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 escape 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 versátil 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)

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📌 Senior QA Testing Lead (Madrid)
🏢 BME | Bolsas y Mercados Españoles
📍 Madrid