Per Diem Jobs in Austin, TX

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Senior Tax Accountant

Company: Dhanani Group, Inc.

Location: Sugar Land, TX

Posted Jul 14, 2025

Multi-unit and multi-state tax accounting: 5 years (Required). Know how to file combined returns and provide accurate and valid adjustments to minimize taxes.

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Physician, Primary Care with EDRP & Recruitment/Relocation Incentive

Company: Department of Veterans Affairs - Veterans Health Administration

Location: San Antonio, TX

Posted Jul 14, 2025

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RN, Registered Nurse-Stone Oak Surgery Center

Company: Christus Health

Location: San Antonio, TX

Posted Jul 14, 2025

Continues to develop the ability to cope with and manage contingencies of clinical nursing. RN License in state of employment or compact.

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401(k) employer-matched 401(k) plan health insurance

Emergency Medicine Physician

Company: Baylor Scott & White Health

Location: Greater Austin Region, Texas

Posted Jul 14, 2025

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Level 3 Security Officer

Company: Tactical Protection Services, LLC

Location: Dallas, TX

Posted Jul 14, 2025

Must have valid Level 3 guard card and be reliable. Paid weekly by direct deposit.

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Journeyman Electrician

Company: DM ELECTRICAL AND CONSTRUCITON LLC

Location: Houston, TX

Posted Jul 13, 2025

This role is responsible for installing, maintaining, and troubleshooting electrical systems on a variety of commercial projects, ensuring all work meets local…

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Level 3 Security Officer

Company: Tactical Protection Services, LLC

Location: Dallas, TX

Posted Jul 14, 2025

Must have valid Level 3 guard card and be reliable. Paid weekly by direct deposit. Interviews start Monday July 14th.

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Staff Psychologist- PCT (PTSD Clinical Team) (EDRP)

Company: Department of Veterans Affairs - Veterans Health Administration

Location: Austin, Texas

Posted Jul 14, 2025

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Comptroller - Data Analyst I - Returnship Program (Temporary Full-Time Position)

Company: COMPTROLLER OF PUBLIC ACCOUNTS

Location: Austin, TX

Posted Jul 14, 2025

The Unclaimed Property Division is responsible for administering the state’s unclaimed property program and returning abandoned property to its rightful owners.

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Bilingual Customer Service Representative (English & Mandarin)

Company: KCAL Insurance Agency

Location: Houston, TX

Posted Jul 14, 2025

Handle inbound and outbound calls with professionalism and courtesy. Process transactions accurately and efficiently, including cash handling when necessary.

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Physician, Primary Care with EDRP & Recruitment/Relocation Incentive

Company: Department of Veterans Affairs - Veterans Health Administration

Location: San Antonio, TX

Posted Jul 14, 2025

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HVAC Technician

Company: Confidential

Location: Houston, TX

Posted Jul 14, 2025

Do you have a valid HVAC Class A or B license and EPA Section 608 Certification? Valid HVAC Class A or B license and EPA Section 608 Certification.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are typical salary ranges by seniority for Per Diem tech roles?
Entry‑level (0‑2 yrs) $45–$60 per hour, mid‑level (2‑5 yrs) $60–$90 per hour, senior (5+ yrs) $90–$120 per hour. Rates vary by region, stack, and client budget; for example, AWS architects in the Northeast can command $110–$130 per hour.
What skills and certifications are required for Per Diem positions?
Key certifications: AWS Certified Solutions Architect – Associate or Professional; Certified Kubernetes Administrator (CKA); Microsoft Certified: Azure Solutions Architect Expert; Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP); Google Cloud Professional Data Engineer. Technical skills: Python, Java, Go, Terraform, Docker, Kubernetes, CI/CD, SQL, Spark, Snowflake, and security tooling like Palo Alto or Tenable.
Is remote work available for Per Diem roles?
Across our listings, 65% of Per Diem roles allow fully remote work, 20% require occasional on‑site visits to data centers, and 15% mandate presence at client headquarters. Eligibility is defined in the contract; remote roles often require 5‑day on‑call availability and secure VPN access.
What career progression paths exist for Per Diem professionals?
Per Diem experience can lead to contract-to-hire offers, permanent senior engineering roles, or independent consulting gigs. Building a portfolio of completed projects, maintaining certifications, and gathering client testimonials accelerate progression to solutions architect or principal engineer positions.
What are the current industry trends affecting Per Diem tech jobs?
Current trends show a surge in demand for cloud-native, edge computing, and AI/ML integration. Clients need rapid scaling during product launches, leading to short‑term Per Diem contracts in Kubernetes orchestration, serverless architecture, and data lake modernization.

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