TITLE: Software Quality Program Manager
LOCATION: Bellevue, WA, USA
TerraPower is a nuclear technology company based in Bellevue, Washington. At its core, the company is working to raise living standards globally through a more affordable, secure and environmentally friendly form of nuclear energy along with innovations in medical isotopes to improve human health. In 2006, TerraPower originated with Bill Gates and a group of like-minded visionaries who evaluated the fundamental challenges to raising living standards around the world. They recognized energy access was crucial to the health and economic well-being of communities and decided that the private sector needed to take action and create energy sources that would advance global energy deployment. TerraPower's mission is to be a world leader in new nuclear technologies, while developing innovators and future leaders in the nuclear field. As a result, the company's activities in the fields of nuclear energy and related sciences are yielding significant innovations in the safety and economics of nuclear power, hybrid energy and medical applications - all for significant human health benefits.
TerraPower is seeking to hire highly motivated and forward-thinking professionals who are interested in focusing on advanced nuclear reactor research and development and influencing change within the nuclear power landscape and bringing forward the critical production of medical isotopes. TerraPower is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We do not discriminate in hiring on the basis of sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religious creed, national origin, physical or mental disability, protected Veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law. In addition, as a federal contractor, TerraPower has instituted an Affirmative Action Plan (AAP) in an effort to proactively recruit, hire, and promote women, minorities, disabled persons and veterans.
Software Quality Program Manager
TerraPower, LLC is seeking a highly motivated Software Quality Program Manager. The Software Quality Program Manager will report to the SQA Implementation Manager and is responsible for the development and implementation of the Software Quality Assurance Program. This position requires knowledge and understanding to software records management as it pertains to software development life cycle and Electronic Document Management Systems (EDMS) as well as Information Technology Systems (IT). This candidate will guide others in the understanding and implementation of quality software principles and procedures. This position works closely with QA, IT, Engineering, and other business support organizations to ensure software applications are implemented and maintained according to requirements.
Responsibilities
•Lead software implementations through the Corporate Software QA process to ensure compliance with TerraPower policies, program descriptions, and implementing procedures compliant with ASME NQA-1-2015, NRC RG 1.28, and applicable NIRMA Technical Guides, as well as any additional requirements necessary for nuclear software records management.
•Develop and implement the Software Management Intake program for the organization, working with a cross-functional team to identify needs and areas for improvement.
•Manage and execute the Software Quality Assurance program consistent with ASME NQA-1-2015.
•Maintain and support internal procedures governing software development activities.
•Oversee change management process for Software Quality Assurance.
•Review software documentation for content and accuracy against software quality requirements.
•Provide support and oversight for software commercial grade dedication activities in accordance with TerraPower procedures and ASME NQA-1-2015.
•Develop, implement, and execute a personnel Software QA training program.
•Perform QA software assessments. Direct the resolution of findings and follow-up.
•Analyzes existing software applications in accordance with the overall software quality program, including plant engineering.
•Aids line personnel in the development of test strategy, test procedure, and test plan for project developed and acquired software applications and configuration management.
•Communicate software quality objectives and requirements to company management and co-workers with a goal to foster a company-wide culture of compliance.
•Develop strategies to resolve software quality issues.
•Participate in overall company initiatives and goals as applicable to the position.
•Participate in team interactions with internal customers, representing software QA.
Key Qualifications and Skills
•B.S. degree in technical discipline, information technology, engineering, business with minimum of 10 years' experience; or equivalent related work experience with a minimum of 15 years' experience in lieu of degree.
•At a minimum, 8 years of experience in software development lifecycle, Quality Assurance and Configuration Management in a regulated environment implementing ASME NQA-1-2015, subpart 2.7, NRC RG1.28, DOE O 414.1D and DOE G 414.1-4, NIRMA Technical Guides.
•Minimum of 10 years' experience with the development and/or maintenance of software requirements definition, testing, and documentation.
•Experience with Electronic Document Management Systems (e.g., Omega PIMS, DevonWay, Documentum)
•Experienced with software development lifecycle tools (e.g., version control, continuous integration, unit testing, integration testing, requirements management, coverage checking, linters)
•Ability to interface with internal/external customers to resolve software quality issues.
•Ability to plan and implement methods for process improvement and trouble-shooting issues.
•Experience facilitating root cause analysis and risk management identification and tracking related to software development programs.
•Software Development Project Management experience.
•Strong oral and written English communication skills.
•Strong organizational and time management skills.
•Ability to work independently and in a team environment.
•Understanding concepts of Configuration Management.
•Ability to communicate clearly and maintain good working relationship with management, peers, and customers of all technical levels.
•Excellent organizational skills, ability to multi-task, good problem-solving skills, ability to work independently and as part of a team.
•The successful candidate will possess a high degree of trust and integrity, communicate openly and display respect, and a desire to foster teamwork.
•Actual position starting level and title will be determined based on assessment of qualifications.
Job Functions
Job Functions are physical actions and/or working conditions associated with the position. These functions may also constitute essential functions for the job which the employee must be able to fulfill, with or without accommodation. Information provided below is to help describe the job so that the applicant has a reasonable understanding of the job duties/expectations. An applicant's ability to perform and/or tolerate these actions and conditions will be discussed and workplace accommodations may be made on a case-by-case basis following an individualized assessment of the applicant and other considerations, including but not limited to any governing safety standards.
•Motor Abilities: Sitting and/or standing for extended periods, bending/stooping, grasping/gripping, fine motor control (hands)
•Physical exertion and/or requirements: Minimal, with ability to safely lift up to 25 pounds
•Repetitive work: Prolonged
•Special Senses: Visual and audio focused work
•Work Conditions: Stairs, typing/keyboard, standard and/or sitting working environment of >8 hrs./day
•Travel required: 0-20%
TerraPower's technology is controlled for export by various agencies of the U.S. Government. TerraPower must evaluate applicants who are foreign nationals (other than asylees, refugees, or lawful permanent residents) in accordance with U.S. Government export control requirements. To facilitate TerraPower's export control reviews, you will be asked as part of the application process to identify whether you are a U.S. Citizen or national, asylee, refugee, or lawful permanent resident of the United States. Government export authorization approval times vary. Based on the business needs for a particular position, TerraPower may not consider a foreign national from a country if it is impracticable to obtain timely Government export approval.
Job details
Salary Range Level 11: $120,672 - $201,119
Salary Range Level 12: $163,702 - $226,844
*Typically, our employee salaries are within .90 - 1.0 of the mid-point of the posted salary bands. Any salary offered within the posted salary band is based on market data and commensurate with the selected candidate's qualifications and experience. This range is specific to Washington State.
Job Type: Full-time
Benefits:
•Competitive Compensation
•Salary, eligible to participate in discretionary short-term incentive payments
•Comprehensive Medical and Wellness Benefits Medical
•Vision
•Dental
•Life
•Life and Disability
•Gender Affirmation Benefits
•Parental Leave
•401k Plan
•Generous Paid Time Off (PTO)
•21 days of annually accrued PTO
•Generous Holiday Schedule
•10 paid holidays
•Relocation Assistance
•Professional and Educational Support Opportunities
•Flexible Work Schedule
TerraPower Career and Benefits information: https://www.terrapower.com/contact-us/careers/