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Role: Mainframe QA Analyst – (CASS / CAP)
Client Industry: Automotive
Location: Torrance, CA – 4 days Onsite
Duration: Long Term
Visa: Open
Interview: Video
Rate: TBD
Note: Automotive Industry experience is mandatory.
Job Description:
Looking for an experienced QA Analyst with an automotive finance background to validate mainframe upgrades to the Customer Account Servicing System (CASS) through the CAP release (Customer Account Servicing System Application Package Release) process. This role ensures account servicing functions remain correct, compliant, and performant by executing RSECS-driven (Release Sections, i.e. individual code changes or functional updates bundled into CAP release) test planning, Quality Center script-based manual testing, Full File Production Parallel (FFPP) batch comparisons, and structured test enhancements for homegrown modules.
CAP bundles together multiple RSECS into a single release for production deployment. The CAP release ensures Compliance with regulatory requirements, Performance and stability of account servicing functions and Integration of customizations and homegrown modules.
The ideal candidate demonstrates a strong attitude toward understanding and working within highly complex systems and thrives in mainframe testing environments.
What Will They Be Working On:
CAE Application Installation and Maintenance, CAE HPC Job Submission Script Maintenance, System Patching and Maintenance, Task Automation
Analyze CAP bundles and classify RSECS into Enhancements, Regulatory, and Corrections; select the appropriate test method (SCRIPT, FFPP, or FFPP-possible)
Determine usage of impacted processes (homegrown vs. base code) and recommend whether changes are applied, commented, or excluded; define regression scope accordingly
Plan and execute tests when incoming fixes differ from prior implementation (not line-for-line)
Author and run manual scripts (test plans) in Quality Center for AF batch and online components—covering calculations, error handling, cross-screen integrity, end-of-term scenarios, and interface impacts
Run FFPP by replaying a production day’s files through batch; reconcile output deltas to the applicable RSECS and document explanations
Plan, execute, and document test enhancements alongside base changes—covering small improvements and custom/homegrown modules to ensure compatibility and stability
Coordinate business review for Regulatory items and relevant Enhancements; capture approvals and traceability to test results and release notes
Maintain audit-ready documentation linking RSECS → scripts → defects → sign-offs; follow AHM Test Management and change control practices
Identify, record, and communicate defects; drive root-cause analysis and escalation; partner with developers and operations to harden batch schedules and interfaces
Curate test data (batch input files, accounts) and manage credentials/environments for mainframe AF testing
Desired Skills:
Bachelor’s in Computer Science/Information Technology or equivalent experience
3–5 years of mainframe QA/testing across batch, online, and interfaces in financial services, preferably automotive finance
Hands-on with CAP practices: RSECS analysis, QC/ALM script authoring, FFPP execution, and planning of test enhancements for homegrown modules
Proficiency in mainframe job control, batch scheduling, and data/file comparison tooling; familiarity with account servicing life cycle
Experience validating custom/homegrown modules and minor enhancements alongside base changes
Defect management, reporting, and root-cause analysis; ability to communicate technical findings clearly to business stakeholders
Positive attitude toward understanding and navigating highly complex systems and processes
Discipline with change control, traceability, and audit readiness
3 years of big 4 consulting experience is preferred
A stable work history with large enterprise organizations
Role: Mainframe QA Analyst – (CASS / CAP)
Client Industry: Automotive
Location: Torrance, CA – 4 days Onsite
Duration: Long Term
Visa: Open
Interview: Video
Rate: TBD
Note: Automotive Industry experience is mandatory.
Job Description:
Looking for an experienced QA Analyst with an automotive finance background to validate mainframe upgrades to the Customer Account Servicing System (CASS) through the CAP release (Customer Account Servicing System Application Package Release) process. This role ensures account servicing functions remain correct, compliant, and performant by executing RSECS-driven (Release Sections, i.e. individual code changes or functional updates bundled into CAP release) test planning, Quality Center script-based manual testing, Full File Production Parallel (FFPP) batch comparisons, and structured test enhancements for homegrown modules.
CAP bundles together multiple RSECS into a single release for production deployment. The CAP release ensures Compliance with regulatory requirements, Performance and stability of account servicing functions and Integration of customizations and homegrown modules.
The ideal candidate demonstrates a strong attitude toward understanding and working within highly complex systems and thrives in mainframe testing environments.
What Will They Be Working On:
CAE Application Installation and Maintenance, CAE HPC Job Submission Script Maintenance, System Patching and Maintenance, Task Automation
Analyze CAP bundles and classify RSECS into Enhancements, Regulatory, and Corrections; select the appropriate test method (SCRIPT, FFPP, or FFPP-possible)
Determine usage of impacted processes (homegrown vs. base code) and recommend whether changes are applied, commented, or excluded; define regression scope accordingly
Plan and execute tests when incoming fixes differ from prior implementation (not line-for-line)
Author and run manual scripts (test plans) in Quality Center for AF batch and online components—covering calculations, error handling, cross-screen integrity, end-of-term scenarios, and interface impacts
Run FFPP by replaying a production day’s files through batch; reconcile output deltas to the applicable RSECS and document explanations
Plan, execute, and document test enhancements alongside base changes—covering small improvements and custom/homegrown modules to ensure compatibility and stability
Coordinate business review for Regulatory items and relevant Enhancements; capture approvals and traceability to test results and release notes
Maintain audit-ready documentation linking RSECS → scripts → defects → sign-offs; follow AHM Test Management and change control practices
Identify, record, and communicate defects; drive root-cause analysis and escalation; partner with developers and operations to harden batch schedules and interfaces
Curate test data (batch input files, accounts) and manage credentials/environments for mainframe AF testing
Desired Skills:
Bachelor’s in Computer Science/Information Technology or equivalent experience
3–5 years of mainframe QA/testing across batch, online, and interfaces in financial services, preferably automotive finance
Hands-on with CAP practices: RSECS analysis, QC/ALM script authoring, FFPP execution, and planning of test enhancements for homegrown modules
Proficiency in mainframe job control, batch scheduling, and data/file comparison tooling; familiarity with account servicing life cycle
Experience validating custom/homegrown modules and minor enhancements alongside base changes
Defect management, reporting, and root-cause analysis; ability to communicate technical findings clearly to business stakeholders
Positive attitude toward understanding and navigating highly complex systems and processes
Discipline with change control, traceability, and audit readiness
3 years of big 4 consulting experience is preferred
A stable work history with large enterprise organizations