Avanciers is a premier IT Staffing/Consulting organization and we are currently recruiting for a contract role for one of our premier client in Canada for
Mainframe Testing.
Job ID: AV29155
Role: Mainframe Testing
Location: Toronto, ON Hybrid
Duration: Full Time
Compensation Range: $90,000 - $95,000 per year
JCL, COBOL, CICS, and MF Testing
Perform hands-on testing within the Credit Cards functional area, including test planning, design, case creation, and execution to deliver quality outcomes.
Bring prior QE experience in Mainframe and API testing.
Provide QE leadership and feedback throughout design and development to ensure solution quality.
Apply strong business and technical understanding to design efficient test approaches and tooling strategies.
Use test data management capabilities to enable effective automated test data provisioning.
Leverage engineering tools and practices to improve testing effectiveness.
Contribute to the design, documentation, and continuous improvement of end-to-end test solutions.
Partner with developers to define and validate user stories, acceptance criteria, and Definition of Ready/Done.
Apply BDD/TDD principles with a focus on value-driven outcomes.
Lead proof of concepts to assess new technologies for faster, more secure testing.
Follow enterprise quality engineering frameworks and methodologies.
Ensure testing practices align with business needs, policies, and internal/external requirements.
Collaborate effectively with stakeholders across all levels.
Use data-driven analysis to assess effectiveness and recommend improvements.
Identify cost-saving opportunities and recommend solutions that improve efficiency and stakeholder experience.
Lead or support remediation actions to address performance, risk, and governance issues.
Manage relationships across business, corporate, and control functions to ensure enterprise and regulatory alignment.
Identify, manage, and escalate risks as needed to protect the organization.
Stay current on emerging issues, trends, and regulatory changes, and assess their impact.
Promote a strong risk and control culture aligned with risk appetite.
Contribute positively to team culture, communication, innovation, and business service.
Share QE best practices and support knowledge transfer across the team.
Continuously build knowledge of the business, tools, and methods.
Keep stakeholders informed on project status and key day-to-day updates.
This is an active job and application deadline is September 30, 2026
(This posting may close earlier if a suitable candidate is found)
Artificial Intelligence (AI) Disclosure
- We use AI-enabled tools to assist in screening applications based on job-related criteria.
Our Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion
Avanciers Incorporated is an equal opportunity employer committed to creating an inclusive and accessible workplace. We welcome applications from all qualified individuals regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, or any other protected characteristic. We are committed to providing accessible employment practices that comply with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA).
Important Information for Applicants
- Only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted
- Proof of qualifications may be requested
- Background checks may be conducted as part of the hiring process
- Avanciers Incorporated does not use Canadian Social Insurance Numbers (SIN) during the application process
Avanciers Incorporated thanks all applicants for their interest; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.
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