Senior QA Testing Lead

BME | Bolsas y Mercados Españoles; Madrid; Híbrido; EUR 55.000 - 75.000; Jornada completa

Ventajas ofrecidas por este puesto de trabajo

Hybrid model

37.5 hours/week

Meal allowance

Medical insurance

Pension fund

Learning platforms

Parking and shuttle

Descripción de la vacante

BME | Bolsas y Mercados Españoles in Madrid is seeking an experienced Testing Lead to shape quality across Clearing IT initiatives. You will define and implement testing strategies, govern QA, and lead a cross-functional team in a multinational environment.

Fluency in English is mandatory and Spanish is highly preferred. The role offers a hybrid work model with flexible hours, days off, and access to learning platforms, medical insurance, and pension benefits.

Formación

• Minimum 5 years hands-on test management experience on medium to large projects with end-to-end ownership.
• Proven track record of leading test management across multiple releases or projects.
• Solid understanding of Waterfall, Agile and SAFe methodologies.

Responsabilidades

• Define and drive a comprehensive test strategy covering functional, non-functional, and regression testing.
• Lead QA activities for change requests within Clearing applications and ensure quality standards.
• Establish and oversee defect management process in JIRA with timely resolutions.
• Facilitate regular test management meetings and keep stakeholders aligned on delivery goals.
• Identify risks early and escalate critical issues to project management.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams across multiple locations to align testing with milestones.

Conocimientos

Test management

Team leadership

QA governance

Fluent English

Herramientas

JIRA

Descripción del empleo

We are looking for an experienced and motivated Testing Lead in Madrid to join our Clearing IT team. This is an exciting opportunity for a QA professional who thrives in complex environments and wants to play a key role in shaping quality across business-critical initiatives. In this role, you will define, implement, and lead testing strategies and quality standards for projects and change requests, helping to deliver high-quality, compliant software in a collaborative and international setting. Fluency in English is mandatory, and proficiency in Spanish is highly preferred.

What You Will Do

• Define and drive a comprehensive test strategy covering functional, non-functional, and regression testing to support successful project delivery and high-quality outcomes.
• Lead QA activities for change requests related to continuous enhancements and maintenance within Clearing applications, ensuring quality standards are met and releases are delivered with confidence throughout the year.
• Establish and oversee an effective defect management process in JIRA, working closely with development and business teams to ensure timely resolution and continuous quality improvement.
• Facilitate regular test management meetings to review progress, resolve concerns, and keep stakeholders aligned on delivery goals and change priorities.
• Identify risks early and proactively escalate critical issues to project management to support informed decisions and timely resolution.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams across multiple locations, fostering seamless teamwork and aligning testing activities with project milestones and release plans.

What You Bring

• A minimum of 5 years of hands‑on experience in test management, including responsibility for medium to large or complex projects, with end‑to‑end ownership of test strategy, execution oversight, defect management, and quality assurance governance.
• A proven track record of successfully leading test management activities across multiple releases or projects and delivering strong quality outcomes in complex environments.
• Solid understanding of Waterfall, Agile, and SAFe methodologies, with the flexibility to adapt testing approaches to different delivery models.
• Experience in coordinating and leading a team of more than six testers, providing guidance, structure, and support to achieve shared quality goals.
• Strong proficiency in JIRA for test management, change request tracking, and transparent documentation of defects, resolutions, and project progress.
• Fluency in both verbal and written English.

What We Offer

• Hybrid model up to 40% working from home
• 37,5 hours/week with flexible schedule and 29+2 holidays
• Daily meal allowance
• Additional Medical Insurance for employee and family
• Pension fund
• Access to technical and language learning platforms
• Free parking spots, charger spots and shuttle bus (only for Las Rozas - Madrid location)