Data Center Manager Jobs in Texas

Data Center Manager jobs in Texas are in strong demand, concentrated in hyperscale cloud infrastructure, enterprise IT, and the energy sector's expanding digital operations, with openings at every level from operations supervisor through senior director. Austin, Dallas, and San Antonio are the busiest hiring markets, anchored by large employers such as Dell Technologies, AT&T, and Amazon Web Services, which maintain major data center footprints across the state. The most sought-after specialties include critical facilities management, power and cooling infrastructure, and network operations oversight. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.

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Overview

Open roles755+
Top employerAmazon
Top cityDallas, TX
Cities hiring85
Work type66% On-site
Top industryTechnology

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INNO4 LLC
Field Superintendent (Data Center Construction/Structured Cabling) - Texas
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INNO4 LLC
New 9h ago
Field Superintendent (Data Center Construction/Structured Cabling) - Texas
INNO4 LLC
McAllen, Texas
Project Management
$40 - $50/hr
On-Site
CPR Certification

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Phoenix Business Consulting
Data Center Technician
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Phoenix Business Consulting
New 10h ago
Data Center Technician
Phoenix Business Consulting
Abernathy, Texas
IT Support & Systems Administration
Technical Product & Program Management
IT Support
$27 - $28/hr
On-Site
High School
51-200

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Google
Data Center Site Manager, Data Centers Operations
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Google
New 13h ago
Data Center Site Manager, Data Centers Operations
Google
Amarillo, Texas
Business Operations
Performance Marketing
Project Management
$164k - $237k/yr
Bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering
10,000+

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AMD
Data Center System Interconnect Engineer
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AMD
New 18h ago
Data Center System Interconnect Engineer
AMD
Austin, Texas
Engineering (Non-Software)
Product Management
Technical Product & Program Management
Master's degree in systems engineering
5,001-10,000

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TeamLINX
Low Voltage Superintendent – Data Center Construction
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TeamLINX
New 19h ago
Low Voltage Superintendent – Data Center Construction
TeamLINX
El Paso, Texas
Business Operations
Performance Marketing
Project Management
$35 - $48/hr
Military encouraged
1,001-5,000

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Data Center Manager Jobs by City in Texas

Where Texas roles are concentrated, by current openings.

Dallas
102 jobs
Houston
65 jobs
Abilene
30 jobs
Red Oak
25 jobs
San Antonio
25 jobs
Boling
22 jobs
Abernathy
22 jobs
Brookshire
22 jobs

Data Center Manager Job Market in Texas

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

Who's Hiring

  • Amazon
    Amazon67
  • Pogue Construction
    Pogue Construction36
  • CBRE
    CBRE31
  • Oracle
    Oracle30
  • Turner & Townsend Pty Limited
    Turner & Townsend Pty Limited28

Top Industries Hiring

  • Technology & Software43
  • Consulting & Professional Services29
  • Construction & Real Estate19
  • Electronics & Hardware8
  • Energy7

What Texas Employers Look For

The qualifications that appear most often in data center manager jobs across Texas.

  • Bachelor's degree in information technology, computer science, or electrical engineering required
  • Five or more years of experience managing data center operations or critical facilities
  • Hands-on expertise with power distribution, cooling systems, and network infrastructure
  • Certifications such as CDCP, CDCE, or CompTIA Server+ strongly preferred by Texas employers
  • Proven ability to manage vendor contracts, SLAs, and facilities maintenance schedules
  • Experience with DCIM software platforms and capacity planning tools

Data Center Manager Jobs in Texas: Frequently Asked Questions

How do you become a data center manager in Texas?

Most Texas employers require a bachelor's degree in information technology, computer science, or a related engineering field combined with several years of progressively responsible data center operations experience. Texas does not issue a state-specific license for data center managers, so industry credentials carry significant weight. Certifications from recognized bodies such as the Uptime Institute, BICSI, or CompTIA are widely respected by Texas hiring teams. Candidates who work their way up from data center technician or network operations roles in Texas's large enterprise and cloud environments are commonly considered strong hires.

How much do data center managers make in Texas?

Data center managers in Texas earn a median of about $100,700 a year, based on May 2025 Bureau of Labor Statistics wage data, ranging from around $63,380 for the lowest 10% to over $177,340 for the top 10%. Pay rises with experience, specialty, and employer.

Which companies hire data center managers in Texas?

Employers hiring data center managers in Texas right now include Amazon, Pogue Construction, and CBRE, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of September 2026. Texas's combination of major corporate headquarters, hyperscale cloud campuses, and a large energy industry creates a notably broad employer base for this role compared to most other states.

Which Texas cities have the most data center manager jobs?

Dallas, Austin, and Houston have the most data center manager openings in Texas. Dallas leads because it is home to one of the densest concentrations of hyperscale and colocation data center campuses in the country, driven by major cloud providers and Fortune 500 corporate IT operations, while Austin's technology industry and San Antonio's growing federal and military digital infrastructure add substantial demand.

Are there remote data center manager jobs in Texas?

Yes, but they're rare. Data center manager roles are fundamentally hands-on, requiring physical oversight of facilities, equipment, and on-site staff, which limits remote options considerably. About 34% of data center manager openings tied to Texas are remote or hybrid as of September 2026, and those positions typically involve strategic planning, vendor management, or multi-site oversight rather than direct floor operations.

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

The most realistic entry path is securing a data center technician or IT operations specialist role at one of Texas's large enterprise employers, colocation providers, or cloud campuses in the Dallas or Austin metro areas, then building toward management. Companies like Dell Technologies and AT&T run structured IT associate and rotational programs in Texas that accept candidates without direct data center management experience. Earning a foundational certification such as CompTIA Server+ or a BICSI Installer credential before applying strengthens a junior candidate's profile significantly with Texas hiring teams.

Where can I find and apply to data center manager jobs in Texas?

You can find and apply to data center manager jobs in Texas on Migrate Mate, which lists current Texas openings from employers across the state. Search the listings to find roles that match your experience level and preferred location, then apply directly to the ones that fit.

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