Avista · 21 hours ago
Quality Assurance Lead
Spokane, WA
Full-time
Hybrid
Senior Level, Lead/Staff
$110K/yr - $179K/yr
8+ years expAvista is a company focused on utility operations and customer service, and they are seeking a Quality Assurance Lead to ensure the quality, reliability, and compliance of software applications. This role involves developing and managing a quality management program, overseeing technology initiatives, and collaborating with various teams to maintain high standards in software delivery.
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Responsibilities
Develop and manage a comprehensive quality management program for enterprise technology systems at Avista
Define and monitor quality standards, KPIs, and metrics aligned with utility operations, cybersecurity, and regulatory requirements
Provide quality oversight for major technology initiatives, such as ERP (Enterprise Resource Planning) and ETRM (Energy Trading and Risk Management) implementations
Ensure vendor deliverables meet internal quality standards and regulatory requirements
Coordinate system integration testing, user acceptance testing (UAT), and go-live readiness assessments
Collaborate with Agile/Scrum teams to integrate quality assurance into sprint planning, development, and release cycles
Promote test automation, Continuous Integration / Continuous Delivery (CI/CD) pipelines, and secure development practices to ensure high-quality software delivery
Advocate for shift-left testing by incorporating test planning and automation early in the development lifecycle
Ensure quality and consistency in the deployment of infrastructure components including servers, networks, storage, and cloud environments
Oversee and coordinate deployments into production and non-production environments (e.g., development, test, staging)
Ensure deployment governance processes including change control, release validation, rollback planning, and post-deployment reviews
Ensure deployment quality for both infrastructure and software components, including in-house applications and vendor-delivered solutions
Partner with infrastructure, security, application, and business stakeholders to embed quality and deployment best practices into project lifecycles
Identify and mitigate risks related to infrastructure reliability, software quality, and deployment failures
Promote the adoption and use of best practices, tools, and methodologies (e.g., Agile, Scrum, DevOps)
Develop training and awareness programs to build quality and deployment discipline across teams
Champion a culture of continuous improvement, quality ownership, and operational excellence
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree from a regionally or nationally accredited college or university in Computer Science, Information Systems, Engineering or related field
+ 8 years of related experience
Demonstrated experience with quality assurance oversight of large implementations
Demonstrated analysis skills and advanced knowledge of statistical analysis and modeling with the ability to interpret complex data and draw conclusions
Ability to effectively collaborate and communicate across departments
Expert knowledge of system testing best practices and methodologies
Advanced knowledge of Scrum development and tools
Ability to successfully develop and manage relationships at all levels of the organization and influence a variety of stakeholders
Independent decision-making skills
Advanced level of technical expertise, initiative, ownership, accountability, and leadership, which can be demonstrated through directing the work of others, leading projects and/or processes, being the official or unofficial team lead
Benefits
Affordable healthcare options including medical, dental, and vision coverage
Retirement benefits with an enhanced 401(k) match
Incentive programs rewarding performance and contributions
Competitive paid time off including holidays, personal days, and vacation
Life and disability insurance for added peace of mind
Wellness resources supporting mental and physical health
Education and development support including tuition assistance
Community giving programs encouraging employee engagement and impact
Other optional benefits from Legal insurance, Pet insurance, and more (Eligibility subject to Bargaining Unit affiliation)
Company
Avista
Avista is an energy company involved in the production, transmission, and distribution of energy as well as other energy-related businesses.
1001-5000 employees
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