CEO Jobs in Texas

CEO jobs in Texas are concentrated in energy, technology, financial services, and healthcare, with demand for executive leadership at every stage from growth-stage companies to established corporations. Houston, Dallas, and Austin are the primary hiring metros, home to major employers like ExxonMobil, AT&T, and Dell Technologies. The most active demand is for ceos with backgrounds in energy transition, enterprise technology, and private equity-backed businesses. See the openings below and apply to the ones that match your experience.

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Overview

Open roles54
Top employerFutureSight Ventures
Top cityAustin, TX
Cities hiring21
Work type39% Remote
Top industryTechnology

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AVP, Corporate Communications - CEO & Association
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AVP, Corporate Communications - CEO & Association
USAA
San Antonio, Texas
Corporate Training
Corporate Training & Learning Development
Teaching & Instruction
$195k - $351k/yr
Hybrid
10,000+

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Medidata Solutions
Executive Manager, Office of the CEO, Life Sciences & Healthcare
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Executive Manager, Office of the CEO, Life Sciences & Healthcare
Medidata Solutions
Houston, Texas
Clinical Support
Healthcare Administration
Medical Specialists
$119k - $158k/yr
Hybrid
Bachelor's degree
1,001-5,000

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Chief Executive Officer, Graham Chamber of Commerce & Visit Graham
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Chief Executive Officer, Graham Chamber of Commerce & Visit Graham
Graham Chamber of Commerce
Graham, Texas
Brand & Social Media
Content & Communications
Marketing
$60k - $75k/yr
On-Site
Master's degree in business administration

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Executive Assistant, Chief Revenue Officer
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Executive Assistant, Chief Revenue Officer
8am
Austin, Texas
Data Science
Health Informatics
Healthcare Administration
Hybrid
Bachelor's degree
501-1,000

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VoltaGrid
Chief of Staff to the CEO
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Chief of Staff to the CEO
VoltaGrid
Houston, Texas
Business Operations
Corporate Development & M&A
Executive Leadership & C-Suite
Master's degree in business administration
501-1,000

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CEO Jobs by City in Texas

Where Texas roles are concentrated, by current openings.

Austin
17 jobs
Houston
6 jobs
San Antonio
6 jobs
Dallas
5 jobs
Irving
3 jobs
Katy
1 job
Waco
1 job
Belton
1 job
Graham
1 job

CEO Job Market in Texas

A snapshot from current Texas openings, updated as new roles post.

Who's Hiring

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    FutureSight Ventures11
  • Quorum Services
    Quorum Services3
  • Follett Corporation
    Follett Corporation2
  • Ardent Health Services
    Ardent Health Services2
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Top Industries Hiring

  • Technology & Software
  • Construction & Real Estate
  • Consulting & Professional Services

What Texas Employers Look For

The qualifications that appear most often in CEO jobs across Texas.

  • Bachelor's degree in business, finance, or a field relevant to the industry
  • Proven executive leadership experience managing large cross-functional teams
  • Demonstrated record of P&L ownership and strategic growth initiatives
  • Experience navigating Texas regulatory environments in energy, finance, or healthcare
  • Advanced degree such as an MBA preferred for corporate and institutional roles
  • Strong board-level communication and stakeholder management capabilities

CEO Jobs in Texas: Frequently Asked Questions

How do you become a ceo in Texas?

Becoming a ceo in Texas typically requires building a progression through senior functional or divisional leadership roles before stepping into the top executive position. Texas does not issue a state license for ceos, but regulated industries like banking, insurance, and healthcare require executives to meet specific Texas Department of Banking, Texas Department of Insurance, or Texas Health and Human Services standards. Most Texas ceos hold at minimum a bachelor's degree, with an MBA or advanced degree common in corporate and institutional settings.

How much do CEOs make in Texas?

CEOs in Texas earn a median of about $257,850 a year, based on May 2025 Bureau of Labor Statistics wage data, ranging from around $121,130 for the lowest 10% to over $558,550 for the top 10%. Pay rises with experience, specialty, and employer.

Which companies hire ceos in Texas?

Companies currently hiring ceos in Texas include FutureSight Ventures, Quorum Services, and Follett Corporation, per current listings on Migrate Mate as of October 2026. Texas's concentration of Fortune 500 headquarters, energy companies, and fast-growing technology firms means executive openings appear across a wide range of industries and company sizes.

Which Texas cities have the most ceo jobs?

Austin, Houston, and San Antonio have the most ceo openings in Texas. Houston's concentration of energy and petrochemical headquarters drives the largest share of executive demand, while Dallas anchors financial services, telecommunications, and corporate retail, and Austin's rapidly expanding technology sector has made it one of the fastest-growing markets for startup and mid-market executive roles.

Are there remote ceo jobs in Texas?

Yes, but they're rare. About 64% of ceo openings tied to Texas are remote or hybrid as of October 2026, reflecting the reality that most chief executive roles require regular in-person presence with boards, leadership teams, and key stakeholders. Where remote flexibility does exist, it tends to appear at founder-led startups or holding companies where the ceo function is primarily strategic rather than operational.

How can I get hired as a ceo in Texas with little or no experience?

The most realistic entry path for an aspiring ceo with limited executive experience is moving into a vice president or general manager role at a mid-size Texas company and building a clear P&L record from there. Texas's large base of private equity-backed businesses, family-owned enterprises, and growth-stage Austin technology firms actively consider candidates who have led a function end-to-end rather than requiring a prior CEO title. Earning an MBA from a Texas institution such as UT McCombs or Rice Jones, or completing an executive leadership program, strengthens a candidate's case considerably.

Where can I find and apply to ceo jobs in Texas?

You can find and apply to ceo jobs in Texas on Migrate Mate, which lists current Texas openings. Search the roles that fit your background and apply directly to the ones that match your experience level and industry.

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