Software Quality Assurance Jobs in Texas

Software Quality Assurance jobs in Texas are in strong demand, concentrated in technology, defense, healthcare IT, and financial services, with openings at every level from entry-level QA analyst through senior automation engineer. Austin, Dallas, and Houston account for the largest share of hiring, where established employers such as Dell Technologies, Raytheon Technologies, and JPMorgan Chase maintain significant engineering and QA operations. The most sought-after specialties in Texas are test automation, DevOps-integrated QA, and embedded systems testing. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.

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Overview

Open roles5
Top employerSAGEMCOM
Top cityHouston, TX
Cities hiring3
Work type100% Hybrid
Top industryAerospace

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Allthenticate
Elite Software Engineer (Quality Assurance)
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Allthenticate
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Elite Software Engineer (Quality Assurance)
Allthenticate
Houston, Texas
Business Strategy
Product Management
2-10

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Lincoln Electric
Software Quality Assurance Technician
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Lincoln Electric
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Software Quality Assurance Technician
Lincoln Electric
Texas
Corporate Training
Educational Administration
Learning & Development
$60k - $83k/yr
Hybrid
Bachelor's degree in information technology
5,001-10,000

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SAGEMCOM
Lab QA Technician – Software Validation M/F
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SAGEMCOM
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Lab QA Technician – Software Validation M/F
SAGEMCOM
Dallas, Texas
Manufacturing Operations
Warehouse Operations
Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering

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Charles Schwab
Manager, Software Development & Engineering - Manual Testing QA
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Charles Schwab
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Manager, Software Development & Engineering - Manual Testing QA
Charles Schwab
Westlake, Texas
Creative & Design
Program Management
Project Management
$115k - $187k/yr
Hybrid
Master's degree in business administration
10,000+

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Odyssey Space Research
Software Quality Assurance
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Odyssey Space Research
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Software Quality Assurance
Odyssey Space Research
Houston, Texas
Project & Program Management
Quality Assurance & Testing (QA Testing)
Software Engineering
$80k - $120k/yr
Bachelor's degree in engineering
51-200

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Software Quality Assurance Jobs by City in Texas

Where Texas roles are concentrated, by current openings.

Houston
2 jobs
Dallas
1 job
Westlake
1 job

Software Quality Assurance Job Market in Texas

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

Who's Hiring

SAGEMCOM
SAGEMCOM1 open role
Allthenticate
Allthenticate1 open role
Charles Schwab
Charles Schwab1 open role

Top Industries Hiring

  • Aerospace & Defense

What Texas Employers Look For

The qualifications that appear most often in software quality assurance jobs across Texas.

  • Bachelor's degree in computer science, information technology, or a related field
  • Hands-on experience with automated testing tools such as Selenium, Cypress, or TestNG
  • Proficiency in at least one scripting or programming language, commonly Python or Java
  • Familiarity with Agile and Scrum development methodologies and sprint-based testing cycles
  • Experience writing and executing test plans, test cases, and defect reports
  • ISTQB Certified Tester Foundation Level or equivalent QA certification preferred by employers

Software Quality Assurance Jobs in Texas: Frequently Asked Questions

How do you become a software quality assurance in Texas?

Texas does not require a state-issued license for software quality assurance roles. Most employers hire candidates who hold a bachelor's degree in computer science, software engineering, or information systems, combined with demonstrated testing experience or a recognized certification such as ISTQB. Building a portfolio of test plans, automation scripts, and bug reports is the most concrete way to compete for roles at Texas technology, defense, and financial services companies.

How much do software quality assurances make in Texas?

Software quality assurances 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 software quality assurances in Texas?

Employers hiring software quality assurances in Texas right now include SAGEMCOM, Allthenticate, and Charles Schwab, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of August 2026. Texas's large defense contractors, financial institutions, and enterprise technology firms generate particularly consistent QA demand throughout the year.

Which Texas cities have the most software quality assurance jobs?

Houston, Texas, and Dallas have the most software quality assurance openings in Texas. Austin's dense concentration of enterprise tech companies and startups drives the bulk of listings there, while Dallas draws heavy QA demand from financial services and telecom headquarters, and Houston's energy technology and healthcare IT sectors fuel steady hiring across the metro.

Are there remote software quality assurance jobs in Texas?

Yes, and more than most fields, because software quality assurance work is largely code-based and executed in digital environments that do not require physical presence. About 100% of software quality assurance openings tied to Texas are remote or hybrid as of August 2026, reflecting how broadly distributed QA teams have become. Test automation, performance testing, and API testing roles are the most consistently offered on a fully remote basis.

How can I get hired as a software quality assurance in Texas with little or no experience?

The most realistic entry path is an associate QA analyst or junior tester role, which large Texas employers in Austin and Dallas regularly post for candidates coming directly from a computer science or IT degree program. Dell Technologies and AT&T both run structured new-graduate programs that include QA rotations, and Texas-based staffing firms frequently place candidates in contract QA roles that convert to permanent positions. Earning the ISTQB Foundation Level certification and publishing a GitHub portfolio with automated test scripts gives entry candidates a measurable edge over applicants with no hands-on evidence of testing skills.

Where can I find and apply to software quality assurance jobs in Texas?

You can find and apply to software quality assurance jobs in Texas on Migrate Mate, which lists current Texas openings across Austin, Dallas, Houston, and other markets. Find roles that fit your experience and specialization and apply directly to each one.

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