Mainframe Tester

Our client is looking for a Mainframe Test Engineer at Cincinnati, OH It’s a Contract opportunity

• The Quality Engineer Mainframe ensures the quality of batch and online CICS mainframe applications by designing executing and automating robust tests across COBOL JCL DB2 and VSAM components
• The role involves preparing test scenarios and data executing test cases validating databases and files and logging defects
• The engineer analyzes abends from JES spool debugs using mainframe tools and reviews COBOLDB2 code when needed Collaboration with developers and leads is key to assess risks report daily progress and deliver on time with hands-on use of tools such as File Aid File  Manager SPUFI and Endevor

• Hands‑on mainframe testing experience across CICS COBOL JCL DB2 VSAM Proficiency with tools File Aid File  Manager Xpediter Endevor SPUFI
• Ability to customize and run JCLs for the test environment using production JCLs
• DB2 database testing and SQL querying skills Experience analyzing abends from JES spool and using debugging tools Ability to analyze COBOL and DB2 code as needed Strong experience with HP Quality Center ALM and Jira for test management and defect tracking Knowledge of testing methodologies techniques phases and best practices Excellent communication organization collaboration and problem‑solving skills

• Analyze requirements and technical design documents to derive test scenarios and detailed test cases
• Prepare and maintain test data using tools eg File Aid File Manager SPUFI
• Customize and execute JCLs to run batch jobs and validate outcomes Execute functional integration and regression tests for CICS online and batch components Perform DB2 testing with SQL validation verify VSAM files and datasets Investigate and analyze abends from JES spool debug using tools such as Xpediter
• Review and understand COBOLDB2 code to trace logic and rootcause defects Log and track defects using Quality Center support triage and retesting Identify and escape risks and issues to leads, managers promptly
• Provide daily status progress reports and actively participation in project calls and meetings