Tech Jobs in Texas

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Texas stands out as a tech hub because it combines a growing startup ecosystem with major corporate presences, all under a no state income tax regime. Austin’s Silicon Hills, Dallas’s burgeoning fintech scene, and Houston’s energy‑tech innovation attract talent nationwide, while the state’s investment in high‑speed fiber and data centers keeps infrastructure ahead of demand.

Tech talent in Texas spans software engineering, data science, cloud architecture, and cybersecurity, but the region also fuels niche markets: aerospace and defense in El Paso, electric‑vehicle manufacturing in Austin, and biotech research near Houston’s Texas Medical Center. Companies such as Dell Technologies, T‑Mobile, Tesla, SpaceX, Google, Apple, and IBM have large campuses, while hundreds of startups in Austin’s South Congress and Dallas’s Deep Ellum keep the pulse rapid and diverse.

Housing costs differ by city—Austin’s median home price exceeds $600k, Dallas remains around $350k, and Houston offers more affordable options—but overall living expenses are lower than the national average. Transparent salary listings let job seekers weigh compensation against local cost, ensuring fair pay and informed relocation decisions across the state’s varied markets.

Travel Physical Therapist - $1,898 per week

Company: Uniti Med

Location: Stephenville, Texas

Posted Jan 24, 2025

Uniti Med is currently looking for a travel Physical Therapist for a 13-week assignment in Stephenville, Texas. The job is on a travel basis with a start date as soon as possible. The pay package is based on 8-hour shifts, 40 hours per week, and includes a tax-free stipend. Uniti Med is known for matching talents to open needs for an optimal travel experience. Benefits include a referral bonus, employee assistance programs, and they start from day 1.

Travel Nurse RN - CVOR - $2,250 per week

Company: Sharp Nursing Medical Staffing

Location: Round Rock, Texas

Posted Jan 24, 2025

Sharp Nursing Medical Staffing is currently seeking a travel nurse RN CVOR for a 13-week assignment in Round Rock, Texas. The ideal candidate should have at least 5 years of overall experience or 3 years of recent CVOR experience, with previous travel experience being preferred. The job involves 8-hour shifts, 5 days a week, and offers a competitive pay package including a tax-free stipend. Sharp Medical Staffing is known for providing an elite experience for traveling medical professionals, offering benefits such as weekly pay, holiday pay, guaranteed hours, 401k retirement plan, pet insurance, company provided housing options, sick pay, referral bonuses, and comprehensive medical, dental, and vision benefits.

Travel MRI Technologist - $1,875 per week

Company: Epic Travel Staffing Allied

Location: Cypress, Texas

Posted Jan 24, 2025

Epic Travel Staffing Allied is offering a 13-week travel job for an MRI Technologist in Cypress, Texas. The position requires 1 year of experience and involves working 12-hour shifts, 7a-7p, 36 hours per week. Benefits include day 1 health insurance, 401(k) matching, concierge state licensing, industry-leading allowances, and a referral program. Epic Travel Staffing emphasizes equal employment opportunities and career growth for travelers.

staff - Registered Nurse (RN) - Med Surg - $57+ per hour

Company: Cook Children’s Health Care System

Location: Fort Worth, Texas

Posted Jan 24, 2025

Cook Children's Health Care System is recruiting a Registered Nurse (RN) for a Med Surg position in Fort Worth, Texas. The RN will provide skilled care to patients and families, emphasizing teamwork, good customer relations, and evidence-based practice. Qualifications include an Associates degree, Bachelors preferred, current Texas nursing license, and CPR certification. Cook Children's Medical Center offers advanced technologies, research, and treatments, and is recognized as Forbes' #1 Best Large U.S. Employer in Health Care.

Frequently Asked Questions

What types of tech jobs are available in Texas?
Texas offers a wide array of roles, from software engineering, data analytics, and AI research to cloud infrastructure, cybersecurity, and automotive software for Tesla and other OEMs. The state’s energy sector also hires for distributed energy resource management and smart grid analytics, while biotech hubs in Houston demand bioinformatics and computational biology expertise.
Are tech jobs in Texas remote or on-site?
Remote work remains common, especially for roles in software development and cloud services. However, many companies—like Dell, T‑Mobile, and SpaceX—encourage on-site collaboration for hardware teams and data center operations. Hybrid models are popular in Dallas and Austin, allowing flexibility while maintaining office presence.
Which major employers dominate the Texas tech job market?
Key employers include Dell Technologies (Austin), T‑Mobile (Dallas), Tesla (Austin), SpaceX (Hawthorne but with Texas facilities), Amazon (Austin), Google (Austin), Apple (Austin), IBM (Dallas), and local giants like AT&T (Dallas) and ExxonMobil (Houston). Startups such as Okta, Ring, and Pivotal also contribute significantly to the talent landscape.
What are the salary expectations for tech roles in Texas?
Salaries vary by city and role: software engineers in Austin earn $110k–$160k, Dallas averages $100k–$150k, and Houston ranges $90k–$140k. Senior data scientists and machine learning engineers can command $140k–$200k, while cloud architects and cybersecurity managers often exceed $150k. Transparent listings on JobTransparency help benchmark these figures against local cost.
How can I relocate to Texas for a tech job?
Start by researching cities that match your cost‑of‑living preferences—Austin for a vibrant startup scene, Dallas for lower housing, or Houston for energy tech. Use JobTransparency’s salary data to estimate net income after housing and taxes. Leverage local networking events, tech meetups, and online communities, and consider relocation packages offered by employers such as housing stipends or moving allowances.

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