Development Engineer Jobs in Dallas, TX

Development Engineer jobs in Dallas are concentrated in the energy corridor near Uptown, the Las Colinas business district in Irving, and the Telecom Corridor in Richardson, across oil and gas, defense, semiconductor, and advanced manufacturing sectors. Employers actively hiring include Shield AI, Salient Global Technologies, and Wex. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.

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Overview

Open roles15
Top employerShield AI
Work type64% On-site
Top credentialMaster's
Companies hiring13

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Gocool Inc
Software Development Engineer in Test (SDET)
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Gocool Inc
Added 1d ago
Software Development Engineer in Test (SDET)
Gocool Inc
Dallas, Texas
Software Engineering
Backend Engineering
Hybrid
None

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Amazon.com
Software Development Engineer, AWS SMGS Ops - AFX - Sales Planning Tools
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Amazon.com
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Software Development Engineer, AWS SMGS Ops - AFX - Sales Planning Tools
Amazon.com
Dallas, Texas
Software Engineering
Cloud & DevOps
Backend Engineering
$144k - $194k/yr
Master's
10,000+

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Texas Instruments
MOCVD GaN Process Development Engineer
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Texas Instruments
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MOCVD GaN Process Development Engineer
Texas Instruments
Dallas, Texas
Specialized Engineering
Industrial & Manufacturing Engineering
Engineering (Non-Software)
Manufacturing Engineering
Master's
10,000+

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Civil Engineer (PE) - Site Development (Industrial, Commercial design)
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Civil Engineer (PE) - Site Development (Industrial, Commercial design)
BGE, Inc
Dallas, Texas
Civil & Structural Engineering
Specialized Engineering
Civil Engineering
Engineering (Non-Software)
Bachelor's

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SAM Companies
Texas Utility Engineer (SUE) Business Development Lead
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SAM Companies
Added 1mo ago
Texas Utility Engineer (SUE) Business Development Lead
SAM Companies
Dallas, Texas
Partnerships & Business Development
Project & Program Management
Executive Leadership & C-Suite
Business Development
Project Management
1,001-5,000

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Development Engineer Job Market in Dallas

Who's Hiring

  • Shield AI
    Shield AI2
  • Salient Global Technologies
    Salient Global Technologies2
  • Wex
    Wex1
  • KPMG
    KPMG1
  • B
    BGE1

Top Industries Hiring

  • Technology & Software6
  • Banking & Financial Services3
  • Aerospace & Defense2
  • Retail1
  • Manufacturing1

Development Engineer Jobs in Dallas: Frequently Asked Questions

How do I get a development engineer job in Dallas?

Target the sectors that drive Dallas hiring: energy and oil and gas firms in Uptown and Irving, defense and aerospace contractors in the DFW metroplex, semiconductor companies along the Telecom Corridor in Richardson, and advanced manufacturing operations in Garland and Plano. Candidates with hands-on prototyping experience, CAD proficiency, or domain expertise in one of those industries stand out most in this market.

Which companies hire development engineers in Dallas?

Companies currently hiring development engineers in Dallas include Shield AI, Salient Global Technologies, and Wex, per current listings on Migrate Mate as of June 2026. Dallas attracts a mix of large energy majors, defense primes, and mid-size industrial technology firms, many headquartered or with major engineering centers in the wider DFW metro.

Are there remote development engineer jobs in Dallas?

Yes, though availability depends heavily on the role. Development engineering is often hands-on and lab- or site-dependent, so fully remote positions are less common than in purely analytical fields. About 36% of development engineer openings tied to Dallas are remote or hybrid as of June 2026, with hybrid arrangements most common at software-integrated product companies in Plano and Richardson.

How can I get a development engineer job in Dallas with little or no experience?

The most realistic entry path is through co-op or internship programs at Dallas-area energy companies and defense contractors, many of which convert high-performing interns into full-time roles. Look for titles like junior development engineer, associate test engineer, or product development technician at mid-size manufacturers in Garland, Carrollton, and Grand Prairie. A portfolio of personal or academic projects demonstrating hands-on prototyping strengthens any application here.

Which industries hire the most development engineers in Dallas?

The sectors hiring the most development engineers in Dallas are Technology & Software, Banking & Financial Services, and Aerospace & Defense, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of June 2026. Dallas's role as a hub for energy infrastructure, defense contracting, and semiconductor design creates sustained demand across those industries well beyond typical technology hubs.

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