QA/Test Developer - Entry level

Introduction
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Your Role and Responsibilities

The z/OS Customer Test group is seeking an experienced QA tester to join the team. We are responsible for the final verification of a z/OS release and System z hardware and System Storage before they become generally available to clients including final testing of all z/OS fixes delivered as preventative service to z/OS clients. We manage a fully configured z/OS Parallel Sysplex environment for comprehensive customer-like testing and assist z/OS developers in gaining confidence in their code by supporting them to execute special tests recreates and early testing of features solutions and fixes. We are a critical contributor to the reduction of PTFs in Error (PE) for z/OS service

As a QA tester in z/OS Customer Test you will be responsible for:

1. Designing and automating test suites to ensure reliability of the systemZ and z/OS platform technology.

2. Having a client-first mindset to test at scale and simulate customer-like environments.

3. Creating strategies and scripts to test new features and functionalities.

4. Contributing and reviewing code for internal and external repositories.

5. Documenting processes (Test plans) and procedures for clarity and reproducibility.

6. Interacting with counterparts in z/OS development teams worldwide.

Required Technical and Professional Expertise

Programming Languages: Familiarity with one or more programming languages such as Java Python C++ or JavaScript.

Development Tools: Experience with software development tools such as Git IDEs (e.g. Eclipse IntelliJ) and version control systems.

Problem-Solving Skills: Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities with a keen attention to detail.

Communication: Excellent verbal and written communication skills with the ability to collaborate effectively in a team environment.

Adaptability: Willingness to learn new technologies and adapt to changing project requirements.

Teamwork: Ability to work both independently and as part of a collaborative team.

Quick learner and a strong team player with good communication and interpersonal skills.

Self-Driven and Proven ability to work effectively in a global team environment.

Ability to make decisions and multitask.

Preferred Technical and Professional Expertise

Familiarity with MLOPs (Machine Learning Ops).

Experience with scripting languages and tools (such as JCL REXX Unix Shell scripting PYTHON and zOSMF Workflows).

Familiarity with one or more automation tools or frameworks such as Ansible or Galasa is a plus!

Database Knowledge: Basic understanding of databases including SQL and NoSQL databases.

Agile Methodology: Familiarity with Agile development practices and tools such as JIRA or Trello.

Open-Source Contributions: Any experience contributing to open-source projects is a plus.