QA/Test Developer - Entry level

IBM - Poughkeepsie, NY

Full-time

Poughkeepsie, NY

Computer and Electronic Product Manufacturing

About the position

The z/OS Customer Test group at IBM is seeking an experienced QA tester to ensure the reliability of the z/OS platform technology. This role involves final verification of z/OS releases and System z hardware before they are made available to clients. The QA tester will design and automate test suites, simulate customer-like environments, and collaborate with development teams to enhance the quality of z/OS services.

Responsibilities

• Designing and automating test suites to ensure reliability of the systemZ and z/OS platform technology.
• Testing at scale with a client-first mindset to simulate customer-like environments.
• Creating strategies and scripts to test new features and functionalities.
• Contributing to and reviewing code for internal and external repositories.
• Documenting processes (Test plans) and procedures for clarity and reproducibility.
• Interacting with counterparts in z/OS development teams worldwide.

Requirements

• Familiarity with one or more programming languages such as Java, Python, C++, or JavaScript.
• Experience with software development tools such as Git, IDEs (e.g., Eclipse, IntelliJ), and version control systems.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities with keen attention to detail.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively in a team environment.
• Willingness to learn new technologies and adapt to changing project requirements.
• Ability to work both independently and as part of a collaborative team.

Nice-to-haves

• 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.
• Basic understanding of databases, including SQL and NoSQL databases.
• Familiarity with Agile development practices and tools such as JIRA or Trello.
• Experience contributing to open-source projects.