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.

Orthopedic Surgery | 900K+ Income | Southwest of San Antonio | J-1 eligible

Company: Jackson Physician Search

Location: Texas

Posted Jan 21, 2025

A Southwest Texas Regional Medical Center is offering a full-time position for a BE/BC General Orthopedic Surgeon. The ideal candidate will handle general orthopedic cases, including shoulder, knee, and hip procedures. The hospital is a Level IV Trauma center with low call volume. The package includes a salary of over 900K plus bonuses, a negotiable sign-on bonus, and comprehensive benefits. The community is family-friendly, with a low cost of living, excellent schools, and rich cultural experiences. It's located southwest of San Antonio, TX, with easy access to an international airport and numerous outdoor activities.

Travel Speech Language Pathologist - $2,380 per week

Company: GHR Healthcare - Allied Health & Therapy

Location: Dallas, Texas

Posted Jan 22, 2025

GHR Healthcare is hiring a travel Speech Language Pathologist for a 13-week assignment in Dallas, Texas. The job offers 40 hours per week on 8-hour shifts, with a tax-free stipend. GHR Healthcare, with over 30 years of experience, is known for its commitment to competitive compensation, transparent communication, and career support.

Travel Nurse RN - Med Surg - $1,419 per week

Company: Focus Staff

Location: Denton, Texas

Posted Jan 22, 2025

Focus Staff is offering a 13-week travel nursing job in Denton, Texas for a Med Surg RN. The position requires at least 1 year of experience, a valid TX RN license, BLS, and ACLS. Benefits include health, vision, dental, life insurance, licensure reimbursement, travel reimbursement, 401(k), competitive pay, referral bonus, and holiday bonus. Focus Staff, a traveler-first agency, provides flexible schedules, guaranteed hours, day and night shifts, immediate openings, and a comprehensive benefits package. The company is known for its All-Star status, equal opportunity employment, and transparent practices.

Travel CT Technologist - $2,200 per week

Company: Host Healthcare

Location: Austin, Texas

Posted Jan 22, 2025

Host Healthcare is seeking a travel CT Technologist for a 13-week assignment in Austin, Texas. The company offers a worry-free travel experience, competitive pay, and benefits such as medical, dental, and vision insurance, 401k matching, and housing support.

Travel Nurse RN - Labor and Delivery - $2,275 per week

Company: Travel Nurses, Inc.

Location: Midland, Texas

Posted Jan 22, 2025

Travel Nurses, Inc. is recruiting a travel nurse RN for a 16-week Labor and Delivery position in Midland, Texas. The job offers a 36-hour workweek on 12-hour day shifts, with competitive benefits including day-one health coverage, 401(k), bonuses, and comprehensive support. TNI is known for its detailed recruitment process, contract transparency, and 24/7 clinical support.

Travel MRI Technologist - $2,038 per week

Company: Uniti Med

Location: Houston, Texas

Posted Jan 22, 2025

Uniti Med is offering a travel job opportunity for an MRI Technologist in Houston, Texas. The job is for 10 weeks starting from 02/10/2025, working on days with a potential for 13-hour shifts and 36 hours per week. The pay package includes a tax-free stipend. Uniti Med is known for its tailored travel experiences for healthcare professionals.

Urgent Care Advanced Practice Provider

Company: HCA Healthcare

Location: Kingwood, Texas

Posted Jan 21, 2025

CareNow Urgent Care is seeking a full-time board-certified Physician Assistant to float among their Kingwood, Atascocita, Humble, and New Caney clinics. The ideal candidate should be comfortable treating patients from three months of age upwards, with three years of experience preferred but not mandatory. The role involves performing first reads on x-rays, working independently, and handling patient treatment procedures for acute illnesses or injuries, including pediatric and adult care. The company offers competitive compensation, flexible hours, a comprehensive benefits package, and paid time off for CME. CareNow Urgent Care is a leading provider of quality, caring, and convenient outpatient urgent and primary care, integrated into HCA Healthcare's network. Houston, where the clinics are located, is a diverse city with numerous attractions and a sunny climate.

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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