Job Summary:
A Test Lead is essential to manage testing, data validation, and cross‑team coordination for the Maximo upgrade. Without this role, the project faces defects, delays, and operation
Responsibilities:
Lead the end-to-end testing lifecycle across multiple MAS-related projects within the broader program.
Develop and maintain a unified test strategy that supports program-level goals, including functional, integration, regression, performance, and user acceptance testing.
Coordinate with project managers, supplier(s) and project teams to manage dependencies and ensure comprehensive test coverage across Maximo modules (e.g., Work Management, Inventory, Assets, Scheduler).
Establish and enforce testing standards, tools, and best practices tailored to MAS and utility industry requirements.
Track and report on quality metrics at both the project and program levels, providing transparency to leadership and stakeholders.
Identify and mitigate risks for the projects and program e.g. to data integrity, system integration, and business continuity.
Support test automation and CI/CD practices where applicable, especially for regression and performance testing.
Ensure testing aligns with any regulatory, compliance, and cybersecurity standards.
Familiarity with utility operations, asset lifecycle management, and regulatory compliance is a plus.
Excellent communication and coordination skills across cross-functional and cross-vendor teams.
Requirements
Qualifications:
Bachelors Degree in Computer Science - preferred.
Hands-on experience with IBM Maximo or Maximo Application Suite (MAS), including understanding of its modules and integrations.
Experience with test automation frameworks and CI/CD pipelines is desirable.
Experience with Tosca/Qtest
Proven experience leading QA efforts in large-scale enterprise programs, preferably in the utility industry.
Strong knowledge of software testing methodologies, tools, and processes.
