Test Engineer Jobs in Texas
Test Engineer jobs in Texas are in strong demand, with hiring concentrated in aerospace and defense, semiconductor manufacturing, software and systems development, and industrial automation across seniority levels from entry-level QA roles through principal and staff engineers. Austin, Dallas-Fort Worth, and Houston anchor the market, where established employers such as Texas Instruments, Lockheed Martin, and Dell Technologies maintain large engineering workforces. The most sought-after specialties are embedded systems testing, automated test equipment, and software QA in cloud-native environments. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.
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It’s about putting our best to the test.
Do you like solving complex problems? Are you the kind of person that is energized by a challenge? Do you like working in a fast-paced environment and have a goal-oriented mindset? If so, being a Performance Test Engineer at Frost could be the position you’re looking for.
At Frost, it’s about more than a job. It’s about having a flourishing career where you can thrive, both in and out of work. At Frost, we’re committed to fostering an environment that reflects our values and encourages team members to be the best they can be. In joining our adaptable, integrity-driven team, you’ll become part of Frost’s over 150-year legacy of providing unparalleled banking services.
Who you are:
As a Performance Test Engineer, you are a subject matter expert. You will be responsible for developing and implementing testing strategies for banking applications. You are a problem solver who enjoys researching, creating, and executing test scenarios, and you are always looking for a ways to recommend improvements. You believe in effective communication and are excited to address potential problems and solutions to complex issues with integrity, caring, and excellence in mind.
What you’ll do:
- Design, develop, and implement performance testing strategies for banking applications to evaluate scalability, reliability, and system resilience
- Create and execute performance test scenarios, including load, stress, endurance, and volume testing, using realistic workload models based on production usage and business requirements
- Analyze application and infrastructure performance using monitoring and observability tools to identify bottlenecks, diagnose root causes, and recommend performance improvements
- Partner with Engineering, DevOps, and Infrastructure teams to resolve performance issues and optimize application performance throughout the development lifecycle
- Integrate performance testing into CI/CD pipelines and support automation-first, shift-left testing practices to improve software quality and delivery
- Manage performance test environments, test data, and testing tools to ensure accurate, repeatable, and reliable test execution
- Prepare and communicate performance test results, trends, and recommendations to stakeholders while supporting continuous improvement through performance tuning, incident analysis, and performance engineering best practices
- Always take action using Integrity, Caring, and Excellence to achieve all-win outcomes
What you’ll need:
- Bachelor’s degree in a technical field or equivalent relevant work experience
- 5+ years of experience in performance testing, performance engineering, or application architecture with demonstrated success establishing performance testing strategies
- Demonstrated ability to design and execute load, stress, endurance, scalability, and benchmark performance tests using tools such as StresStimulus, JMeter, Gatling, LoadRunner, or comparable technologies
- Knowledge of performance engineering standards, methodologies, and best practices, leading complex performance investigations, and influencing application architecture and technology decisions
- Advanced technical expertise in performance analysis and root cause identification, including database diagnostics, JVM turning, thread and heap dump analysis, and infrastructure monitoring
- Advanced technical knowledge of Java, containerized applications, APIs, microservices, and scripting languages such as Python, .NET, or Node.js
- Proficiency with application performance monitoring (APM) and observability platforms such as Broadcom DX, Splunk, Dynatrace, OpenTelemetry or similar tools to analyze and correlate performance test results
- Deep knowledge of performance analysis and optimization techniques for relational and NoSQL database environments
- Proven ability to integrate performance testing into CI/CD pipelines and implementing shift-left performance engineering practices
- Strong background utilizing source code management and version control platforms such as GitHub and Bitbucket
- Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills, with experience in Agile and regulated environments
Additional Preferred Skills:
- Experience using AI or developer productivity tools, such as GitHub Copilot or similar technologies
- Familiarity with enterprise integration technologies such as Red Hat Fuse, MuleSoft, Kafka, or IBM MQ
- Experience testing high-volume transactional applications, batch processing, or distributed systems
- Exposure to resilience testing, fault tolerance, or chaos engineering practices
- Background supporting high available, mission-critical applications in a regulated environment
- Ability to influence technical decisions and recommend performance improvements through data-driven analysis
Our Benefits:
At Frost, we care about your health, your family, and your future and strive to have our benefits reflect that. This includes:
- Medical, dental, vision, long-term disability, and life insurance
- 401(k) matching
- Generous holiday and paid time off schedule
- Tuition reimbursement
- Extensive health and wellness programs, including our Employee Assistance Program
- Referral bonus program + more!
Since 1868, Frost has dedicated their expertise to provide exceptional banking, investment, and insurance services to businesses and individuals throughout Texas. Frost is one of the 50 largest U.S. banks by asset size and is a leader in banking customer satisfaction. At Frost, it’s about being part of something bigger. If this sounds like you, we encourage you to apply and see what’s possible at Frost.
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Who's Hiring
- Shield AI16

- Flex12

- Tesla12

- SpaceX12

- CesiumAstro11

Top Industries Hiring
- Electronics & Hardware24
- Technology & Software14
- Aerospace & Defense13
- Manufacturing9
- Consulting & Professional Services6
What Texas Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in test engineer jobs across Texas.
- Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering, computer engineering, or a related technical field
- Hands-on experience developing and executing automated test scripts or frameworks
- Proficiency with test management and defect tracking tools such as JIRA or TestRail
- Familiarity with hardware-in-the-loop or embedded systems testing environments
- Experience with scripting languages such as Python, Java, or C++ for test automation
- Strong documentation skills for test plans, test cases, and defect reports
Test Engineer Jobs in Texas: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a test engineer in Texas?
Most test engineer roles in Texas require a bachelor's degree in electrical engineering, computer engineering, computer science, or a closely related field. Texas does not issue a state-specific license for test engineers, so hiring decisions hinge on technical credentials such as ISTQB certification or relevant vendor certifications in tools like Selenium or LabVIEW. Building a portfolio of test automation projects and gaining hands-on experience through internships at Texas-based manufacturers or tech companies strengthens a candidacy significantly.
Which companies hire test engineers in Texas?
Employers hiring test engineers in Texas right now include Shield AI, Flex, and Tesla, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of August 2026. Texas's concentration of aerospace primes, semiconductor fabs, and enterprise software companies means demand for test engineers stays consistent across the state throughout the year.
Which Texas cities have the most test engineer jobs?
Austin, Dallas, and Houston have the most test engineer openings in Texas. Austin's dense software and semiconductor industry drives high volume there, Dallas-Fort Worth's mix of defense contractors and corporate tech campuses sustains strong demand, and Houston's aerospace and energy-technology sector adds a steady stream of hardware and systems test roles.
Are there remote test engineer jobs in Texas?
Yes, though availability varies by specialization. About 21% of test engineer openings tied to Texas are remote or hybrid as of August 2026, reflecting the role's split nature. Software QA and automation engineering roles tend to be the most remote-friendly, while hardware, embedded systems, and lab-based test roles typically require on-site presence at a facility or test bench.
How can I get hired as a test engineer in Texas with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path is applying for QA analyst, test technician, or junior software QA roles, which Texas-based employers such as Dell Technologies, Texas Instruments, and mid-size Austin software firms post as structured entry points. Building a portfolio of automation scripts on GitHub and earning an ISTQB Foundation certification gives candidates a concrete credential to show. Many applicants also move laterally from adjacent roles such as technical support or systems analyst positions within the same company.
Where can I find and apply to test engineer jobs in Texas?
You can find and apply to test engineer jobs in Texas on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings tied to Texas employers. Find the roles that fit your background and apply directly to the ones that match.
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