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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INTRODUCTION
TransCore (TRN), a subsidiary of ST Engineering, is seeking a talented QA Automation Engineer II to join our Software QA team in Round Rock, Texas.
SUMMARY
The QA Automation Engineer II will play a key role in driving quality across the software development lifecycle by designing and implementing scalable automation test suites using Playwright and C#. As part of a collaborative and fast-paced Agile team, this role focuses on UI, API, and data validation testing while supporting continuous integration and delivery through Azure DevOps pipelines. This is an opportunity to contribute across multiple testing areas, work closely with cross-functional teams, and help build reliable, high-quality solutions within a modern engineering environment.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Include the following. Other duties may be assigned.
- Design, develop, and maintain automation suites using Playwright with C# following best practices.
- Build and execute UI automation tests for Angular web applications, validating components, workflows, and user interactions.
- Implement Page Object Model (POM) design patterns for scalable and maintainable test automation.
- Develop BDD-based automation tests using tools like SpecFlow, ReqnRoll, Cucumber for better collaboration and readability.
- Automate API testing, including request validation, response verification, and contract testing.
- Perform backend data validation using SQL Server, ensuring data integrity across systems.
- Execute regression, sanity, and end-to-end automation suits across environments.
- Debug test failures, perform root cause analysis, and improve automation stability.
- Contribute to test strategy, coverage analysis, and quality metrics reporting.
- Integrate automation suites with Azure DevOps (ADO) CI/CD pipelines for continuous execution and reporting.
- Maintain automation code in Git repositories and participate in code reviews.
- Collaborate with developers and product teams to translate business requirements into automated test scenarios.
- Work effectively within the Agile/Scrum teams.
REQUIREMENTS AND QUALIFICATIONS
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below represent the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.
- Bachelor’s degree in computer science or a related Engineering field required.
- 6 or more years of experience in .Net or Java application development with expertise in functional and automation testing.
- Strong hands-on experience with Playwright (C# preferred) for UI automation for Angular applications.
- Experience implementing BDD frameworks (SpecFlow / Reqnroll / Cucumber) & Page Object Model design patterns (POM).
- Solid experience in API automation testing and SQL Server for data validation.
- Experience with CI/CD tools such as Azure DevOps.
- Experience of non-functional testing such as performance, load, stress, security, accessibility and usability testing.
- Experience working in distributed agile teams using agile frameworks such as SCRUM, SAFe, XP etc.
- Knowledge of continuous integration tools such Azure DevOps.
- Strong communication, collaboration, and problem-solving skills.
NICE-TO-HAVE SKILLS
- Experience with advanced test reporting and dashboards.
- Experience with containerized test environments (Docker).
- Experience working with data analytics and visualization tools such as Tableau, Power BI, or similar.
- Ability to analyze test data, generate insights.
- Familiarity with data-driven decision-making and KPIs in QA.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS/WORK ENVIRONMENT
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk or hear. The employee is frequently required to sit. The employee is occasionally required to stand, walk; use hands to finger, handle, or feel and reach with hands and arms. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 10 pounds. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is occasionally exposed to fumes or airborne particles; outside weather conditions and moving traffic. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.
TransCore complies with federal and state disability laws and provides reasonable accommodation for employees with disabilities.
INTRODUCTION
TransCore (TRN), a subsidiary of ST Engineering, is seeking a talented QA Automation Engineer II to join our Software QA team in Round Rock, Texas.
SUMMARY
The QA Automation Engineer II will play a key role in driving quality across the software development lifecycle by designing and implementing scalable automation test suites using Playwright and C#. As part of a collaborative and fast-paced Agile team, this role focuses on UI, API, and data validation testing while supporting continuous integration and delivery through Azure DevOps pipelines. This is an opportunity to contribute across multiple testing areas, work closely with cross-functional teams, and help build reliable, high-quality solutions within a modern engineering environment.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Include the following. Other duties may be assigned.
- Design, develop, and maintain automation suites using Playwright with C# following best practices.
- Build and execute UI automation tests for Angular web applications, validating components, workflows, and user interactions.
- Implement Page Object Model (POM) design patterns for scalable and maintainable test automation.
- Develop BDD-based automation tests using tools like SpecFlow, ReqnRoll, Cucumber for better collaboration and readability.
- Automate API testing, including request validation, response verification, and contract testing.
- Perform backend data validation using SQL Server, ensuring data integrity across systems.
- Execute regression, sanity, and end-to-end automation suits across environments.
- Debug test failures, perform root cause analysis, and improve automation stability.
- Contribute to test strategy, coverage analysis, and quality metrics reporting.
- Integrate automation suites with Azure DevOps (ADO) CI/CD pipelines for continuous execution and reporting.
- Maintain automation code in Git repositories and participate in code reviews.
- Collaborate with developers and product teams to translate business requirements into automated test scenarios.
- Work effectively within the Agile/Scrum teams.
REQUIREMENTS AND QUALIFICATIONS
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below represent the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.
- Bachelor’s degree in computer science or a related Engineering field required.
- 6 or more years of experience in .Net or Java application development with expertise in functional and automation testing.
- Strong hands-on experience with Playwright (C# preferred) for UI automation for Angular applications.
- Experience implementing BDD frameworks (SpecFlow / Reqnroll / Cucumber) & Page Object Model design patterns (POM).
- Solid experience in API automation testing and SQL Server for data validation.
- Experience with CI/CD tools such as Azure DevOps.
- Experience of non-functional testing such as performance, load, stress, security, accessibility and usability testing.
- Experience working in distributed agile teams using agile frameworks such as SCRUM, SAFe, XP etc.
- Knowledge of continuous integration tools such Azure DevOps.
- Strong communication, collaboration, and problem-solving skills.
NICE-TO-HAVE SKILLS
- Experience with advanced test reporting and dashboards.
- Experience with containerized test environments (Docker).
- Experience working with data analytics and visualization tools such as Tableau, Power BI, or similar.
- Ability to analyze test data, generate insights.
- Familiarity with data-driven decision-making and KPIs in QA.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS/WORK ENVIRONMENT
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk or hear. The employee is frequently required to sit. The employee is occasionally required to stand, walk; use hands to finger, handle, or feel and reach with hands and arms. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 10 pounds. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is occasionally exposed to fumes or airborne particles; outside weather conditions and moving traffic. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.
TransCore complies with federal and state disability laws and provides reasonable accommodation for employees with disabilities.
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Software Quality Assurance Job Market in Texas
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Who's Hiring
- Apple130
- Amazon16
- NVIDIA14
- Photon11
- GlobalFoundries10
Top Industries Hiring
- Electronics & Hardware197
- Technology & Software113
- Consulting & Professional Services44
- Banking & Financial Services20
- Investment & Asset Management18
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 Apple, Amazon, and NVIDIA, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of June 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?
Austin, Dallas, and Plano 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 13% of software quality assurance openings tied to Texas are remote or hybrid as of June 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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