Development Engineer Jobs in Texas

Development Engineer jobs in Texas are in strong demand, concentrated in aerospace and defense, energy and petrochemical, semiconductor manufacturing, and advanced manufacturing sectors, with openings at every level from entry-level associate to senior principal. Houston, Dallas-Fort Worth, and Austin are the primary hiring metros, home to employers like Lockheed Martin, ExxonMobil, and Texas Instruments that maintain large development engineering workforces in the state. The most in-demand specialties include process development, systems integration, and product development engineering. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.

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Overview

Open roles343+
Top employerAmazon
Top cityAustin, TX
Cities hiring52
Work type59% On-site
Top industryTechnology

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Ground Network Engineer (Development Network) IV
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Ground Network Engineer (Development Network) IV
Axiom Space
Houston, Texas
Backend Engineering
Data Science
Software Engineering
Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering

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C&DH Development Engineer, Senior
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C&DH Development Engineer, Senior
Axiom Space
Houston, Texas
Civil & Structural Engineering
Engineering (Non-Software)
Bachelor's degree in engineering

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Software Development Engineer, Close Systems - Project Accounting
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Software Development Engineer, Close Systems - Project Accounting
Amazon.com
Dallas, Texas
Software Engineering
Systems Administration
Technical Program Management
$144k - $194k/yr
Bachelor's degree in engineering
10,000+

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Software Development Engineer in Test (SDET) / Senior SDET
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Software Development Engineer in Test (SDET) / Senior SDET
Maintec Technologies Pvt. Ltd.
Plano, Texas
Backend Engineering
Full-stack Engineering
Software Engineering
$45 - $50/hr
On-Site

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Development Sr Engineer II
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Development Sr Engineer II
Zimmer Biomet
Austin, Texas
Data Science & Analytics
Quality Assurance & Testing (QA Testing)
Software Engineering
$120k - $140k/yr
Bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering
10,000+

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Development Engineer Jobs by City in Texas

Where Texas roles are concentrated, by current openings.

Bastrop
15 jobs
Richardson
15 jobs
Plano
13 jobs
Irving
10 jobs
Fort Worth
7 jobs
Arlington
5 jobs

Development Engineer Job Market in Texas

A snapshot from current Texas openings, updated as new roles post.

Who's Hiring

  • Amazon41
  • Tesla25
  • SpaceX22
  • Amazon Web Services20
  • AMD12

Top Industries Hiring

  • Technology & Software
  • Retail
  • Telecommunications
  • Electronics & Hardware
  • E-Commerce & Online Marketplaces

What Texas Employers Look For

The qualifications that appear most often in development engineer jobs across Texas.

  • Bachelor's degree in engineering from an ABET-accredited program required by most Texas employers
  • Experience with engineering design software such as AutoCAD, SolidWorks, or ANSYS
  • Familiarity with product development lifecycle and stage-gate processes
  • Ability to read and interpret technical drawings, schematics, and engineering specifications
  • Experience collaborating with cross-functional teams including manufacturing, quality, and procurement
  • Professional Engineer license through the Texas Board of Professional Engineers and Land Surveyors preferred for senior roles

Development Engineer Jobs in Texas: Frequently Asked Questions

How do you become a development engineer in Texas?

Most development engineer roles in Texas require a bachelor's degree in mechanical, electrical, chemical, or a related engineering discipline from an ABET-accredited institution. For roles that involve signing off on engineering documents or leading public-facing projects, licensure as a Professional Engineer through the Texas Board of Professional Engineers and Land Surveyors is required. Many candidates enter through internships or co-op programs with large Texas-based employers in energy, aerospace, or semiconductor manufacturing before moving into full-time development roles.

How much do development engineers make in Texas?

Development engineers in Texas earn a median of about $132,750 a year, based on May 2025 Bureau of Labor Statistics wage data, ranging from around $86,920 for the lowest 10% to over $210,460 for the top 10%. Pay rises with experience, specialty, and employer.

Which companies hire development engineers in Texas?

Employers hiring development engineers in Texas right now include Amazon, Tesla, and SpaceX, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Texas's concentration of energy, defense, and semiconductor companies means development engineering hiring stays active year-round across the state.

Which Texas cities have the most development engineer jobs?

Austin, Dallas, and Houston have the most development engineer openings in Texas. Houston's dominance in energy and petrochemical drives significant volume, while Dallas-Fort Worth's aerospace, defense, and semiconductor employers anchor demand there, and Austin's growing tech and semiconductor manufacturing base has made it an increasingly active market for development engineers.

Are there remote development engineer jobs in Texas?

Yes, but they're less common than in purely analytical fields, since development engineering often requires hands-on lab work, prototyping, or on-site manufacturing collaboration. About 41% of development engineer openings tied to Texas are remote or hybrid as of November 2026, with the remote portion concentrated in roles focused on simulation, documentation, or software-driven product development rather than physical testing or process oversight.

How can I get hired as a development engineer in Texas with little or no experience?

The most realistic entry path is through a co-op or internship program run by large Texas employers in energy, aerospace, or semiconductor manufacturing, many of which convert participants to full-time roles. Companies like Texas Instruments and Lockheed Martin operate structured new-graduate development programs in Texas. Adjacent roles such as process technician, test engineer, or quality engineer provide a foot in the door. Earning your Engineer-in-Training designation through the Texas Board of Professional Engineers and Land Surveyors also signals readiness to employers and gives candidates a concrete credential edge.

Where can I find and apply to development engineer jobs in Texas?

You can find and apply to development engineer jobs in Texas on Migrate Mate, which lists current Texas openings across Houston, Dallas-Fort Worth, Austin, and beyond. Find roles that fit your background and apply directly to the employers posting them.

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