Verification Engineer Jobs in Texas
Verification Engineer jobs in Texas are in strong demand, with consistent openings across semiconductor design, aerospace and defense, and industrial automation sectors at levels from entry-level associate to senior principal. Austin, Dallas, and Houston are the primary hiring metros, home to established employers such as Texas Instruments, Raytheon Technologies, and NXP Semiconductors that regularly seek verification engineers. The most in-demand specialties are hardware verification using SystemVerilog and UVM, functional safety verification, and FPGA-based validation. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.
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DESCRIPTION
At Annapurna Labs we are at the forefront of hardware co-design not just in Amazon Web Services (AWS) but across the industry. The work we do is cutting-edge and internet-scale while also being deeply important to our customers. We design and build every component of our hardware and software to come together into products that our customers use for accelerated computing: either Machine Learning acceleration, or FPGA acceleration.
As a member of the Cloud-Scale Machine Learning Acceleration team, you will be responsible for the design and optimization of hardware in our data centers including technologies such as AWS Inferentia, which is a machine learning inference product designed to deliver high performance at low cost.
If you are interested in "building a complete product" from inception to delighted customers, Annapurna is a fantastic choice.
If this sounds exciting to you - come build the future with us!
Key job responsibilities
Some of your responsibilities will include verifying/validating that our hardware and software solutions achieve their desired functionality, developing and executing multi-faceted verification/validation plans, and measuring the teams progress towards our ambitious customer metrics.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
- Currently has, or is in the process of obtaining, a Bachelor's degree or above in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or related fields
- 1+ years of design verification experience using System Verilog and UVM
- 1+ years of experience in testbench development including stimulus, checkers, assertions and coverage
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
- Experience verifying at multiple levels of logic from IP blocks to SoCs to full system testing
- Experience with C/C++ and Object-Oriented Programming
Amazon is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of protected veteran status, disability, or other legally protected status.
Los Angeles County applicants: Job duties for this position include: work safely and cooperatively with other employees, supervisors, and staff; adhere to standards of excellence despite stressful conditions; communicate effectively and respectfully with employees, supervisors, and staff to ensure exceptional customer service; and follow all federal, state, and local laws and Company policies. Criminal history may have a direct, adverse, and negative relationship with some of the material job duties of this position. These include the duties and responsibilities listed above, as well as the abilities to adhere to company policies, exercise sound judgment, effectively manage stress and work safely and respectfully with others, exhibit trustworthiness and professionalism, and safeguard business operations and the Company’s reputation. Pursuant to the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.
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The starting pay for this position is listed below. Starting Day 1 of employment, Amazon offers EAP, Mental Health Support, Medical Advice Line, 401(k) matching. Learn more about our benefits at https://hiring.amazon.com/why-amazon/benefits.
Austin, TX, USA - 116,100.00 USD Annually
Cupertino, CA, USA - 133,600.00 USD Annually
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Verification Engineer Job Market in Texas
A snapshot from current Texas openings, updated as new roles post.
Who's Hiring
- Apple16

- Meta7

- SiFive6

- Texas Instruments5

- Google4

Top Industries Hiring
- Electronics & Hardware10
- Technology & Software7
- Consulting & Professional Services5
- Manufacturing3
- Telecommunications3
What Texas Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in verification engineer jobs across Texas.
- Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering, computer engineering, or a related technical field
- Proficiency in SystemVerilog, UVM, or other hardware verification languages and methodologies
- Experience developing testbenches, writing test plans, and executing regression suites
- Familiarity with simulation tools such as ModelSim, VCS, or Questa
- Ability to read and interpret schematics, datasheets, and hardware specifications
- Strong written and verbal communication skills for cross-functional collaboration with design teams
Verification Engineer Jobs in Texas: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a verification engineer in Texas?
Most verification engineers in Texas enter the field with a bachelor's degree in electrical engineering, computer engineering, or computer science. Texas does not require a state-issued license to work as a verification engineer in industry, though earning a Professional Engineer registration through the Texas Board of Professional Engineers and Land Surveyors can strengthen credentials for senior roles. Employers in Austin and Dallas typically look for hands-on coursework in digital design, verification methodologies, and simulation tools, often combined with a capstone project or internship.
Which companies hire verification engineers in Texas?
Employers hiring verification engineers in Texas right now include Apple, Meta, and SiFive, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Texas's concentration of semiconductor fabs, defense contractors, and automotive electronics suppliers means demand is spread across a wide range of company sizes and industries.
Which Texas cities have the most verification engineer jobs?
Austin, Dallas, and Houston have the most verification engineer openings in Texas. Austin leads because of its dense semiconductor and fabless chip design ecosystem anchored by companies like Texas Instruments and NXP, while Dallas draws demand from telecom and defense contractors, and Houston adds openings tied to energy-sector electronics and aerospace suppliers.
Are there remote verification engineer jobs in Texas?
Yes, but they are less common than in purely software-focused roles, since verification work often requires access to lab hardware, test equipment, or proprietary simulation licenses. About 56% of verification engineer openings tied to Texas are remote or hybrid as of November 2026, reflecting a growing acceptance of remote simulation work. Tasks such as writing testbenches, reviewing coverage results, and running regression suites are the most frequently performed remotely.
How can I get hired as a verification engineer in Texas with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path is an internship or co-op at a Texas semiconductor or defense firm, which many Austin and Dallas employers use as a direct pipeline to full-time roles. Texas Instruments and Raytheon run structured new-graduate programs that accept applicants with relevant coursework in digital design and verification. Candidates who build a public portfolio of UVM testbenches or FPGA verification projects, or who hold an FPGA development board certification, consistently stand out against other early-career applicants with similar academic backgrounds.
Where can I find and apply to verification engineer jobs in Texas?
You can find and apply to verification engineer jobs in Texas on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings tied to the Texas market. Search the listings to find roles that match your experience level, preferred metro, and area of specialization, then apply directly to the ones that fit.
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