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 - $2,321 per week

Company: Sharp Nursing Medical Staffing

Location: Arlington, Texas

Posted Jan 22, 2025

Sharp Nursing Medical Staffing is currently seeking a travel Cath Lab Technologist for a 13-week assignment in Arlington, Texas. The ideal candidate should have at least 5 years of overall experience or 3 years of recent Cath Lab experience. The job involves 40 hours per week on 8-hour shifts, 4 days a week. The pay package includes a tax-free stipend. Sharp Medical Staffing offers benefits such as weekly pay, holiday pay, guaranteed hours, 401k retirement plan, pet insurance, company provided housing options, sick pay, referral bonuses, and medical, dental, and vision benefits.

Travel Nurse RN - Labor and Delivery - $2,391 per week

Company: Uniti Med

Location: Midland, Texas

Posted Jan 22, 2025

Uniti Med is seeking a travel nurse RN Labor and Delivery for a travel nursing job in Midland, Texas. The pay package is based on 12 hour shifts and 36 hours per week with tax-free stipend amount to be determined.

Travel Nurse RN - Cardiac Cath Lab - $2,081 per week

Company: Planet Healthcare

Location: San Antonio, Texas

Posted Jan 22, 2025

Planet Healthcare is offering a travel nursing job in San Antonio, Texas for a Cardiac Cath Lab RN. The job is for 13 weeks with 36 hours per week, 12-hour shifts. The pay package includes a tax-free stipend. Planet Healthcare is a global leader in clinical staffing, known for its candidate-first approach and wide array of job opportunities. They provide support and guidance throughout the job search process, offering benefits like medical, vision, dental, 401k, weekly pay, and referral bonuses.

Travel Nurse RN - Med Surg / Telemetry - $1,450 per week

Company: Cross Country Nurses

Location: Corpus Christi, Texas

Posted Jan 22, 2025

Cross Country Nurses is currently seeking a travel nurse RN for a Med Surg / Telemetry position in Corpus Christi, Texas. The job involves caring for patients in medical/surgical settings, monitoring vital signs using telemetry, administering medication, and providing patient education. The duration is 13 weeks, with 36 hours per week, 12-hour shifts on days. Benefits include private housing, comprehensive health insurance, competitive salaries, referral bonuses, travel reimbursement, 401(k) retirement plan, and unlimited free CE credits. Cross Country Nurses, one of the oldest and largest nurse staffing agencies in the US, offers assignments across all 50 states.

Travel Nurse RN - Cardiac Cath Lab - $2,376 per week

Company: Summit Medical Staffing Nursing

Location: Sugar Land, Texas

Posted Jan 22, 2025

Summit Medical Staffing Nursing is currently seeking a travel nurse RN specializing in Cardiac Cath Lab for a 13-week assignment in Sugar Land, Texas. The job starts on 02/17/2025 and requires 40 hours per week on days, 8 hours at a time. The company, founded in 2014 and based in Fremont, Nebraska, is a Veteran and Employee-owned business providing staffing resources to healthcare providers nationwide. Summit Medical Staffing is known for its dedicated and attentive approach to medical staffing services, focusing on connecting, educating, consulting, and advocating for both employers and employees. Benefits include medical, dental, vision, referral bonuses, employee assistance programs, weekly pay, and license/certification reimbursement.

Travel Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant - $1,196 per week

Company: Uniti Med

Location: Lampasas, Texas

Posted Jan 22, 2025

Uniti Med is currently looking for a travel Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant for a 13-week assignment in Lampasas, Texas. The job is full-time, with a start date as soon as possible. The pay package includes a tax-free stipend, and benefits start on the first day. Uniti Med is known for its meticulous matching of talents to open needs for an optimal travel experience.

Travel Nurse RN - Neuro ICU - $1,497 per week

Company: Supplemental Health Care

Location: Plano, Texas

Posted Jan 22, 2025

Supplemental Health Care is currently seeking a travel nurse RN for a Neuro ICU position in Plano, Texas. The job is a 13-week contract with potential extension, offering weekly payments between $1,386 and $1,497. The role involves conducting neurological assessments, monitoring intracranial pressure, administering medications, and collaborating with interdisciplinary teams. Supplemental Health Care, a reputable healthcare staffing company, provides a range of benefits including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, 401k retirement savings, and discounted continuing education courses.

Travel Nurse RN - ICU - Intensive Care Unit - $1,443 per week

Company: Stability Healthcare

Location: Corsicana, Texas

Posted Jan 22, 2025

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

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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