Validation Engineer Jobs in Austin, TX
Validation Engineer jobs in Austin, Texas cluster in the Domain, the North Austin tech corridor, and the Southeast Mueller district, across semiconductor, medical device, and enterprise software sectors. Employers actively hiring right now include AMD, Apple, and Amazon Web Services. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.
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As part of an SoC validation team, the candidate will be required to perform LPDDR functional validation of various SoC products. The validation may include controller level and sub-system level directed or stress testing and may be performed on various platforms such as pre-silicon emulation models and post-silicon validation boards. The validation may also include LPDDR interface and protocol validation under process/voltage/temperature conditions. The candidate will be expected to understand overall SoC architecture and various SoC components in general and LPDDR in particular. The candidate will develop test plans from design specifications, develop test content, execute and collect test results, and debug any test failures. The candidate will also be expected to work effectively with various validation partners and customers such as designers, verification team, software team, product engineering, and customers.
- Contribute to validation activities by preparing setups, executing tests, collecting data, and summarizing results.
- Assist with debugging issues, improving test coverage, and documenting observations under guidance from the team.
- Work with design, systems, and software teams to understand expected behavior and support issue resolution.
- Help maintain validation plans, reports, and technical records for project visibility.
- Contribute to product quality, technical learning, and disciplined test execution.
Requirements/Qualification:
- Bachelor’s/master’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Computer Science, or a related discipline.
- 15+ years' experience in validation or related SoC fields for Sr Principal /10-15 years' experience in validation or related SoC fields for Principal
- Experience in LPDDR4/5
- Strong C programming skills
- Hands-on experience with lab work and use of lab equipment such as logic analyzers, oscilloscopes, protocol analyzers, etc. and related SW.
- Ability to lead a team technically
- Strong foundation in engineering fundamentals, problem solving, testing, and technical documentation.
- Able to collaborate with cross-functional teams and communicate technical ideas clearly.
- Good communication skills in English (written and spoken).
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NXP is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer regardless of age, color, national origin, race, religion, creed, gender, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, marital status, status as a disabled veteran and/or veteran of the Vietnam Era or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law. In addition, NXP will provide reasonable accommodations for otherwise qualified disabled individuals.
#LI-6692As part of an SoC validation team, the candidate will be required to perform LPDDR functional validation of various SoC products. The validation may include controller level and sub-system level directed or stress testing and may be performed on various platforms such as pre-silicon emulation models and post-silicon validation boards. The validation may also include LPDDR interface and protocol validation under process/voltage/temperature conditions. The candidate will be expected to understand overall SoC architecture and various SoC components in general and LPDDR in particular. The candidate will develop test plans from design specifications, develop test content, execute and collect test results, and debug any test failures. The candidate will also be expected to work effectively with various validation partners and customers such as designers, verification team, software team, product engineering, and customers.
- Contribute to validation activities by preparing setups, executing tests, collecting data, and summarizing results.
- Assist with debugging issues, improving test coverage, and documenting observations under guidance from the team.
- Work with design, systems, and software teams to understand expected behavior and support issue resolution.
- Help maintain validation plans, reports, and technical records for project visibility.
- Contribute to product quality, technical learning, and disciplined test execution.
Requirements/Qualification:
- Bachelor’s/master’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Computer Science, or a related discipline.
- 15+ years' experience in validation or related SoC fields for Sr Principal /10-15 years' experience in validation or related SoC fields for Principal
- Experience in LPDDR4/5
- Strong C programming skills
- Hands-on experience with lab work and use of lab equipment such as logic analyzers, oscilloscopes, protocol analyzers, etc. and related SW.
- Ability to lead a team technically
- Strong foundation in engineering fundamentals, problem solving, testing, and technical documentation.
- Able to collaborate with cross-functional teams and communicate technical ideas clearly.
- Good communication skills in English (written and spoken).
More information about NXP in the United States...
NXP is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer regardless of age, color, national origin, race, religion, creed, gender, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, marital status, status as a disabled veteran and/or veteran of the Vietnam Era or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law. In addition, NXP will provide reasonable accommodations for otherwise qualified disabled individuals.
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Validation Engineer Jobs in Austin: Frequently Asked Questions
How do I get a validation engineer job in Austin?
Focus your search on Austin's semiconductor manufacturers, medical device companies, and enterprise software firms, which collectively post the most validation engineer openings in the city. Roles concentrate in the Domain and North Austin tech corridors, so targeting employers in those districts directly improves your odds. Hands-on experience with IQ, OQ, and PQ protocols, plus familiarity with FDA 21 CFR Part 11 if you're pursuing med-device work, gives candidates a measurable edge in Austin's market.
Which companies hire validation engineers in Austin?
Austin validation engineer roles are posted by AMD, Apple, and Amazon Web Services and others right now, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of August 2026. Austin's hiring base is broad, covering established semiconductor fabs, fast-growing medical device startups, and enterprise software companies with on-site quality and compliance teams.
Are there remote validation engineer jobs in Austin?
Yes, though with a real caveat: validation engineering is heavily hands-on, so fully remote roles are less common than in purely software-focused disciplines. About 24% of validation engineer openings tied to Austin are remote or hybrid as of August 2026, concentrated in companies where the validation work is documentation-heavy or software-side. Protocol writing, system validation, and computer system validation for SaaS platforms are the Austin sub-specialties most likely to offer flexible arrangements.
How can I get a validation engineer job in Austin with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path in Austin is a quality technician or quality assurance associate role at one of the city's medical device or semiconductor manufacturers, where you build hands-on validation exposure before stepping into a dedicated engineer title. Austin Community College's biotechnology and engineering programs have direct pipelines to local employers. Familiarity with GDP documentation practices, even from coursework or internships, stands out to Austin hiring managers screening junior candidates.
Which industries hire the most validation engineers in Austin?
Austin validation engineer roles concentrate in Electronics & Hardware, Technology & Software, and Distribution & Wholesale, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of August 2026. Austin's position as a hub for semiconductor manufacturing, a growing medical device corridor anchored around the North Austin and Round Rock area, and a dense enterprise software ecosystem creates steady, multi-sector demand for validation professionals year-round.
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