Automation & Mainframe Tester

Experis • TRAFFIC • Northamptonshire, Northampton, United Kingdom • £300 - £345 / day • 1w ago

Role Title: Automation & Mainframe Tester
Duration: 6 Months
Location: Northampton/ Knutsford
Rate: 345 - Umbrella only

Would you like to join a global leader in consulting, technology services and digital transformation?

Our client is at the forefront of innovation to address the entire breadth of opportunities in the evolving world of cloud, digital and platforms.

Role purpose / summary

Purpose of the role

JCL, CICS, SQL, FileAid, AbendAid, Cobol, DB2 & VSAM
Strong test automation knowledge on below tools and technologies
Java
Cucumber JVM, Maven, Git, Selenium,maven
Devops tools (AWS, Jenkins)
CI/CD pipelines
Hands on experience in automation development and execution
Development tools such as: Eclipse, IntelliJ IDEA
Knowledge on Rest API, Rest Assured.
Relational databases (MS SQL Server and Oracle DB).
Strong knowledge of Testing lifecycle and core testing process/techniques using different test approaches
Excellent knowledge in testing skills (writing Test strategy/approach, test scenarios, executing test cases, opening bugs, verifying bugs)
To design, develop, and execute testing strategies to validate functionality, performance, and user experience, while collaborating with cross-functional teams to identify and resolve defects, and continuously improve testing processes and methodologies, to ensure software quality and reliability.
Accountabilities
Development and implementation of comprehensive test plans and strategies to validate software functionality and ensure compliance with established quality standards.
Creation and execution automated test scripts, leveraging testing frameworks and tools to facilitate early detection of defects and quality issues. ? .
Collaboration with cross-functional teams to analyse requirements, participate in design discussions, and contribute to the development of acceptance criteria, ensuring a thorough understanding of the software being tested.
Root cause analysis for identified defects, working closely with developers to provide detailed information and support defect resolution.
Collaboration with peers, participate in code reviews, and promote a culture of code quality and knowledge sharing.
Stay informed of industry technology trends and innovations, and actively contribute to the organization's technology communities to foster a culture of technical excellence and growth.
Analyst Expectations
To perform prescribed activities in a timely manner and to a high standard consistently driving continuous improvement.
Requires in-depth technical knowledge and experience in their assigned area of expertise
Thorough understanding of the underlying principles and concepts within the area of expertise
They lead and supervise a team, guiding and supporting professional development, allocating work requirements and coordinating team resources.
If the position has leadership responsibilities, People Leaders are expected to demonstrate a clear set of leadership behaviours to create an environment for colleagues to thrive and deliver to a consistently excellent standard.
OR for an individual contributor, they develop technical expertise in work area, acting as an advisor where appropriate.
Will have an impact on the work of related teams within the area.
Partner with other functions and business areas.
Takes responsibility for end results of a team's operational processing and activities.
Maintain and continually build an understanding of how own sub-function integrates with function, alongside knowledge of the organisations products, services and processes within the function.
Demonstrate understanding of how areas coordinate and contribute to the achievement of the objectives of the organisation sub-function.

All profiles will be reviewed against the required skills and experience. Due to the high number of applications we will only be able to respond to successful applicants in the first instance. We thank you for your interest and the time taken to apply!

Related Jobs

Automation & Mainframe Tester

Experis UK • Northampton, England, GB • 1w ago

Testing & QA

Role Title: Automation & Mainframe Tester Duration: 6 Months Location: Northampton/ Knutsford Rate: £345 - Umbrella only Would you like to join a global leader in consulting, technology services and digital transform...

1w ago

Apply

Junior Automation Tester

Experis UK • Northampton, England, GB • 2w ago

Testing & QA

Role: Junior Automation Tester Location: Northampton Duration: Until 31 December 2025 Rate: £275 per day - PAYE via Umbrella Requirements: Java Concepts & Coding: Core principles, advanced topics, and practical codin...

2w ago

Apply

Test Manager - Transaction / Reg Reporting

Source Group International • Remote work, England • 1m ago

Testing & QA Outside IR35

Test Manager Initial 6 Month Contract Rate DOE - Outside IR35 Remote in UK One of our consulting clients is currently on the search for a Test Manager to join them on an interim basis to work at an Investment Banking C...

1m ago

Apply

Salesforce Developer

Square One Resources • APPLICATION • Buckinghamshire, Milton Keynes, United Kingdom • £300 - £370 / day • 1d ago

Developer

Job Title: Salesforce Developer Location: Milton Keynes (2 x day per week in office) Salary/Rate : Up to £370 per day Start Date: June (6 months) Job Type : Contract (Inside IR35) Company Introduction We are currently re...

1d ago

Apply

Management Accountant | Northampton, UK

Morgan McKinley • Northampton, England, GB • £65,000 - £70,000 / day • 1d ago

Management Accountant Job Title: Management Accountant Location: Northampton About the Role We are looking for a skilled Management Accountant to join our finance team. In this role, you will be responsible for the accur...

1d ago

Apply

O365 & Azure Security Consultant

IO Associates • England, England, GB • 1d ago

Outside IR35

Office 365 & Azure Security Consultant | Outside IR35 | Fully Remote | Immediate Start We are seeking a skilled Microsoft 365 & Azure Security Consultant to enhance and secure our cloud environment. This fully re...

1d ago

Apply

Software Developer

IO Associates • England, England, GB • 2d ago

Developer

Azure Logic App Developer (Software development) Rate: £450-£550/day Location: Remote with occasional travel (North-West England) Start Date: Within the next couple of weeks Contract Length: 9 months (+ possible 3-month...

2d ago

Apply

Python Developer - Linux/Windows - SC Cleared - Full time Onsite - Outside IR35

SmartSourcing Ltd • Contract • Milton Keynes, Buckinghamshire, United Kingdom • 3d ago

Developer Outside IR35

Python Developer - Linux/Windows - ITIL - SC Cleared - Full time onsite - OUTSIDE IR35 One of our government clients is looking for an experienced Python Developer to join them for a 6 month contract. They are offering £...

3d ago

Apply

Windows 11 Deployment Project Manager

Undisclosed Company • England, England, GB • 4d ago

Project Manager

We're looking for around 20 Site and Project Managers to join a crucial, Windows 11 IT deployment project. This is a fantastic opportunity to play a pivotal role in a nationwide and international technology refresh. What...

4d ago

Apply

Business Analyst

Experis UK • England, England, GB • 4d ago

Business Analyst

Role Title: Business Analyst End Date: 28th November Location: Barnsley Onsite Requirement: 3 days per week onsite Rate: £375 per day - PAYE via Umbrella Only Role Overview: We are looking for a skilled Business Analyst...

4d ago

Apply