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.

1MM True Potential | Near Houston | Cardiothoracic Surgery

Company: Jackson Physician Search

Location: Texas

Posted Jan 22, 2025

A Cardio Thoracic Surgery position is available in a community near Houston, offering top earning potential, state-of-the-art facilities, and a collegial group. The practice is busy with no competition in a population of 400K, providing a full spectrum of cardio-thoracic and some vascular procedures. The call is 1:4 covering only 1 hospital, with a true income potential of $1,000,000. The recruiting Not-for-Profit health system is renowned for top-tier care and is offering a competitive salary guarantee, sign-on bonus, and relocation allowance. The community offers great schools, amenities, and a strong community feel, with a low cost of living and easy access to the coast and outdoor activities.

Travel Nurse RN - ED - Emergency Department - $1,560 per week

Company: Coast Medical Service

Location: Texarkana, Texas

Posted Jan 22, 2025

Coast Medical Service is currently recruiting a travel nurse RN for the Emergency Department in Texarkana, Texas. The job is a 13-week contract with 36 hours per week, 12-hour shifts on days. Coast Medical Service, a nationally recognized travel nursing agency, offers benefits such as holiday pay, sick pay, 401k retirement plan, pet insurance, and Health Care FSA. The company has been recognized as one of the best travel agencies and top rated healthcare staffing firms.

Travel Registered Respiratory Therapist - $1,638 per week

Company: GHR Healthcare - Allied Health & Therapy

Location: El Paso, Texas

Posted Jan 22, 2025

GHR Healthcare - Allied Health & Therapy is currently seeking a travel Registered Respiratory Therapist for a 13-week assignment in El Paso, Texas. The job involves 36 hours per week, 12-hour shifts on days, and is offered on a travel basis. GHR Healthcare, with over 30 years of experience, is committed to finding the right fit for healthcare professionals, offering competitive compensation, transparent communication, and dedicated support.

Travel Nurse RN - Labor and Delivery - $1,986 per week

Company: Health Advocates Network-Nursing

Location: Houston, Texas

Posted Jan 22, 2025

Health Advocates Network-Nursing is urgently hiring travel nurse RNs for a Labor and Delivery position in Houston, Texas. The job is for 13 weeks, 36 hours per week, with 12-hour night shifts. Requirements include active TX state or compact RN license, ACLS, BLS, NRP, AWHONN Intermediate or Advanced Fetal Monitoring, and high-risk L&D experience. Benefits include competitive pay rates, referral bonus, medical, dental, vision, travel reimbursement, and per diem allowances.

Nighttime Hospitalist - Acute Care Nurse Practitioner Opening

Company: Texas Health Physicians Group

Location: Flower Mound, Texas

Posted Jan 22, 2025

Texas Health Physicians Group is offering a full-time Acute Care Nurse Practitioner position in Flower Mound, Texas. The role involves assisting hospitalists with patient evaluations, treatments, and follow-up visits. The NP will also conduct history and physical examinations, document using EPIC EMR, and participate in quality improvement processes. The ideal candidate should be a Texas licensed Acute Care Nurse Practitioner with ACLS certification and at least 2 years of ICU/CVICU experience. The position requires working nights, 7PM-7AM, 7 days on, 7 days off.

Travel Nurse RN - CVOR - $2,706 per week

Company: Next Move Healthcare

Location: Midland, Texas

Posted Jan 22, 2025

Next Move Healthcare is advertising a travel nursing job in Midland, Texas for a CVOR RN. The job is for 13 weeks starting from 02/17/2025, with 40 hours per week on days, 8 hours per shift. The pay package includes a tax-free stipend and various benefits such as health savings account, dental benefits, vision benefits, life insurance, 401k retirement plan, and medical benefits.

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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