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 Cath Lab Technologist - $2,574 per week

Company: ADEX Healthcare Staffing LLC

Location: Bryan, Texas

Posted Jan 24, 2025

ADEX Healthcare Staffing LLC is looking for a travel Cath Lab Technologist for a 12-week assignment in Bryan, Texas. The job is full-time, 40 hours per week on days, starting from February 10, 2025. The pay package includes a tax-free stipend, details of which are yet to be confirmed. ADEX, founded in 2004 and headquartered in Tampa, FL, offers JCAHO certification since 2009 and benefits like a referral bonus.

Travel CT Technologist - $2,441 per week

Company: PRN Healthcare

Location: Bryan, Texas

Posted Jan 24, 2025

PRN Healthcare is recruiting a travel CT Technologist for a 13-week assignment in Bryan, Texas. The job involves 40 hours per week, 8-hour shifts on days. PRN Healthcare, founded by Pete Hietpas, aims to be competitive in the healthcare staffing industry while maintaining a compassionate approach. The company offers various benefits including weekly pay, guaranteed hours, continuing education, 401k retirement plan, referral bonuses, employee assistance programs, housing options, and comprehensive medical, dental, vision, and life insurance benefits.

Travel Nurse RN - PCU - Progressive Care Unit - $1,450 per week

Company: Cross Country Nurses

Location: Plano, Texas

Posted Jan 24, 2025

Cross Country Nurses is currently seeking a travel nurse RN for a 13-week assignment in Plano, Texas. The role is for a Progressive Care Unit (PCU) and involves caring for patients requiring moderate monitoring and assessment. The job offers competitive benefits including private housing, comprehensive health insurance, referral bonuses, travel reimbursement, and a 401(k) retirement plan. Cross Country Nurses, one of the oldest and largest nurse staffing agencies in the US, provides assignments across all 50 states.

Travel Nurse RN - OR - Operating Room - $2,704 per week

Company: Voca

Location: Amarillo, Texas

Posted Jan 24, 2025

Voca is offering a 13-week travel nursing job in Amarillo, Texas for a Registered Nurse with OR experience. The position includes 36 hours per week, 12-hour day shifts, and a start date of February 10, 2025. Voca, as the employer, provides benefits such as holiday pay, 401k retirement plan, referral bonuses, medical, dental, and vision benefits, retention bonuses, and weekly pay. Voca emphasizes the opportunity for travelers to gain new clinical skills, visit new places, and work with top healthcare professionals.

Travel Nurse RN - Med Surg - $1,890 per week

Company: PRN Healthcare

Location: Odessa, Texas

Posted Jan 24, 2025

PRN Healthcare is recruiting a travel nurse RN for a Med Surg position in Odessa, Texas. The job is a 13-week contract, 36 hours per week, 12-hour days. PRN Healthcare, founded by Pete Hietpas, aims to be competitive in the healthcare staffing industry while maintaining a compassionate approach. They offer benefits such as weekly pay, guaranteed hours, continuing education, 401k, referral bonuses, employee assistance programs, housing options, and comprehensive medical, dental, vision, and life insurance.

Travel Nurse RN - Labor and Delivery - $1,822 per week

Company: Stability Healthcare

Location: Corpus Christi, Texas

Posted Jan 24, 2025

Stability Healthcare is offering a travel nursing job in Corpus Christi, Texas for a Labor and Delivery RN. The job is for 13 weeks, 36 hours per week on a 12-hour night shift. Benefits include a $600 travel bonus, day 1 health insurance, PTO plan, guaranteed stipend if called off, and an extra hour bonus for overtime. Stability Healthcare, founded in 2009, is a top-rated travel nursing agency providing high-paying assignments across the country.

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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