Test Data Engineer (Hybrid Multiple Locations) - Conexess Group, LLC
Morris Plains, NJ
About the Job
Our History:From our start in 2009, Conexess has established itself in 3 markets, employing nearly 200+ individuals nation-wide. Operating in over 15 states, our client base ranges from Fortune 500/1000 companies to mid-small range companies. For the majority of the mid-small range companies, we are exclusively used due to our outstanding staffing track record.
Who We Are:Conexess is a full-service staffing firm offering contract, contract-to hire, and direct placements. We have a wide range of recruiting capabilities extending from help desk technicians to CIOs. We are also capable of offering project-based work.
Conexess Group is aiding a large healthcare client in their search for a Test Data Management Engineer. This is a long-term opportunity with a competitive compensation package.
** This is a hybrid position requiring a candidate local to one of the following locations to report onsite 3 days per week **- Morris Plains, NJ
- Bloomington, MN
- St. Louis, MO
Responsibilities:
- As a Test Data Engineer, you will play a crucial role in ensuring the quality and reliability of our data by designing, implementing, and maintaining robust test data management solutions.
- You will collaborate closely with software engineers, quality assurance analysts, and other stakeholders to identify data requirements, develop test data strategies, and participate in the automation of data processes.
- Effective communication skills are crucial for collaborating with cross-functional teams including developers, testers, and business stakeholders.
- The candidate should be capable of understanding and translating business requirements into technical solutions.
- Test data management requires meticulous attention to detail to ensure that test environments accurately reflect production scenarios while adhering to data privacy and security standards.
Requirements:
- The ideal candidate will have a strong background in data engineering, software testing methodologies, and a passion for delivering high-quality software solutions.
- The candidate should have a solid understanding of Test Data Management (TDM) concepts, including data masking, sub setting, synthetic data generation, data profiling, data provisioning, and data compliance.
- The ability to analyze complex data requirements, identify test data needs, and devise strategies for data provisioning.
- Strong problem-solving skills are necessary to address challenges related to data quality, availability, and security.
- Proficiency in working with Mainframe systems, including familiarity with JCL (Job Control Language), VSAM (Virtual Storage Access Method), and other mainframe technologies commonly used in data processing.
- Knowledge of mainframe data structures such as fixed-length records, VSAM files, and Sequential Data Sets (PDS/PDSE) is essential for managing test data in mainframe environments.
- Experience in generating test data directly on mainframe systems using utilities like File-AID, CA File Master Plus, or IBM File Manager.
- Understanding of how to create and manipulate test data within mainframe datasets.
- Knowledge of mainframe databases such as DB2 for z/OS is beneficial for managing test data stored in these systems. Proficiency in writing SQL queries for mainframe databases may be required for data extraction and manipulation.
- Ability to troubleshoot issues related to test data generation, data masking.
- A willingness to learn new tools, techniques, and best practices is important. The candidate should be adaptable to changes in project requirements and industry trends.
- Experience working in Agile development environments, where rapid iteration and continuous integration are common, can be advantageous.
- Familiarity with Agile principles and practices like Scrum or Kanban is often preferred.
- Having experience using JIRA is a plus.