Developer: Automation Development & Testing

Job Description

Job Title: Developer, Automation Development and Testing. Location: Tucson, Arizona, United States
Work Arrangement: Hybrid (minimum 3 days onsite per week)

The position plays a key role in ensuring product quality across cutting-edge systems that support AI and quantum-era computing.

Responsibilities:

• Design and develop automated test cases to validate new product features
• Execute test cases within a test-driven development framework
• Identify weaknesses, inefficiencies, and defects in existing test systems
• Improve and redesign test automation frameworks when needed
• Develop and maintain automation for hardware, firmware, and software components
• Create test plans, test data, and test execution strategies;
• Integrate automated testing into CI/CD pipelines
• Collaborate closely with FlashSystem, Storage Scale, and test engineering teams
• Compare alternative testing approaches and clearly communicate trade-offs
• Ensure products meet quality, budget, and delivery timelines

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field
• Proficiency in embedded development using C or Python
• Experience automating test cases using Python, C, Java, or similar languages
• Basic knowledge of Linux operating systems
• Strong written and verbal English communication skills;
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced engineering environment
• Strong motivation, willingness to learn, and team-oriented mindset
• Availability to work onsite in Tucson at least three days per week

Preferred:

• Master’s degree
• Experience testing Flash Systems, Storage Scale Systems, or storage products
• Strong understanding of computer architecture
• Knowledge of Flash memory technologies
• Experience with RTL design;
• Familiarity with Agile development principles and methods

Benefits and Compensation:

• Salary range: USD 91,600 to USD 137,400 per year, based on skills, experience, and location
• Comprehensive healthcare coverage including medical, dental, vision, and mental health support
• Financial benefits including 401(k), pension plan, employee stock purchase plan, and life insurance
• Generous paid time off, holidays, sick leave, and parental leave
• Access to IBM’s AI-driven learning platform with training and certifications
• Inclusive employee resource groups and volunteer opportunities
• Retail, service, and experience discounts

Additional Information:

• Travel requirement: up to 60 percent or three days per week, project dependent
• No visa sponsorship is available for this role
• Equal opportunity employer;
• Background checks conducted in accordance with applicable laws
• Position expected to remain open for up to 21 days from posting date