Test Automation Engineer IV

Karl Storz Endoscopy; Goleta (CA); On-site; USD 140,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Medical benefits

Growth opportunities

Job summary

Karl Storz Endoscopy is seeking a Senior Test Automation Engineer to design and implement automated verification solutions across complex medical device systems. You will drive automation strategy, mentor teams, and ensure compliant product development in a regulated environment.

Responsibilities include leading framework development, integrating tests into CI/CD, and promoting best practices while ensuring audit readiness and high-quality deliverables.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or related field.
• 8+ years of test engineering experience.
• 5+ years of test automation experience.
• Strong experience with Python, Java, or C#.
• Experience with automation tools such as Selenium or Robot Framework.
• Strong understanding of automation framework architecture and system verification processes.
• Experience with Git/version control systems.
• Experience working in a regulated environment, preferably medical devices.
• Strong problem-solving, communication, and collaboration skills.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and maintain automated test solutions for system and software verification.
• Lead automation strategy and framework development across multiple projects.
• Collaborate with software, systems, and verification teams to identify automation opportunities.
• Integrate automated testing into CI/CD pipelines.
• Perform root cause analysis and resolve automation-related issues.
• Mentor engineers and promote automation best practices.
• Support compliance and audit readiness through proper test documentation.

Skills

Test automation

Python/Java/C#

CI/CD knowledge

Regulatory expertise

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or related field

Tools

Selenium

Robot Framework

Git

Job description

About the Role

We are seeking a Senior Test Automation Engineer to lead the design and implementation of scalable automated verification solutions across complex systems and software platforms. This role will drive automation strategy, mentor engineering teams, and support high-quality, compliant product development within a regulated medical device environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and maintain automated test solutions for system and software verification
• Lead automation strategy and framework development across multiple projects
• Collaborate with software, systems, and verification teams to identify automation opportunities
• Integrate automated testing into CI/CD pipelines
• Perform root cause analysis and resolve automation-related issues
• Mentor engineers and promote automation best practices
• Support compliance and audit readiness through proper test documentation

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or related field
• 8+ years of test engineering experience
• 5+ years of test automation experience
• Strong experience with Python, Java, or C#
• Experience with automation tools such as Selenium or Robot Framework
• Strong understanding of automation framework architecture and system verification processes
• Experience with Git/version control systems
• Experience working in a regulated environment, preferably medical devices
• Strong problem-solving, communication, and collaboration skills

Nice to Have

• Experience with CI/CD tools such as Jenkins or GitLab CI
• Experience with FDA, ISO 13485, or EU MDR standards
• Experience with Polarion or Windchill
• Prior technical leadership or mentoring experience

What We Offer

• Opportunity to work on innovative medical technology solutions
• Collaborative engineering culture with strong growth opportunities
• Competitive compensation and benefits package

KARL STORZ Company Overview

KARL STORZ is a global, family-owned MedTech company focused on advancing minimally invasive surgery and medical imaging technologies through innovation, quality, and collaboration.