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# ADMS Program Test Lead

- **Company:** Horizontal Talent
- **Location:** Dallas, TX, United States
- **Experience:** Expert
- **Salary:** $37,440.0 - $41,600.0
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** Testing (Software), Java (Programming Language), ADMS (Software), Agile Methodology, Applications Architecture, Automation of Tests, Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition (SCADA), Apache JMeter, Junit, Python (Programming Language), Release Management, System Integration Testing, Testng, TypeScript, Scripting, Performance Testing, Neoload, Delivery Pipeline, Gitlab-ci, Testcomplete, Playwright, Software Version Control, Programming Languages
- **Published:** August 19, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.jofdav.com/jobs/59306470-adms-program-test-lead

## About the Role

* 15+ years of experience as a QA/Test Lead
 * 10+ years of utility industry experience supporting testing for ADMS, OMS, DMS, or SCADA systems
 * Strong background in large-scale system integration testing environments
 * Experience leading testing for complex, enterprise-level technology programs
 * Solid knowledge of test automation and performance testing tools such as Playwright, JUnit, TestNG, TestComplete, NeoLoad, or JMeter
 * Hands-on experience with at least one scripting or programming language such as TypeScript, Java, or Python
 * Strong project management skills with the ability to manage deliverables and timelines effectively
 * Familiarity with both Agile and Waterfall delivery models
 * Working knowledge of CI/CD pipelines; GitLab CI experience is a plus
 * Excellent communication skills and the ability to provide clear status updates and recommendations
 * Ability to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams and external partners
 * Comfort working in a hybrid environment and adapting to changing project needs, including occasional overtime if required

Preferred Skills

 * Experience with Emerson ADMS technologies
 * Background in building or improving virtualized services for testing
 * Experience contributing to performance metrics analysis and testing governance
 * Ability to quickly learn application architecture and translate findings into practical testing improvements
 * Experience mentoring or training testers within application teams

Horizontal is committed to building an inclusive environment where different perspectives are valued and everyone has the opportunity to contribute and grow. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds and encourage candidates who are excited to help advance equitable, collaborative, and high-performing teams.

## Description

Join an embedded testing leadership role supporting a large-scale ADMS program, where you will help shape testing strategy, improve testability, and strengthen quality across complex system implementations. This opportunity is ideal for a hands-on test leader who can guide end-to-end testing, partner with cross-functional teams, and drive improvements in automation, performance, and overall delivery readiness.
Responsibilities

 * Lead end-to-end testing activities for a major ADMS implementation and help ensure a reliable, successful release process
 * Develop and evolve the overall testing strategy, including test planning, environment approach, code management, and test utilization
 * Define entry and exit criteria for test phases and establish acceptance criteria for vendors and project stakeholders
 * Identify opportunities to improve testability early in the lifecycle and partner with teams to build quality in from the start
 * Work closely with developers, product owners, program leadership, and other vendors to support testing execution and continuous improvement
 * Drive test automation opportunities and collaborate with automation teams to expand and maintain the automated test suite
 * Support performance testing efforts, including artifact maintenance, metric review, and input to non-functional requirements
 * Coordinate with environment and infrastructure partners to make sure testing environments are ready ahead of test cycles
 * Oversee resource planning, work allocation, and ramp up or ramp down needs based on project demand
 * Track and report testing health, defect trends, and progress metrics to leadership on a regular basis
 * Partner with defect triage and release management teams to help prioritize fixes and maintain traceability
 * Coach and support testers on best practices, standards, tools, and methodologies
 * Stay current on testing technologies and recommend improvements that enhance reliability, performance, and delivery outcomes


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