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 Mammography Technologist - $1,894 per week

Company: Stability Healthcare

Location: San Marcos, Texas

Posted Jan 22, 2025

Stability Healthcare is offering a travel Mammography Technologist position in San Marcos, Texas. The job is for 13 weeks, 40 hours per week on days, with a pay package based on 8-hour shifts. Benefits include a $600 travel bonus, day 1 health insurance, PTO plan, guaranteed stipend if called off, and extra hour bonus. Stability Healthcare, founded in 2009, is a top-rated travel nursing agency providing high-paying assignments across the US.

Travel Nurse RN - PCU - Progressive Care Unit - $1,470 per week

Company: Medical Solutions

Location: Dallas, Texas

Posted Jan 22, 2025

Medical Solutions is advertising a travel nurse position for the PCU - Progressive Care Unit in Dallas, Texas. The job is for 13 weeks, 36 hours per week on 12-hour night shifts. The company offers numerous benefits including Day One Medical, Dental, and Vision with low premiums, 401(k) with Company Contribution, Personalized Compensation Packages, Paid, Private, Fully Furnished, Pet-Friendly Housing, and more. Medical Solutions emphasizes their strong company culture, focusing on care, flexibility, and high pay for healthcare professionals.

LPN / LVN - Home Health - $58K+ per year

Company: LHC Group

Location: McKinney, Texas

Posted Jan 22, 2025

LHC Group is hiring for a full-time Licensed Vocational Nurse in the McKinney area. The job offers a salary range of $65,000 to $75,000 per year, along with benefits such as employee wellness programs, flexibility, and continuing education opportunities.

Travel Nurse RN - CVICU - $1,631 per week

Company: PRIDE Health

Location: Austin, Texas

Posted Jan 22, 2025

PRIDE Health, a minority-owned healthcare recruitment division, is seeking a travel nurse RN for a CVICU position in Austin, Texas. The job is a 13-week contract with 36 hours per week, 12-hour shifts on days. The pay package includes a tax-free stipend. PRIDE Health offers comprehensive benefits such as healthcare coverage, 401k retirement plan, holiday pay, and cancelation protection.

Travel Ultrasound Technologist - $1,938 per week

Company: OneStaff Medical

Location: Brownwood, Texas

Posted Jan 22, 2025

OneStaff Medical is seeking a travel Ultrasound Technologist for a 13-week assignment in Brownwood, Texas. The job offers a tax-free stipend and various benefits. The company emphasizes its commitment to finding the perfect assignments and providing support to traveling professionals.

Travel Nurse RN - ED - Emergency Department - $1,650 per week

Company: Coast Medical Service

Location: Denton, Texas

Posted Jan 22, 2025

Coast Medical Service is offering a travel nursing job in Denton, Texas for a RN in the Emergency Department. The job is for 13 weeks, with 36 hours per week on 12-hour night shifts. Coast Medical Service is a highly-rated travel nursing agency, featured on Blue Pipes' 2023 Best Travel Agencies and named a 2022 Top Rated Healthcare Staffing Firm. The pay package includes a tax-free stipend and benefits such as holiday pay, sick pay, a 401k retirement plan, and pet insurance.

Travel Ultrasound Technologist - $2,285 per week

Company: Cross Country Allied

Location: Lubbock, Texas

Posted Jan 22, 2025

Cross Country Allied is recruiting a travel Ultrasound Technologist for a 13-week assignment in Lubbock, Texas. The job involves using ultrasound technology for medical imaging, working in various healthcare settings, and handling patient records. Benefits include private housing, health insurance, competitive salaries, travel reimbursement, and retirement plans. The role requires at least 1 year of recent experience and ARDMS certification.

Travel Nurse RN - Stepdown - $1,980 per week

Company: LanceSoft

Location: Bryan, Texas

Posted Jan 22, 2025

LanceSoft is a Certified MBE and Woman-Owned organization established in 2000, recognized as one of the highest rated companies in the industry. They offer short- and long-term contracts, permanent placements, and travel opportunities to credentialed professionals. The company has been chosen by Staffing Industry Analysts as one of the Best Staffing Firms to Work for.

Advanced Heart Failure Physician

Company: Baylor Scott & White Health

Location: Waxahachie, Texas

Posted Jan 22, 2025

Baylor Scott & White Medical Center in Waxahachie is seeking an Advanced Heart Failure Cardiologist. The position involves working within the largest hospital system in Texas, affiliated with the BUMC Advanced Heart Failure, Transplant, and LVAD Cardiology Group. The center has a strong track record in heart transplants and LVAD implantations, and is actively involved in clinical research. The role includes providing expert care for advanced heart failure patients, managing heart transplant and LVAD candidates/recipients, and collaborating with a multidisciplinary team. Optional responsibilities include endomyocardial biopsies, heart catheterizations, and transesophageal echocardiograms.

Travel Nurse RN - ICU - Intensive Care Unit - $1,498 per week

Company: Magnet Medical

Location: Corsicana, Texas

Posted Jan 22, 2025

Magnet Medical is looking for a travel nurse RN for a 13-week assignment in Corsicana, Texas. The ICU position requires a graduate of an RN program, previous work experience, and a current unrestricted RN license in Texas. The job involves direct patient care, frequent lifting, and potential exposure to hazards. The pay package includes a tax-free stipend.

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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