Overview
On Site
$40 - $50 hourly
Contract - W2
Contract - Temp
Skills
GRID
FOCUS
Resource Management
Test Strategy
Test Plans
Regression Analysis
Acceptance Testing
Management
Offshoring
Mentorship
Continuous Integration
Continuous Delivery
Agile Testing
Regulatory Compliance
JIRA
HP ALM
Selenium
Automated Testing
Communication
Leadership
Stakeholder Management
Agile
Quality Assurance
ISTQB
CSTE
SCADA
Element Management System
EMS
Energy
Cyber Security
Testing
Artificial Intelligence
Messaging
Job Details
RESPONSIBILITIES:
Kforce has a client that is seeking a Test Lead in Armonk, NY.
Summary:
We are seeking a QA/Test Lead to support tactical grid modernization initiatives with a focus on Distributed Energy Resource Management Systems (DERMS). This role will lead the end-to-end quality assurance strategy, ensuring DERMS and related solutions are reliable, scalable, and aligned with business and operational requirements.
Responsibilities:
* Define QA strategy, test plans, and coverage for DERMS and related systems
* Lead execution of functional, integration, regression, and user acceptance testing
* Validate integration between DERMS, SCADA, ADMS, EMS, and customer platforms
* Manage the defect lifecycle, including triage, prioritization, and resolution tracking
* Partner with analysts, developers, and business stakeholders to ensure alignment and traceability
* Lead onshore/offshore QA teams and mentor junior testers
* Champion test automation, CI/CD, and Agile QA practices to accelerate delivery
* Ensure compliance with utility industry standards, regulations, and best practices
REQUIREMENTS:
* 7+ years of QA experience, including 2+ years in a lead role
* Strong utilities/energy industry background, especially distributed energy resources
* Proficiency with QA tools (e.g., JIRA, HP ALM, Selenium) and both manual/automated testing
* Excellent communication, leadership, and stakeholder management skills
* Familiarity with Agile and hybrid delivery methodologies
Nice to Have:
* QA certifications (ISTQB, CSTE)
* Hands-on experience with DERMS, SCADA, ADMS, EMS, or similar systems highly preferred
* Consulting background in energy or utilities
* Experience with performance or cybersecurity testing
The pay range is the lowest to highest compensation we reasonably in good faith believe we would pay at posting for this role. We may ultimately pay more or less than this range. Employee pay is based on factors like relevant education, qualifications, certifications, experience, skills, seniority, location, performance, union contract and business needs. This range may be modified in the future.
We offer comprehensive benefits including medical/dental/vision insurance, HSA, FSA, 401(k), and life, disability & ADD insurance to eligible employees. Salaried personnel receive paid time off. Hourly employees are not eligible for paid time off unless required by law. Hourly employees on a Service Contract Act project are eligible for paid sick leave.
Note: Pay is not considered compensation until it is earned, vested and determinable. The amount and availability of any compensation remains in Kforce's sole discretion unless and until paid and may be modified in its discretion consistent with the law.
This job is not eligible for bonuses, incentives or commissions.
Kforce is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran status, or disability status.
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Kforce has a client that is seeking a Test Lead in Armonk, NY.
Summary:
We are seeking a QA/Test Lead to support tactical grid modernization initiatives with a focus on Distributed Energy Resource Management Systems (DERMS). This role will lead the end-to-end quality assurance strategy, ensuring DERMS and related solutions are reliable, scalable, and aligned with business and operational requirements.
Responsibilities:
* Define QA strategy, test plans, and coverage for DERMS and related systems
* Lead execution of functional, integration, regression, and user acceptance testing
* Validate integration between DERMS, SCADA, ADMS, EMS, and customer platforms
* Manage the defect lifecycle, including triage, prioritization, and resolution tracking
* Partner with analysts, developers, and business stakeholders to ensure alignment and traceability
* Lead onshore/offshore QA teams and mentor junior testers
* Champion test automation, CI/CD, and Agile QA practices to accelerate delivery
* Ensure compliance with utility industry standards, regulations, and best practices
REQUIREMENTS:
* 7+ years of QA experience, including 2+ years in a lead role
* Strong utilities/energy industry background, especially distributed energy resources
* Proficiency with QA tools (e.g., JIRA, HP ALM, Selenium) and both manual/automated testing
* Excellent communication, leadership, and stakeholder management skills
* Familiarity with Agile and hybrid delivery methodologies
Nice to Have:
* QA certifications (ISTQB, CSTE)
* Hands-on experience with DERMS, SCADA, ADMS, EMS, or similar systems highly preferred
* Consulting background in energy or utilities
* Experience with performance or cybersecurity testing
The pay range is the lowest to highest compensation we reasonably in good faith believe we would pay at posting for this role. We may ultimately pay more or less than this range. Employee pay is based on factors like relevant education, qualifications, certifications, experience, skills, seniority, location, performance, union contract and business needs. This range may be modified in the future.
We offer comprehensive benefits including medical/dental/vision insurance, HSA, FSA, 401(k), and life, disability & ADD insurance to eligible employees. Salaried personnel receive paid time off. Hourly employees are not eligible for paid time off unless required by law. Hourly employees on a Service Contract Act project are eligible for paid sick leave.
Note: Pay is not considered compensation until it is earned, vested and determinable. The amount and availability of any compensation remains in Kforce's sole discretion unless and until paid and may be modified in its discretion consistent with the law.
This job is not eligible for bonuses, incentives or commissions.
Kforce is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran status, or disability status.
By clicking ?Apply Today? you agree to receive calls, AI-generated calls, text messages or emails from Kforce and its affiliates, and service providers. Note that if you choose to communicate with Kforce via text messaging the frequency may vary, and message and data rates may apply. Carriers are not liable for delayed or undelivered messages. You will always have the right to cease communicating via text by using key words such as STOP.
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