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Mainframe Tester

VRK IT Vision Inc.

United States

Remote

USD 65,000 - 120,000

Full time

27 days ago

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Job summary

VRK IT Vision Inc. is seeking a Mainframe Tester with extensive experience in testing mainframe applications. The candidate will work closely with teams to ensure quality delivery in an Agile/Scrum environment, utilizing skills in areas such as COBOL, JCL, DB2, and various testing tools. This remote role offers a competitive salary and welcomes applicants ready to contribute to their QA team.

Qualifications

  • 10+ years of experience in Mainframe testing required.
  • Strong knowledge of COBOL, JCL, DB2, and VSAM.
  • Experience with Agile and Waterfall development environments.

Responsibilities

  • Analyze business requirements and create test plans.
  • Perform system and integration testing on mainframe applications.
  • Validate data in mainframe databases using SQL queries.

Skills

Problem Solving
Analytical Skills
Attention to Detail

Tools

SQL
JIRA
Control-M
CA7

Job description

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Role: Mainframe Tester

Experience: 10+ years’ Experience Mandatory

Location: Remote

Job Summary

We are seeking an experienced Mainframe Tester to join our QA team. The ideal candidate will have strong hands-on experience in testing mainframe applications, particularly those built on COBOL, JCL, DB2, and VSAM. The candidate should have a keen eye for detail and experience working in Agile or Waterfall development environments.

Key Responsibilities

  • Analyze business requirements and create detailed test plans and test cases for mainframe applications.
  • Perform system, integration, regression, and UAT testing on mainframe-based systems.
  • Write and execute test scripts using tools like CA7, Control-M, or custom batch utilities.
  • Validate data in mainframe databases (DB2, VSAM) using SQL queries and file comparison tools.
  • Collaborate with developers, BAs, and other testers to ensure quality and timely delivery.
  • Track defects using tools like JIRA, ALM, or Bugzilla and work with the development team for resolution.
  • Perform batch job testing and analyze job failures and logs.
  • Generate daily/weekly test execution reports and provide status updates to stakeholders.
  • Participate in test planning, risk assessments, and release reviews.

Required Skills

  • 4–10 years of experience in Mainframe testing.
  • Strong knowledge of COBOL, JCL, DB2, VSAM, TSO/ISPF.
  • Experience with test management tools (e.g., HP ALM, JIRA, Zephyr).
  • Proficiency in writing and executing SQL queries.
  • Knowledge of file handling (Flat files, Sequential files, GDGs).
  • Experience with batch job execution and monitoring tools (e.g., CA7, Control-M).
  • Good understanding of SDLC and STLC, especially in Agile or Waterfall models.
  • Strong problem-solving and analytical skills.

Preferred Qualifications

  • Domain experience in Banking/Insurance/Healthcare.
  • Familiarity with automation tools for mainframe testing (e.g., REXX, Selenium for green screens).
  • ISTQB or equivalent certification.

Seniority level
  • Seniority level
    Mid-Senior level
Employment type
  • Employment type
    Full-time
Job function
  • Job function
    Quality Assurance

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