Per Diem Jobs in Austin, TX

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Looking for Per Diem jobs in Austin, TX? Browse our curated listings with transparent salary information to find the perfect Per Diem position in the Austin, TX area.

Carpenter Helper

Company: Mesquite ISD

Location: Mesquite, TX

Posted Feb 20, 2025

Exhibit familiarity with building mechanics and skilled in the use of required tools. Assist in the operation and proper care of assigned vehicles and tools.

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AI Training Physics - AI Trainer

Company: DataAnnotation

Location: Houston, TX

Posted Feb 21, 2025

You can work on your own schedule. You will measure the progress of these AI chatbots, evaluate their logic, and solve problems to improve the quality of each…

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Senior Software Engineer - Mobile

Company: General Motors

Location: Austin, TX

Posted Feb 21, 2025

They collaborate with internal teams to develop functional mobile applications while working in a fast-paced environment.

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Frontend Software Engineer - AI Trainer

Company: DataAnnotation

Location: Dallas, TX

Posted Feb 21, 2025

You can work on your own schedule. A bachelor's degree (completed or in progress). You will work with the chatbots that we are building in order to measure…

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contract travel retirement plan

Travel Nurse RN - Med Surg - $1,591 per week

Company: Planet Healthcare

Location: Austin, Texas

Posted Feb 19, 2025

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Travel Nurse RN - Telemetry - $1,727 per week

Company: Advantis Medical

Location: Austin, Texas

Posted Feb 18, 2025

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Sushi Chef - $25 per hour - Uchi Houston

Company: Uchi Restaurants

Location: Houston, TX

Posted Feb 21, 2025

Interact with guests at the sushi bar; take orders, explain dishes, and cultivate an amazing experience for yourself and the guest.

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Aerospace Engineer - AI Trainer

Company: DataAnnotation

Location: San Antonio, TX

Posted Feb 21, 2025

You can work on your own schedule. In this role you will need to hold an expert understanding of aerospace engineering- a completed or in progress Masters/PhD…

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Physics Teacher - AI Trainer

Company: DataAnnotation

Location: Dallas-Fort Worth, TX

Posted Feb 21, 2025

You can work on your own schedule. You will measure the progress of these AI chatbots, evaluate their logic, and solve problems to improve the quality of each…

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per diem contract travel

Travel Cath Lab Technologist - $2,349 per week

Company: Zack Group

Location: Austin, Texas

Posted Feb 19, 2025

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Steiner Ranch Steakhouse is hiring a Sous Chef

Company: Steiner Ranch Steakhouse

Location: Austin, TX

Posted Feb 19, 2025

Assist in financial reporting, evaluation and analysis. Create authentic, custom guest experiences through a high level of attention and service.

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Licensed Journeyman Electrician

Company: Walker Engineering

Location: Houston, TX

Posted Feb 23, 2025

Hired candidates with an active journeyman or master's license are eligible for a $1K signing bonus after 90 days of employment.

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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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