Per Diem Jobs in Austin, TX

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Auto Sales Representative

Company: USA Direct Auto

Location: Houston, TX

Posted May 08, 2025

Maintaining rapport with previous customers; suggesting trade-ins and responding to inquiries. Completing sales documentation and coordination of pre and post-…

Press Brake Operator

Company: DE LA FONTAINE Industries

Location: Grand Prairie, TX

Posted May 08, 2025

The bending press operator is responsible for shaping steel sheets according to technical specifications for the manufacturing of steel doors.

OTR Team CDL-A Company Truck Drivers

Company: Transco Lines

Location: Irving, TX

Posted May 08, 2025

Must have valid Class A CDL. Must meet FMCSA/DOT driver regulations. Minimum of 6 months of verifiable OTR tractor-trailer experience in the last 12 months or…

Marketing/Proposal Coordinator

Company: Poznecki-Camarillo

Location: San Antonio, TX

Posted May 08, 2025

4+ years’ experience with proposal coordination, graphic design, technical writing, communications, marketing, or similar roles. Paid Vacation and Sick Leave.

Finish Carpenter / Craftsman

Company: Sawdust Studio

Location: Austin, TX

Posted May 08, 2025

Read and interpret shop drawings and field verify dimensions. Communicate field conditions, adjustments, or required fixes proactively.

Senior Tax Manager

Company: Griffing & Company, P.C.

Location: Sugar Land, TX

Posted May 07, 2025

Review and prepare complex federal and state tax returns, focusing on partnership taxation. If you have a strong technical background in partnerships and high-…

Senior Software Developer (6+ Years Software Development Exp. Req.)

Company: WeInfuse

Location: Austin, TX

Posted May 08, 2025

Working in Ruby/Rails API with AngularJS/React front-end deployed on AWS cloud infrastructure we help keep track of patient appointments, drug inventory, and…

Staff Software Engineer- Product Development Business Systems

Company: General Motors

Location: Austin, TX

Posted May 08, 2025

Leads comprehensive design analysis of design solution. This role will advise, coach, and mentor software engineers, while making a significant impact on this…

Commercial Construction Project Manager

Company: Confidential

Location: Houston, TX

Posted May 08, 2025

Must have valid TX driver’s license and personal vehicle for travel to job sites as required. Conduct visual inspections; communicate with on-site…

HVAC-R service technician

Company: Accelerated Mechanical Services

Location: Dallas-Fort Worth, TX

Posted May 08, 2025

Operates hand tools, power tools, gauges and measuring equipment to perform service to the equipment and/or mechanical system. HVAC/R: 2 years (Required).

Sales Associate

Company: Dillard's, Inc.

Location: Plano, TX

Posted May 08, 2025

Operate cash registers and handle cash transactions accurately, ensuring proper cash handling procedures are followed.

Accountant

Company: Cancer Prevention and Research Institute of Texas

Location: Austin, TX

Posted May 08, 2025

Receives, deposits to the state treasury, reconciles, and tracks revenue from license plates, grant revenue sharing agreements, application review fees,…

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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