iSeries QA Lead : Issaquah, WA : Long Term Contract

[Devendra Upadhyay]

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Job Role: iSeries QA Lead

Location: Issaquah, WA (Onsite from Day One)

Role Type: Long-Term Contract

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C2C Agency : H1B only 

Role Overview

As the iSeries QA Lead, you will drive the end-to-end testing strategy for applications running in an IBM i (AS/400) RPG environment. You will be responsible for leading the test lifecycle, from requirement analysis and estimation to defect management and final sign-off. This is a hands-on leadership role requiring deep knowledge of green-screen testing and modern QA methodologies.

Key Responsibilities

• Strategy & Planning: Design, develop, and execute comprehensive test plans and scripts for functional, integration, system, and E2E testing.
• iSeries Expertise: Validate complex business logic within an RPG/DB2 environment, including batch job monitoring and data verification.
• Lead & Mentor: Oversee the work of junior QA analysts, conduct code/test reviews, and manage resource scheduling and project estimates.
• Defect Management: Lead the Root Cause Analysis (RCA) process and work closely with Development and DevOps teams to resolve issues.
• Traceability: Maintain the Requirements Traceability Matrix (RTM) to ensure 100% coverage of user stories and features.
• Metrics & Reporting: Track and report on key KPIs including defect leakage, acceptance ratios, and test execution productivity.

Technical Requirements

• Core Platform: 3+ years of specialized experience testing in an iSeries (AS/400) environment with RPG logic.
• Database: Strong ability to write complex SQL queries (table joins) on DB2, Oracle, or MS SQL Server.
• Tooling: Proficiency in HP ALM (Quality Center) or similar industry-standard SQA tools.
• Methodology: Expert knowledge of Agile/Scrum and the full Software Development Life Cycle (SDLC).
• Environment: Experience with Cloud-based testing, UI testing, and N-tier client/server architecture.

Preferred Skills

• Familiarity with Test Automation frameworks and performance testing.
• Solid understanding of build tools and software configuration management (DevOps).
• Experience in RCA (Root Cause Analysis) and preventive measure reporting.

Soft Skills

• Leadership: Ability to mentor others and handle weekly stakeholder governance calls.
• Problem Solving: Excellent troubleshooting skills with a "self-starter" mindset.
• Communication: Ability to translate technical iSeries issues into clear business risks for stakeholders.

Thanks & Regards, Devendra Upadhyay E-mail - devendra@buckeyeglobalit.com