Test Automation Engineer

• Sevensense by ABB

About ABB

ABB is a global technology leader in electrification and automation, enabling a more sustainable and resource-efficient future. By connecting its engineering and digitalization expertise, ABB helps industries run at high performance, while becoming more efficient, productive and sustainable so they outperform. At ABB, we call this 'Engineered to Outrun'. The company has over 140 years of history and around 110,000 employees worldwide. ABB's shares are listed on the SIX Swiss Exchange (ABBN) and Nasdaq Stockholm (ABB). www.abb.com

At ABB, we have the clear goal of driving diversity and inclusion across all dimensions: gender, LGBTQ+, abilities, ethnicity, generations, etc. Together, we are embarking in a journey where each one of us, individually and collectively, welcomes and celebrates individual differences.

About the Role

This role sits within ABB's Robotics business, a leading global robotics company. We're entering an exciting new chapter as we've announced the plan for Soft Bank Group to acquire ABB Robotics. Soft Bank is a globally recognized technology group and investor/operator focused on AI, robotics, and next-generation computing. By joining us now, you'll be part of a pioneering team shaping the future of robotics—working alongside world-class experts in a fast-moving, innovation-driven environment.

This role contributes to the Sevensense by ABB team as part of ABB Robotics in Spain and Switzerland. You will work on extending and strengthening the infrastructure that supports continuous validation of our VSLAM-based products in the field of autonomous mobile robotics. The goal is to make testing more reliable, repeatable, and scalable across development and release cycles.

Reports to: R&D Team Lead

Work model: Hybrid

Responsibilities

In this role, you will have the opportunity to contribute significantly to successful project results in technology, software, product, and/or solution development, as well as associated Intellectual Property (IP). Each day, you will act as the first point of contact in Research and Development for specific product-related issues and maintenance. You will also showcase your expertise by identifying, proposing, and implementing innovative solutions.

You will be mainly accountable for:

• Developing, maintaining and scaling automated test execution pipelines across virtual and HIL environments
• Ensuring automated regression tests run reliably and reproducibly as part of the nightly and release validation processes
• Implementing CI/CD integrations, infrastructure improvements, and job orchestration features to increase testing and release throughput
• Supporting the Robotic Systems team in extending coverage and improving feedback loops for developers

Our Team Dynamics

Our teams support each other, collaborate, and never stop learning. Everyone brings something unique, and together we push ideas forward to solve real problems. Being part of our team means your work matters - because the progress we make here creates real impact out there.

As part of a small and versatile team located in Sant Quirze del Vallès (Barcelona) and Zurich, Switzerland, you will work closely with very talented and experienced SLAM experts and focus on the engineering foundations that make our technology robust, fast, and reliable at scale. While you will be exposed to our VSLAM pipeline and collaborate on its evolution, this role is primarily about software engineering, including performance optimization, introspection tools, automated testing, and high‑quality infrastructure that enables our algorithms to perform at their best.

We empower you to take initiative, challenge ideas, and lead with confidence. You'll grow through meaningful work, continuous learning, and support that's tailored to your goals. Every idea you share and every action you take contributes to something bigger.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience in test automation, DevOps, or software test engineering
• Software engineering skills for test harness development, automation tooling, with Python or related languages
• Experience with hardware-in-the-loop testing of physical devices is a plus
• Advanced skills with CI/CD systems and complex pipelines, Gitlab CI or similar, including runner infrastructure (cloud, bare-metal, HIL)
• Familiarity with Linux and Debian-based distributions
• Degree in Computer Science, Robotics or a related field
• You are at ease communicating in English

Benefits

• 🍽️ Lunch Allowance / Cantine: Enjoy subsidized meals or canteen access depending on your location
• 🏥 Private Health Insurance: We've your health covered with a private insurance plan so you can focus on feeling your best
• 🏡 Home Office Flexibility: Work from wherever suits you best thanks to our flexible remote work options
• 📱 Company Mobile Phone: Stay connected with a corporate phone – no need to mix work and personal calls
• 🅿️ Employee Parking: We've got employee parking so you can start your day stress-free
• 💻 Benefits Platform: Enjoy exclusive deals and discounts on everything from tech to travel through our employee benefits portal
• 📈 Employee Share Acquisition Plan: Want to invest in your future? Join our share acquisition plan and grow with the company
• 🎓 Learning & Training: Take advantage of a wide range of learning opportunities grow, upskill, and move forward in your career
• 🚀 Career Development: Expect plenty of chances to advance your career internally with our Open Job Market, with support to explore new roles and take on exciting challenges
• 🕓 Flexible Work Practices: We get that life happens – we support a healthy balance between your professional and personal life
• 💚 Wellbeing Program: From mental health support to wellness activities, we've got your back—mind and body

Why ABB

Working at ABB gives you the opportunity to contribute to a healthier and more prosperous world. Add to your story by joining a passionate team, focused on pushing the boundaries of technology to drive performance, shape new business models and find new ways of working that benefit our customers, partners and society. We want you to be proud of being part of ABB.

We Care

At ABB, we care about our people and their stories. We create safe, fair, equitable and inclusive working environments in which our people can succeed and develop, regardless of gender, ethnicity, sexual orientation or cultural, religious or social background. Diverse teams make us stronger. ABB is also committed to a high standard of integrity in everything we do.

We Grow

We help our people succeed and develop, and we empower them to create their own careers at ABB. Our benefits, reward and development programs encompass a wide array of offerings.

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