SDET team lead
Other
WFA Digital Insight
The demand for skilled SDET professionals has been on the rise, with a notable 25% increase in job postings over the last year. As companies like Valce Talent Solutions continue to scale their digital operations, the need for experienced leaders who can oversee remote teams and drive technical innovation is more pressing than ever. This role stands out for its emphasis on technical expertise and leadership, requiring candidates to possess a deep understanding of software architecture, programming languages, and automation tools. Before applying, candidates should be prepared to demonstrate their ability to manage complex technical projects, mentor team members, and drive results in a fast-paced environment.
Job Description
About the Role
The SDET Team Lead role at Valce Talent Solutions is a unique opportunity for an experienced technical leader to oversee a team of skilled engineers and drive the development of innovative software solutions. As a key member of the company's technical team, the successful candidate will be responsible for leading the day-to-day activities of the Mexico-based SDET team, ensuring alignment on deliverables and local operational needs. The role requires a deep understanding of software architecture, programming languages, and automation tools, as well as excellent leadership and communication skills. The ideal candidate will have a proven track record of managing remote teams, driving technical innovation, and delivering results in a fast-paced environment. The SDET Team Lead will work closely with distributed teams across different time zones to ensure testing strategies are synchronized and project goals are met. This will involve analyzing and architecting technical test solutions for complex user stories, optimizing and refactoring existing automated regression suites, and refining and extending existing automation frameworks.What You Will Do
- Lead and coordinate day-to-day activities for the Mexico-based SDET team
- Analyze and architect technical test solutions for complex user stories
- Optimize and refactor existing automated regression suites to maximize reliability and reduce execution time
- Refine and extend existing automation frameworks to ensure they remain modular, scalable, and accessible
- Directly expand API automation coverage, implementing robust validation for microservices, data integrity, and cross-service communication
- Perform deep-dive technical analysis to refactor automation code and keep it aligned with evolving application architecture
- Implement and maintain automated performance as integrated components of the continuous delivery pipeline
- Execute root cause analysis on complex defects, providing developers with detailed technical insights and automated reproduction scripts
- Drive technical gap analysis to identify untested code paths and proactively implement solutions to improve overall system testability
- Partner with Dev and Product to provide technical feedback on requirements, ensuring acceptance criteria are precise and technically sound
- Own the technical scaling of automation solutions, ensuring they support high-speed execution across multiple environments
- Provide technical expertise during sprint grooming and bug triage to ensure complex defects are understood and prioritized correctly
What We Are Looking For
- Deep understanding of modern software architecture, including microservices, containerization, and cloud-native environments
- High proficiency in at least one major programming language (e.g., Python, Java, TypeScript, or C#) with a focus on writing clean, scalable code
- Advanced knowledge of industry-standard test design patterns and the ability to apply them effectively to existing UI and API frameworks
- Extensive experience with automation tools such as Playwright, Selenium, Appium, Postman, or RestAssured
- Solid experience in performance engineering using tools like k6, JMeter, or Locust to identify system bottlenecks
- Advanced proficiency with CI/CD orchestration tools (like Harness, BitBucket, or Jenkins) to optimize automated release cycles
- High comfort level with cloud-based testing infrastructure like SauceLabs, BrowserStack, or AWS Device Farm
- Strong technical analytical skills, with the ability to interpret complex specs and discover edge cases through deep exploration of software behaviors
- Expert technical communication skills, with the ability to translate complex quality risks into actionable engineering tasks
- Proven leadership ability in managing day-to-day operations for local teams and coordinating with distributed stakeholders
- Experience in managing remote teams and driving technical innovation
Nice to Have
- Experience with Agile development methodologies and version control systems like Git
- Knowledge of cloud-based platforms such as AWS or Azure
- Familiarity with containerization tools like Docker
- Experience with test management tools like TestRail or PractiTest
Benefits and Perks
- Competitive salary and benefits package
- Opportunity to work with a talented team of engineers and technicians
- Collaborative and dynamic work environment
- Professional development opportunities, including training and conference attendance
- Flexible working hours and remote work options
- Access to the latest tools and technologies
- Recognition and reward for outstanding performance
- Comprehensive health insurance and retirement plan
How to Stand Out
- Make sure to highlight your experience with automation tools and technical analysis in your resume and cover letter.
- Be prepared to provide specific examples of your technical expertise and leadership experience during the interview process.
- Show a willingness to learn and adapt to new technologies and processes, as this is a rapidly evolving field.
- Emphasize your ability to work collaboratively with remote teams and stakeholders.
- Consider creating a portfolio or repository of your work to demonstrate your coding skills and experience.
- Research the company culture and values to ensure you are a good fit for the role and organization.
- Be prepared to negotiate salary and benefits, and have a clear understanding of your worth in the market.
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