Mainframe QA Analyst | IT Payments
Natixis in Portugal is currently seeking a Mainframe QA Analyst to join its Payments team, within the IT (Information Technologies) department.
Main Responsibilities:
- Ensure that the product meets the client requirements.
- Analyze specifications in order to build a Testing strategy.
- Participate in the estimation of test effort considering expected quality and cost.
- Specify (functional and non-functional) test scenarios and test cases for verification and proposes testability requirements.
- Plan, create, update and execute test cases based on use cases and scenarios for each new feature or bug fixes and reports on test execution and defect re-test progress.
- Report, track bugs/defect found using the company tools.
- Keep up-to-date with the Industry and best practice trends, using insights to implement new processes and initiatives in the organization.
- Actively engage in and apply various development methodologies, to effectively collaborate, contributing for successful delivery as well as improving the development process.
- Support more junior Analysts by sharing knowledge, providing technical guidance, and providing constructive feedback to foster a collaborative and inclusive environment that promotes learning and growth.
- Have a good overview on Business stakes being source of proposals for solutions improvements/understand the ecosystem.
Qualifications
Hard Skills:
- Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field.
- Experience in mainframe, specifically with COBOL (mandatory).
- Knowledge in JCL and DB2 (plus).
- Familiarity with Agile methodologies and DevOps practices is advantageous.
- Proficient in English (mandatory).
- Proficient in French (plus).
Soft Skills:
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
- Ability to work independently as well as in a team environment.
We will only consider CVs in English.
Additional Information
Our workplace reflects the vibrant spirit of our locations, with initiatives such as a Green Transportation Budget, electric bikes and a flexible Hybrid Work Policy. We promote wellbeing through the Honolulu Wellness Club, a Prayer Room, a Lactation Room, and themed Villages that inspire creativity and collaboration. Through our ESG and DEI strategies, we are committed to being inclusive, caring, and fair, ensuring every voice is heard and valued.