**Introduction**As a Test Specialist at IBM, your analytical and technical skills will directly impact the quality of the software we create. Come work in an agile environment where you will help each iteration reach the next level. Whether the testing is manual, automated, or cognitive, you hold a key role in releasing the best deliverables to IBM'ers and our clients.**Your Role and Responsibilities****Required Technical and Professional Expertise**- At least 3 years of experience with a traditional mainframe programming language like COBOL and/or PL/I- Solid knowledge of the z-platform and z/OS technologies in terms of operating systems- Experience in creating and executing test cases for products and software.- Knowledge and experience working in an Agile environment**Preferred Technical and Professional Expertise**- Experience in running JCL's and checking/fixing errors.- Experience with Debugging Tools- Knowledge of REST APIs including z/OS Connect EE- Knowledge with REXX programming language (good to know)- Knowledge about MVS, VSAM, TSO, SMP/E, RACF security, and other operations tools- Experience with z/VM- Knowledge about DevOps concepts and tooling, CI/CD pipelines**About Business Unit**Are you craving to learn more? Prepared to solve some of the world's most unique challenges? And ready to shape the future for millions of people? If so, then it's time to join us, express your individuality, unleash your curiosity and discover new possibilities.Every IBMer, and potential ones like yourself, has a voice, carves their own path, and uses their expertise to help co-create and add to our story. Together, we have the power to make meaningful change - to alter the fabric of our clients, of society and IBM itself, to create a truly positive impact and make the world work better for everyone.It's time to define your career.**About IBM**Restlessly reinventing since 1911, we are not only one of the largest corporate organizations in the world, we're also one of the biggest technology and consulting employers, with many of the Fortune 50 companies relying on the IBM Cloud to run their business.At IBM, we pride ourselves on being an early adopter of artificial intelligence, quantum computing and blockchain. Now it's time for you to join us on our journey to being a responsible technology innovator and a force for good in the world.**Location Statement**IBM is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, pregnancy, disability, age, veteran status, or other characteristics. IBM is also committed to compliance with all fair employment practices regarding citizenship and immigration status.