Sr. Lead (Principal) QA Analyst

pjm; Lower Providence Township (PA); Hybrid; USD 120,000 - 170,000; Full time

Job summary

PJM in Audubon, PA is seeking a Principal Consultant Testing Compliance to lead enterprise testing practices, ensure FERC order implementations meet requirements, and align with PJM's governing documents.

The role collaborates with IT Quality Management, FERC & Reliability Compliance managers, and business leaders to drive testing quality, leverage AI where appropriate, and develop training for testers and SMEs.

Qualifications

• Minimum 7–10 years in software quality assurance with a focus on compliance testing.
• Experience leading QA activities across multiple teams.
• Strong knowledge of FERC regulations and software implementations.
• Proven ability to influence stakeholders and manage projects.
• ISTQB or PMP certification is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement testing practices and strategies across the enterprise for FERC-related implementations.
• Coordinate testing efforts across business lines for new FERC orders.
• Collaborate with compliance to assess risks in implementations.
• Lead innovations in testing practices including AI integration.
• Provide regular reports on testing effectiveness and quality metrics.
• Support testing activities as needed by IT Quality Management.

Skills

QA management

FERC compliance

Testing methodologies

Project leadership

Risk assessment

Strategic thinking

Stakeholder collaboration

Education

Bachelors in Computer Science

Bachelors in Information Technology

Job description

Flexible Work Arrangement: Hybrid - Audubon, PA

The Principal Consultant Testing Compliance will play a crucial role in ensuring the quality and compliance of PJM's FERC order implementations. This role plays a key part in advancing and refining enterprise-wide testing practices and strategies. It involves close collaboration with stakeholders, including the Manager of IT Quality Management, the Manager of FERC & Reliability Compliance, Principal Consultant, FERC Order Implementation and business line leadership across PJM, to enhance testing processes and uphold consistent quality standards. Additionally, the position ensures that software implementations comply with PJM's governing documents and tariff requirements.

Essential Functions:

Develop and implement testing practices and strategies across the enterprise, with a focus on FERC order compliance-related implementations.

Evaluate and optimize holistic software testing plans, ensuring an effective balance between professional testers and business Subject Matter Experts (SMEs).

Coordinate testing efforts across different lines of business involved in implementing various aspects of FERC orders as new orders are issued

Collaborate closely with the compliance organization to assess and mitigate risks in specific implementations.

Work with quality management leadership to advance overall testing practices for software and infrastructure, including the integration of AI technologies.

Identify and address training/upskilling needs for both professional testers and line of business SMEs who perform software testing.

Develop strategies to enhance the synergy between professional testers without deep business knowledge and business SMEs who perform testing.

Continuously assess and improve testing methodologies to ensure they meet evolving compliance requirements and industry best practices.

Act as a liaison between technical/implementation teams, business units, and compliance departments to ensure alignment in testing strategies.

Provide regular reports and insights on testing effectiveness, compliance adherence, and quality metrics to senior management.

Step in to support testing activities as needed or determined by the Manager IT Quality Management.

Characteristics & Qualifications:

Required

Bachelor, Computer Science

Bachelor, Information Technology or Equivalent work experience

Ability to produce high-quality work products with attention to detail

Ability to visualize and solve complex problems

Experience managing projects

Minimum of 7-10 years of experience in software quality assurance, with a focus on compliance-related testing.

Minimum of 5 years of experience leading software quality assurance activities.

Strong understanding of FERC regulations and their implications on software implementations.

Excellent knowledge of various testing methodologies, tools, and best practices.

Experience in risk assessment and mitigation in software development and implementation.

Strong leadership and communication skills, with the ability to influence stakeholders at all levels.

Certification in relevant quality management or project management methodologies (e.g., ISTQB, PMP) is a plus.

This role requires a strategic thinker with a deep understanding of both technical testing practices and business compliance needs.

The ideal candidate should be able to bridge the gap between different departments and skill sets, driving testing quality and compliance across the organization.

Preferred:

Master, Business Administration

Experience with PJM operations, markets, and planning functions