QA Engineer Jobs in Texas

QA Engineer jobs in Texas are in strong demand, concentrated in software, semiconductor manufacturing, defense systems, and financial technology, with openings at every level from junior test analyst through principal and staff QA engineer. Austin, Dallas, and Houston account for the largest share of postings, with established employers like Texas Instruments, Dell Technologies, and USAA running active QA teams year-round. Automation testing, API quality assurance, and embedded systems verification are among the most sought-after specialties across the state. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.

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Overview

Open roles627+
Top employerApple
Top cityAustin, TX
Cities hiring54
Work type87% On-site
Top industryElectronics

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Trimble
QA Engineer
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QA Engineer
Trimble
Austin, Texas
Quality Assurance & Testing (QA Testing)
$78k - $108k/yr
On-Site
Bachelor's
51-200

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Collabera
QA Engineer
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QA Engineer
Collabera
Plano, Texas
Quality Assurance & Testing (QA Testing)
On-Site
Associate's

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Togetherwork Operations
QA Engineer
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QA Engineer
Togetherwork Operations
Austin, Texas
Quality Assurance & Testing (QA Testing)
Hybrid
Associate's

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Photon
QA Engineer
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Added 4mo ago
QA Engineer
Photon
Dallas, Texas
Quality Assurance & Testing (QA Testing)
$37k - $132k/yr
On-Site
Bachelor's

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Patterson-UTI
Sr. QA Engineer
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Sr. QA Engineer
Patterson-UTI
Houston, Texas
Quality Assurance & Testing (QA Testing)
On-Site
Bachelor's

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QA Engineer Jobs by City in Texas

Where Texas roles are concentrated, by current openings.

Austin
274 jobs
Dallas
77 jobs
Plano
58 jobs
Irving
46 jobs
Houston
34 jobs
Richardson
26 jobs
Carrollton
7 jobs
San Antonio
7 jobs
Fort Worth
6 jobs

QA Engineer Job Market in Texas

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

Who's Hiring

  • Apple
    Apple147
  • Amazon
    Amazon21
  • Photon
    Photon15
  • NVIDIA
    NVIDIA14
  • Goldman Sachs
    Goldman Sachs12

Top Industries Hiring

  • Electronics & Hardware220
  • Technology & Software166
  • Consulting & Professional Services61
  • Banking & Financial Services29
  • Manufacturing28

What Texas Employers Look For

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

  • Bachelor's degree in computer science, engineering, or a related technical field
  • Hands-on experience writing and executing manual and automated test cases
  • Proficiency with at least one automation framework such as Selenium, Cypress, or Playwright
  • Familiarity with Agile or Scrum development workflows and sprint-based testing cycles
  • Experience with CI/CD pipelines and tools such as Jenkins, GitHub Actions, or Azure DevOps
  • Strong written communication skills for documenting defects, test plans, and coverage reports

QA Engineer Jobs in Texas: Frequently Asked Questions

How do you become a qa engineer in Texas?

There is no state-issued license required to work as a qa engineer in Texas, so entry is credential- and skill-driven. Most employers expect a bachelor's degree in computer science, software engineering, or a related field. Certifications like the ISTQB Foundation Level or CSTE designation strengthen a candidacy. Texas universities and community colleges offer software testing coursework, and completing a capstone or internship at a Texas tech employer is a common path into the field.

How much do QA engineers make in Texas?

QA engineers in Texas earn a median of about $101,850 a year, based on May 2025 Bureau of Labor Statistics wage data, ranging from around $59,010 for the lowest 10% to over $153,380 for the top 10%. Pay rises with experience, specialty, and employer.

Which companies hire qa engineers in Texas?

Employers hiring qa engineers in Texas right now include Apple, Amazon, and Photon, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of June 2026. Texas's concentration of semiconductor firms, defense contractors, and fintech companies means qa roles here often combine hardware validation with software testing in ways less common in other states.

Which Texas cities have the most qa engineer jobs?

Austin, Dallas, and Plano have the most qa engineer openings in Texas. Austin's software and semiconductor ecosystem drives volume there, Dallas attracts fintech, telecom, and enterprise software employers, and Houston's energy technology and aerospace sectors generate consistent demand for embedded and systems QA roles.

Are there remote qa engineer jobs in Texas?

Yes, and more than most fields. About 13% of qa engineer openings tied to Texas are remote or hybrid as of June 2026, reflecting how naturally the role fits distributed teams. Functional and automation testing work that relies on code repositories and staging environments is the most consistently remote, while hardware-in-the-loop and on-site embedded validation roles typically require physical presence.

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

The most realistic entry path is applying to associate QA analyst or junior test engineer roles at mid-size Texas software companies, which tend to hire candidates with a degree and a portfolio of test scripts over those with years of experience. Manual testing positions at Austin fintech firms and Dallas enterprise software houses frequently accept new graduates. An ISTQB Foundation certification and a GitHub portfolio demonstrating test case design give candidates a clear edge over other applicants at the same level.

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

You can find and apply to qa engineer jobs in Texas on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings across the state. Find roles that fit your experience and specialty and apply directly through the listings.

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