Mainframe QA Engineer

Broadcom

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Quick summary

Work type
On-site
Location
Plano, TXSan Jose, CA
Salary
$101,000–$162,000 / yr
Posted
66 days ago
Freshness
Confirmed live 2 days ago
Closes
Jan 3, 2027

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Salary context

Below market

How this pay compares to similar roles

Similar $149k
This role $132k
$91k most similar roles pay here $195k

This role pays less than 69% of similar roles. Most pay $117,700–$180,500 — the shaded band above. At the midpoint, this role pays about $132k versus about $149k for comparable roles.

Based on 240 similar postings.

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About Broadcom

Broadcom is a global semiconductor and infrastructure software company that designs and markets a wide range of networking, storage, and wireless connectivity solutions. Industry: Semiconductors & Infrastructure Software

Broadcom currently has 119 open roles on FindRole.

Listed pay typically runs $121,900–$195,000 across 105 roles with salary data.

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TL;DR · Mainframe QA Engineer

The Mainframe QA Engineer joins the R&D team to architect and execute comprehensive quality strategies while enhancing code coverage for product features. This role involves collaborating with cross-functional teams to define testing methodologies, mentoring junior engineers, and leading initiatives to reduce technical debt. The candidate will manage CI/CD pipelines, advocate for a test-first approach, and participate in Agile backlog refinement and planning. Essential skills include experience with CA 1 Flexible Storage, Vtape, DASD Storage Management, DFSMS, Allocate, and other mainframe storage products. Technical proficiency is required across z/OS, Linux, and VMWare platforms, alongside knowledge of QA automation tools and CI/CD methodologies. The role addresses the technical challenge of streamlining testing and packaging processes to accelerate product fixes while managing complex mainframe architectures and infrastructure systems.

What you'll do

  • Develop and execute a comprehensive QA strategy aligned with product vision and business goals.
  • Analyze source code to identify gaps and increase test coverage for high-risk features.
  • Establish and optimize robust CI/CD pipelines to streamline testing, packaging, and building processes.
  • Mentor junior engineers and lead initiatives to foster a culture of quality and continuous learning.
  • Advocate for a test-first approach by integrating automated tests into the development process.
  • Lead engineering excellence initiatives focused on promoting best practices and reducing technical debt.
  • Participate in Agile backlog refinement, including estimating features, identifying risks, and planning sprint goals.

What we're looking for

  • Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, or a related field.
  • Experience in Mainframe software development or related fields involving mainframe architectures and systems.
  • Experience with QA automation tools and maintaining testing infrastructures.
  • Experience with platforms including z/OS (including USS and SMP/E), Linux, and VMWare (VCF/vSAN).
  • Expertise in CI/CD methodologies using automation tools.
  • Experience with CA 1 Flexible Storage, Vtape, DASD Storage Management, DFSMS, Allocate, or other mainframe storage products.
  • Knowledge of Cloud technologies, particularly Cloud Storage solutions.
  • Experience with virtualization tools like Swarm, OpenShift, and Kubernetes for containerized applications.

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