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# Lead Test Data Specialist

- **Company:** Epam Systems
- **Location:** Santiago de Compostela, Spain
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** Agile Methodology, Automation of Tests, Bash Shell, Information Systems, Continuous Integration, Data Integrity, Data Masking, Python (Programming Language), PostgreSQL, Microsoft SQL Server, Open Source Technology, Oracle (Applications), Scrum Methodology, Systems Development Life Cycle, Regression Testing, Software Engineering, SQL Databases, Test Data, Test Management, Git, Information Technology, Data Management, Docker, Jenkins, Data Generation
- **Published:** August 26, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.buscojobs.com.es/lead-test-data-specialist-en-santiago-de-compostela-ID-369037090

## About the Role

Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, Mathematics, Finance or related field
3+ years of experience in Test Data Management within financial services or regulated domains
Strong proficiency in SQL and hands-on experience with Oracle, MS SQL Server or PostgreSQL databases
Familiarity with data masking tools (e.g., Delphix, Informatica) and test data virtualization techniques
Solid understanding of software development lifecycle (SDLC) and Agile methodologies (Scrum, Kanban)
Knowledge of key test phases such as SIT, UAT and regression testing
Analytical mindset with strong attention to detail and a focus on data quality
Proficiency in English (B2 or higher) with strong communication skills
Nice to have Experience supporting data compliance in banking or legal-regulated environments
Knowledge of continuous testing enablement through data automation frameworks
Familiarity with open-source masking or synthetic data generation tools
Exposure to CI/CD-driven test operations in large-scale enterprise programs
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## Description

We're looking for a Lead Test Data Specialist to join our team in Madrid, Spain in a hybrid working mode.In this role, you will define test data strategies, design and provision datasets across multiple environments and ensure integrity, compliance and readiness for quality testing activities. You will collaborate with teams across test management, automation and delivery to support efficient software lifecycle processes in a highly regulated environment. This position provides the opportunity to lead test data operations involving complex financial scenarios, CI/CD integrations and masking automation, ensuring scalable and high-quality testing capabilities.ResponsibilitiesDesign, extract, transform and provision test datasets for various environments (UAT, TST50, TST60)Guarantee referential integrity of test data across interconnected systemsDevelop reusable, synthetic and masked datasets that mirror real-world business scenariosCoordinate with test data management teams and environment owners for refresh and population activitiesAutomate test data provisioning using SQL, Python, Shell and CI/CD tools (Jenkins, Docker, Git)Maintain a centralized inventory of test datasets with associated metadataAct as a point of contact for product owners and testing teams regarding test data needsEnsure compliance with security and regulatory requirements in handling test dataRequirementsBachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, Mathematics, Finance or related field3+ years of experience in Test Data Management within financial services or regulated domainsStrong proficiency in SQL and hands-on experience with Oracle, MS SQL Server or PostgreSQL databasesFamiliarity with data masking tools (e.g., Delphix, Informatica) and test data virtualization techniquesSolid understanding of software development lifecycle (SDLC) and Agile methodologies (Scrum, Kanban)Knowledge of key test phases such as SIT, UAT and regression testingAnalytical mindset with strong attention to detail and a focus on data qualityProficiency in English (B2 or higher) with strong communication skillsNice to have Experience supporting data compliance in banking or legal-regulated environmentsKnowledge of continuous testing enablement through data automation frameworksFamiliarity with open-source masking or synthetic data generation toolsExposure to CI/CD-driven test operations in large-scale enterprise programs#J-*****-Ljbffr


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