> Markdown version of [/jobs/ext/1596346-remote-sdet-lead](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/jobs/ext/1596346-remote-sdet-lead). Every page supports `.md` or `Accept: text/markdown`. Links point to the HTML versions so they work for humans too. Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Remote SDET Lead - **Company:** Turnblock - **Location:** Madrid, Spain - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Java (Programming Language), Application Programming Interfaces (APIs), Automation of Tests, Code Review, Continuous Integration, Protocol Buffers, RabbitMQ, Software Engineering, Data Streaming, Performance Testing, Kubernetes, SDET, Microservices - **Published:** July 20, 2026 - **Apply:** https://es.trabajo.org/oferta-3206-70e55b43989830d7b2df2949dc440e9d ## About the Role We are searching for an exceptional Remote SDET Lead to join our client's dynamic software development startup. Our client is a prominent multi-asset liquidity and technology white-label solutions provider for brokerages and exchanges, and with a well-funded operation and a team of over 200 employees, they are revolutionizing the industry. Requirements Responsibilities - Develop and maintain a comprehensive testing strategy with strong emphasis on automation for multiple systems in different business areas including copy trading, risk monitoring, and platform solutions. Ultimate goal - fully automated releases. - Build and maintain a diverse testing environment, covering functional, integration, performance, chaos (potentially) and security testing across various platforms - Lead the recruitment, onboarding, and management of a team of SDET Leads and senior individual contributors. - Drive the adoption and improvement of advanced testing technologies and methodologies. - Drive the implementation of engineering best practices in testing code and processes. - Conduct selective code reviews, especially for tests and changes in testing infrastructure. - Maintain high team morale and motivation, support career growth, and conduct regular performance reviews. Obligatory - Minimum 7 years of hands-on experience in test automation, 3+ with Java stack. - Minimum 3 years of experience in a QA / SDET Lead role. - Proven experience managing a team of 10+ senior individual contributors and team leads in a large-scale testing environment, preferably in well-recognized product companies. - Exceptional multitasking skills, with the ability to efficiently handle multiple projects. - Strong skills in Java, with the ability to develop, maintain, and analyze automated tests. - Hands on experience with CI/CI pipelines. - Deep understanding of a wide range of testing methodologies and processes.Solid understanding of performance testing. - Solid understanding of engineering practices. - Demonstrated leadership abilities, including team motivation and effective decision-making. - Effective communication skills, able to convey messages to diverse stakeholders, including business and development teams. Preferably - Experience with microservices, their orchestration, message streaming (Kubernetes, RabbitMQ). - Experience with Protobuf and gRPC API. - Hands-on experience with Go. - Experience with FIX API. Join our client's innovative startup and play a pivotal role in driving the success of our cutting-edge software solutions. 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