ID: 2024-13140

Job Location: Morris Plains, NJ (100% Onsite)

Job Travel Location(s):

# Positions: 3

Employment Type: W2

Duration:Long Term

# of Layers:0

Work Eligibility:All Work Authorizations are Permitted – No Visa Transfers

Key Technology:COBOL, JCL, DB2, CICS

Job Responsibilities:

• Ensure the quality and functionality of mainframe systems and applications, primarily working on COBOL, JCL, CICS and DB2.
• Design and execute test cases, analyze requirements, troubleshoot issues and improve performance.
• Develop detailed test cases and test data based on requirements, conduct manual testing focusing on functional, integration, regression and system testing.
• Execute test cases on mainframe environments and validate data accuracy in DB2.
• Log, track the defects and perform Root cause analysis of the defect.
• Collaborate with cross functional team
• Prepare and present the test results and metrics.

Skills and Experience Required:

Required:

• 3 -5 years of experience in Mainframe QA activities
• Knowledge of COBOL, JCL, DB2, CICS
• Experience in working with large data sets, data validation and SQL queries
• Familiarity with mainframe testing tools – automation testing
• Knowledge of test management tools – JIRA
• Work experience with Agile methodologies and scrum framework
• Good analytical skills and attitude to learn newskills
• Problem solving and troubleshooting skills
• Strong communication and Interpersonal skills
• Ability to work independently and as a team.

Education:

• Bachelor’s degree in related field or equivalent work experience.