Data Engineer Jobs in Texas

Data Engineer jobs in Texas are in high demand, with the market concentrated in enterprise technology, energy, financial services, and healthcare across roles from junior data engineer through principal and staff-level positions. The busiest hiring metros are Austin, Dallas, and Houston, where companies like Dell Technologies, American Airlines, and ExxonMobil maintain large data and analytics teams. The most sought-after specialties in Texas are cloud data pipeline engineering, real-time streaming, and data platform architecture. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.

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Overview

Open roles1,432+
Top employerApple
Top cityAustin, TX
Cities hiring64
Work type81% On-site
Top industryTechnology

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CG Infinity
Data Engineer
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CG Infinity
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Data Engineer
CG Infinity
Houston, Texas
Data Engineering
Cloud & DevOps
Data Science & Analytics
Data Science
Data Analytics
On-Site
None

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Caterpillar
Data Engineer
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Caterpillar
Added 3d ago
Data Engineer
Caterpillar
Irving, Texas
Software Engineering
Data Engineering
Cloud & DevOps
$98k - $158k/yr
On-Site
None
10,000+

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Capgemini
Data Engineer
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Capgemini
Added 3d ago
Data Engineer
Capgemini
Irving, Texas
Data Engineering
Data Science & Analytics
Data Science
Data Analytics
$103k - $129k/yr
Hybrid
None
10,000+

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Tata Consultancy Services (TCS)
Data Engineer
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Tata Consultancy Services (TCS)
Added 4d ago
Data Engineer
Tata Consultancy Services (TCS)
Plano, Texas
Data Engineering
Data Science & Analytics
Data Analytics
$100k - $120k/yr
On-Site
None
10,000+

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Stevens Transport
Senior Data Engineer
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Stevens Transport
Added 4d ago
Senior Data Engineer
Stevens Transport
Dallas, Texas
Data Science & Analytics
Data Engineering
Data Science
Data Analytics
On-Site
Bachelor's

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Data Engineer Jobs by City in Texas

Where Texas roles are concentrated, by current openings.

Austin
525 jobs
Dallas
222 jobs
Irving
164 jobs
Houston
136 jobs
Plano
110 jobs
Richardson
30 jobs
San Antonio
25 jobs
Frisco
18 jobs
Spring
18 jobs

Data Engineer Job Market in Texas

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

Who's Hiring

  • Apple
    Apple172
  • NTT DATA
    NTT DATA69
  • LTIMindtree
    LTIMindtree51
  • Tata Consultancy Services (TCS)
    Tata Consultancy Services (TCS)50
  • NVIDIA
    NVIDIA45

Top Industries Hiring

  • Technology & Software580
  • Electronics & Hardware196
  • Consulting & Professional Services174
  • Banking & Financial Services90
  • Investment & Asset Management73

What Texas Employers Look For

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

  • Bachelor's degree in computer science, engineering, or a related technical field required
  • Proficiency in Python or Scala alongside SQL for data pipeline development
  • Hands-on experience with cloud platforms such as AWS, Azure, or Google Cloud
  • Experience building and maintaining ETL or ELT pipelines at production scale
  • Familiarity with distributed processing frameworks like Apache Spark or Kafka
  • Strong grasp of data modeling principles and modern data warehouse tools like Snowflake or BigQuery

Data Engineer Jobs in Texas: Frequently Asked Questions

How do you become a data engineer in Texas?

Data engineering in Texas has no state-issued license or registration requirement, so the path runs through education and demonstrated technical skills. Most Texas employers expect a bachelor's degree in computer science, information systems, or a related field, though strong candidates with associate degrees and robust portfolios do get hired. Building hands-on experience with cloud platforms, SQL, and pipeline tools, and earning vendor certifications from AWS, Google, or Microsoft, strengthens a Texas application significantly.

Which companies hire data engineers in Texas?

Employers hiring data engineers in Texas right now include Apple, NTT DATA, and LTIMindtree, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of June 2026. Texas's concentration of energy, financial services, and technology headquarters means demand is distributed across multiple industries rather than clustering in a single sector.

Which Texas cities have the most data engineer jobs?

Austin, Dallas, and Irving have the most data engineer openings in Texas. Austin's growth as a technology hub drives demand there, while Dallas is anchored by major financial services and telecom employers, and Houston's energy sector generates consistent need for engineers who can handle large-scale operational and sensor data pipelines.

Are there remote data engineer jobs in Texas?

Yes, and more than most fields. About 19% of data engineer openings tied to Texas are remote or hybrid as of June 2026, reflecting how thoroughly the work is conducted through cloud platforms and collaborative tooling rather than on physical infrastructure. Pipeline development, data modeling, and analytics engineering roles are the most consistently offered as fully remote positions.

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

The most realistic entry path is moving laterally from a data analyst, BI developer, or database administrator role into engineering responsibilities, which large Texas employers like Dell Technologies, USAA, and Texas Instruments actively support through internal mobility. Many Texas-based companies and university systems also offer new-graduate rotational programs in data and analytics. Building a public portfolio of pipeline projects on cloud infrastructure, plus earning an entry-level AWS or Google Cloud certification, gives candidates a clear edge in the Texas market.

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

You can find and apply to data engineer jobs in Texas on Migrate Mate, which lists current Texas openings updated regularly. Search the listings for roles that match your experience level and specialty, then apply directly to the ones that fit.

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