Job Details
Test Lead
2026-04-06 Expleo all cities,AK
Description:
As the Test Lead, you'll play a central role in ensuring the success of this integration. You will:
Test Strategy & Planning
• Define and own the overall test strategy and approach for the enterprise-wide integration.
• Scope the project as it relates to test roles, responsibilities, and schedules.
• Develop and maintain test plans, test scenarios, and test cases aligned with both business and technical requirements.
• Establish SIT and UAT readiness criteria, timelines, checkpoints, and entry/exit requirements.
• Coordinate data preparation, environment setup, and access provisioning to support test execution.
Test Execution Leadership
• Lead, coordinate, and oversee all System Integration Testing (SIT) and User Acceptance Testing (UAT).
• Facilitate daily test stand-ups and defect triage sessions.
• Coordinate with expert business users who will create and execute the majority of test scripts.
• Ensure full validation of end-to-end business processes across integrated systems.
• Partner closely with business, and vendor teams.
Defect & Quality Management
• Manage the entire defect lifecycle-logging, prioritization, assignment, escalation, retesting, and closure.
• Track and report key quality metrics including execution progress, defect trends, and risk indicators.
• Collaborate with development and integration teams to expedite defect resolution.
Stakeholder Communication & Reporting
• Deliver clear, concise, and data-driven status updates to project leadership and key business stakeholders.
• Prepare dashboards, summaries, and go/no-go recommendations suitable for executive audiences.
• Serve as the primary testing point of contact for program leadership.
Process, Documentation & Continuous Improvement
• Maintain testing documentation, standards, templates, and processes.
• Contribute to cutover planning and post-implementation validation activities.
• Identify opportunities to enhance testing approaches and drive ongoing improvement.
Skills & Experience You Should Possess
At Trissential, we're committed to supporting your career growth while offering flexibility, stability, and meaningful work with leading organizations.
This role is open only to individuals authorized to work in the United States.
Ready to lead a high-impact testing effort?
Apply today and take your next career step as a Test Lead with Trissential-partnering with an industry-leading client to deliver mission-critical integration work.
Overview
Location: Remote (Minneapolis or Denver - Highly preferred)
Employment Type: Full-Time
If you're an experienced Manual Test Lead who thrives in complex, enterprise-scale environments, this is an opportunity you'll wantto explore. Trissential is partnering with our client to bring on a testing leader who will guide an enterprise-wide integration work that directly impacts critical business operations. If you're energized by owning testing strategy, collaborating with cross-functional teams, and ensuring seamless delivery, this role is built for you.
What's in It for You?
- High-Impact Work - Lead the full testing lifecycle for a complex, enterprise-wide integration initiative
- Strategic Ownership - Define the testing approach, influence project planning, and shape quality outcomes across the program
- Collaborative Environment - Work directly with integration developers, program leadership, and expert business users
- Career Growth - Strengthen your leadership experience across enterprise technology, system integration, and business transformation
- Industry Exposure - Gain visibility working on initiatives connected to the energy market; experience in the electric utility sector is a plus
As the Test Lead, you'll play a central role in ensuring the success of this integration. You will:
Test Strategy & Planning
• Define and own the overall test strategy and approach for the enterprise-wide integration.
• Scope the project as it relates to test roles, responsibilities, and schedules.
• Develop and maintain test plans, test scenarios, and test cases aligned with both business and technical requirements.
• Establish SIT and UAT readiness criteria, timelines, checkpoints, and entry/exit requirements.
• Coordinate data preparation, environment setup, and access provisioning to support test execution.
Test Execution Leadership
• Lead, coordinate, and oversee all System Integration Testing (SIT) and User Acceptance Testing (UAT).
• Facilitate daily test stand-ups and defect triage sessions.
• Coordinate with expert business users who will create and execute the majority of test scripts.
• Ensure full validation of end-to-end business processes across integrated systems.
• Partner closely with business, and vendor teams.
Defect & Quality Management
• Manage the entire defect lifecycle-logging, prioritization, assignment, escalation, retesting, and closure.
• Track and report key quality metrics including execution progress, defect trends, and risk indicators.
• Collaborate with development and integration teams to expedite defect resolution.
Stakeholder Communication & Reporting
• Deliver clear, concise, and data-driven status updates to project leadership and key business stakeholders.
• Prepare dashboards, summaries, and go/no-go recommendations suitable for executive audiences.
• Serve as the primary testing point of contact for program leadership.
Process, Documentation & Continuous Improvement
• Maintain testing documentation, standards, templates, and processes.
• Contribute to cutover planning and post-implementation validation activities.
• Identify opportunities to enhance testing approaches and drive ongoing improvement.
Skills & Experience You Should Possess
- 8+ years as a Manual Test Lead
- 3+ years as a Test Lead or Test Manager
- Strong background in test planning, execution, and management for system integrations or major implementations
- Demonstrated expertise leading both SIT and UAT cycles
- Experience with defect tracking, triage, and reporting using tools such as Jira, Azure DevOps, or ALM
- Strong analytical skills with the ability to translate functional and technical requirements into clear test coverage
- Excellent communication skills, comfortable presenting to both technical and business audiences
- Ability to lead and coordinate work across distributed teams, vendors, and business SMEs.
- Background supporting IT conversions, system implementations, or enterprise transformation programs
- Energy market or electric utility experience.
- Bachelor's degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, Business Systems, or a related field preferred
- Relevant testing or QA certifications (ISTQB, CSTE, etc.) are a plus but not required.
At Trissential, we're committed to supporting your career growth while offering flexibility, stability, and meaningful work with leading organizations.
- Competitive Compensation - $60-$70 per hour, depending on your skills, experience, and location. Final compensation is determined based on skill alignment, years of experience, and fair, market-based rates by geography.
- Comprehensive Benefits for you and your dependents - Medical, dental, vision, free tele-health, HSA with company contribution, life and disability insurance, and 401k with matching
- Paid Time Off - Offers paid time away from work
- Remote Work Flexibility - Work from anywhere in the U.S. while supporting a highly collaborative project environment
- Professional Development - Access to upskilling, training, and opportunities for advancement
- Supportive Trissential Culture - Join a team that values partnership, transparency, and consultant success
This role is open only to individuals authorized to work in the United States.
Ready to lead a high-impact testing effort?
Apply today and take your next career step as a Test Lead with Trissential-partnering with an industry-leading client to deliver mission-critical integration work.