Data Analyst Lead Jobs in Texas

Data Analyst Lead jobs in Texas are among the most active in the country, with strong demand concentrated in financial services, energy, technology, and healthcare across a wide range of seniority from senior individual contributors to team leads overseeing analytics functions. The largest hiring metros are Dallas-Fort Worth, Houston, and Austin, where major employers like ExxonMobil, Dell Technologies, and American Airlines consistently recruit data analyst leads. The most in-demand specialties in Texas include business intelligence, SQL and Python-driven analytics, and cloud data platforms. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.

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Overview

Open roles101+
Top employerUSAA
Top cityHouston, TX
Cities hiring19
Work type49% Hybrid
Top industryAccounting

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Data Scientist, Auto Finance Data & Analytics - Sr. Associate
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Data Scientist, Auto Finance Data & Analytics - Sr. Associate
JPMorganChase
Plano, Texas
Content Marketing
Growth Marketing
Marketing
10,000+

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Lead Solutions Analyst - Product & Data management
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Lead Solutions Analyst - Product & Data management
JPMorganChase
Plano, Texas
Clinical Support
Healthcare Administration
Medical Assistant
10,000+

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Data Engineer/Sr Data Engineer, IT Analytics
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Data Engineer/Sr Data Engineer, IT Analytics
American Airlines
Fort Worth, Texas
Creative & Design
Product Management
UI/UX Design
Bachelor's degree in management information systems
10,000+

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Lead Data Analyst - New Games
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Lead Data Analyst - New Games
Tripledot Studios
Dallas, Texas
Customer Support
IT Support
Technical Program Management
$135k - $175k/yr
Hybrid
201-500

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Director, Business and Data Analytics - P&C Pricing Analytics
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Director, Business and Data Analytics - P&C Pricing Analytics
USAA
San Antonio, Texas
Business Strategy
Consulting & Professional Services
Strategy & Corporate Development
Hybrid
Bachelor's degree in statistics
10,000+

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Data Analyst Lead Jobs by City in Texas

Where Texas roles are concentrated, by current openings.

Houston
20 jobs
Dallas
19 jobs
Plano
16 jobs
Austin
16 jobs
San Antonio
7 jobs
Fort Worth
4 jobs
Irving
3 jobs
Addison
2 jobs
Arlington
2 jobs

Data Analyst Lead Job Market in Texas

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

Who's Hiring

USAA5 open roles
CoStar5 open roles
JPMorganChase5 open roles

Top Industries Hiring

  • Accounting & Auditing
  • Technology & Software
  • Investment & Asset Management
  • Consulting & Professional Services
  • Energy

What Texas Employers Look For

The qualifications that appear most often in data analyst lead jobs across Texas.

  • Bachelor's degree in statistics, computer science, mathematics, or a related quantitative field
  • Five or more years of experience in data analytics with at least two in a lead or senior role
  • Proficiency in SQL, Python, or R for querying and transforming large datasets
  • Hands-on experience with BI tools such as Tableau, Power BI, or Looker
  • Demonstrated ability to manage and mentor a team of junior analysts
  • Experience working with cloud data platforms such as Snowflake, Databricks, or AWS Redshift

Data Analyst Lead Jobs in Texas: Frequently Asked Questions

How do you become a data analyst lead in Texas?

There is no state-issued license required to work as a data analyst lead in Texas. The standard path is a bachelor's degree in a quantitative field such as statistics, computer science, or economics, followed by several years of hands-on analytics experience. Texas employers typically look for candidates who have progressed from analyst to senior analyst before stepping into a lead role, with a strong portfolio of projects involving business intelligence tools, SQL, and Python.

How much do data analyst leads make in Texas?

Data analyst leads in Texas earn a median of about $122,090 a year, based on May 2025 Bureau of Labor Statistics wage data, ranging from around $64,540 for the lowest 10% to over $170,780 for the top 10%. Pay rises with experience, specialty, and employer.

Which companies hire data analyst leads in Texas?

Employers hiring data analyst leads in Texas right now include USAA, CoStar, and JPMorganChase, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Texas's concentration of Fortune 500 headquarters, major energy companies, and large health systems means consistent openings across a wide range of industries rather than a single dominant sector.

Which Texas cities have the most data analyst lead jobs?

Houston, Dallas, and Plano have the most data analyst lead openings in Texas. Dallas-Fort Worth's density of corporate headquarters in financial services, telecom, and retail drives the highest volume, while Houston's energy and medical center employers anchor demand there, and Austin's fast-growing technology sector fuels steady hiring for analytics leadership roles.

Are there remote data analyst lead jobs in Texas?

Yes, and more than most fields. About 66% of data analyst lead openings tied to Texas are remote or hybrid as of November 2026, reflecting how portable the work is for roles that center on querying data, building dashboards, and presenting findings. The parts of the role most likely to be fully remote are individual-contributor analytics tasks, while team leadership responsibilities often push toward at least a hybrid arrangement.

How can I get hired as a data analyst lead in Texas with little or no experience?

The most realistic entry path is to build toward a lead title from an analyst or business intelligence analyst role, then step into a lead position once you have demonstrated mentorship or project ownership. Large Texas employers like major energy companies, health systems within the Texas Medical Center, and Dallas-Fort Worth financial institutions often hire associate data analysts or business intelligence analysts as entry points. Building a portfolio with Python, SQL, and Tableau projects and earning a Google Data Analytics or Microsoft Power BI certification gives candidates a clear edge in the Texas market.

Where can I find and apply to data analyst lead jobs in Texas?

You can find and apply to data analyst lead jobs in Texas on Migrate Mate, which lists current Texas openings from employers across Dallas-Fort Worth, Houston, Austin, and beyond. Find the roles that fit your experience and apply directly to the ones that interest you.

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