Mainframe Application Test Manager

Who We AreAt Kyndryl, we run and reimagine the mission-critical technology systems that drive advantage for the world's leading businesses. We are at the heart of progress; with proven expertise and a continuous flow of AI-powered insight, enabling smarter decisions, faster innovation, and a lasting competitive edge. For our people-Kyndryls-that means doing purposeful work that powers human progress. Join us and experience a flexible, supportive environment where your well-being is prioritized and your potential can thrive.

The RoleDo you believe that anything created can always be made better? If you do, we want you on our team to help us build software that defies imperfection.

As a Mainframe Application Test Manager, your role is to be the guardian of software perfection. You'll be at the forefront of innovation, using your expertise to craft, execute, and elevate testing reports using state-of-the-art tools and techniques. Your expertise will ensure that new and enhanced systems, along with their intricate interfaces, perform flawlessly.

In this role, you'll be writing and executing test plans and orchestrating automated scripts and programs to unveil the mysteries hidden within the code. You'll dive into the heart of software, understanding its every nook and cranny, and testing it to ensure it behaves exactly as intended. Your eye for detail will spot bugs and integration hiccups before going into a production environment . Your influence won't stop there. As a Tester, you'll analyze test standards and procedures, leaving your mark on the software testing landscape. Your documentation will be the guiding standard for debugging and software modification, ensuring that every digital creation is on the path to perfection.

What truly sets you apart? Your insatiable curiosity and relentless tinkering mentality. You understand that imperfection is the crucible of innovation, and you approach every challenge with curiosity and tenacity. You believe that there's always room for improvement, and you're determined to discover it.

If you thrive on the pursuit of perfection in an imperfect world and ready to transform the world of software testing

• join us at Kyndryl and be a part of something extraordinary.

Your Future at KyndrylEvery position at Kyndryl offers a way forward to grow your career. Whether you want to advance in Management as a Test Manager or pursue alternative expertise areas such as Architecture

• Kyndryl is dedicated to your professional journey.

Who You AreWho You AreYou're good at what you do and possess the required experience to prove it. However, equally as important

• you have a growth mindset; keen to drive your own personal and professional development. You are customer-focused
• someone who prioritizes customer success in their work. And finally, you're open and borderless
• naturally inclusive in how you work with others.

Required Skills and Experience

• 10+ years overall experience in QA/testing with 5+ years in test management / test lead capacity for Mainframe enterprise systems.
• Solid understanding of IBM z/OS ecosystem and mainframe application architecture.
• Hands‑on experience with test/defect management tools such as Jira, ALM/Quality Center, Zephyr, qTest, or equivalent.
• Strong defect triage skills: severity/priority classification, impact analysis, and driving closure with dev teams.

Preferred Skills and Experience

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, or related field
• ISTQB Certification (International Software Testing Qualification Board)
• Experience driving test automation for mainframe/distributed integration (e.

g., service virtualization, API testing, data validation automation).Being YouThe \