Data Management Specialist Jobs in Texas

Data Management Specialist jobs in Texas are in strong demand, concentrated in healthcare systems, energy and utilities, financial services, and technology, with openings from entry-level data coordinators through senior data governance leads. Houston, Dallas, and Austin generate the most hiring activity, anchored by employers like Dell Technologies, ExxonMobil, and USAA who maintain large data operations teams in the state. The most sought-after specialties in Texas listings include data governance, master data management, and SQL-based data pipeline work. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.

Find Jobs

Overview

Open roles32+
Top employerLTIMindtree
Top cityAustin, TX
Cities hiring9
Work type75% On-site
Top industryTechnology

Showing 5 of 32+ Data Management Specialist jobs

JPMorganChase
Data Management Specialist
We won't show you this job again
JPMorganChase
Added 1w ago
Data Management Specialist
JPMorganChase
Plano, Texas
Business Operations
Business Analysis
Customer Service & Support
Customer Support
Property Management
On-Site
None

Have you applied for this role?

Texas Health and Human Services Commission
Data Management Program Specialist VII
We won't show you this job again
Texas Health and Human Services Commission
Added 1w ago
Data Management Program Specialist VII
Texas Health and Human Services Commission
Austin, Texas
Project & Program Management
Business Analysis
Compliance & Legal
Data Science & Analytics
Project Management
Compliance & Risk
$5,797 - $8,500/mo
On-Site
Bachelor's
10,000+

Have you applied for this role?

Farm Credit Bank of Texas
Data Management & Reporting Specialist
We won't show you this job again
Farm Credit Bank of Texas
Added 2mo ago
Data Management & Reporting Specialist
Farm Credit Bank of Texas
Austin, Texas
Data Science & Analytics
Business Analysis
Finance
Accounting
Data Science
Data Analytics
Audit
Hybrid
Bachelor's
201-500

Have you applied for this role?

Oracle
Data Center Facilities Engineering CMMS/Asset Management Specialist
We won't show you this job again
Oracle
Added 5d ago
Data Center Facilities Engineering CMMS/Asset Management Specialist
Oracle
San Antonio, Texas
Project & Program Management
Project Management
On-Site
None
10,000+

Have you applied for this role?

LTIMindtree
Specialist - System Management
We won't show you this job again
LTIMindtree
Added 5d ago
Specialist - System Management
LTIMindtree
Plano, Texas
Data Engineering
IT Support & Systems Administration
Database Administration (DBA)
$80k - $115k/yr
On-Site
None
10,000+

Have you applied for this role?

See All 32 Data Management Specialist Jobs in Texas

Find roles in Texas that match your experience and apply in just a few clicks.

Find Jobs

Data Management Specialist Jobs by City in Texas

Where Texas roles are concentrated, by current openings.

Austin
8 jobs
Plano
8 jobs
Houston
6 jobs
Dallas
2 jobs
Irving
2 jobs
McKinney
2 jobs
Childress
1 jobs
San Antonio
1 jobs
Wylie
1 jobs

Data Management Specialist Job Market in Texas

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

Who's Hiring

  • LTIMindtree
    LTIMindtree4
  • NTT DATA
    NTT DATA2
  • ABB
    ABB1
  • Anaplan
    Anaplan1
  • Cheniere Energy
    Cheniere Energy1

Top Industries Hiring

  • Technology & Software12
  • Banking & Financial Services2
  • Distribution & Wholesale2
  • Energy2
  • Insurance2

What Texas Employers Look For

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

  • Bachelor's degree in information management, computer science, or a related field
  • Proficiency in SQL and at least one enterprise data platform such as Informatica or Collibra
  • Experience designing or maintaining data governance frameworks and metadata standards
  • Familiarity with healthcare data standards such as HL7 or FHIR for Texas healthcare sector roles
  • Strong communication skills for working across business and technical stakeholders
  • Experience with cloud data environments such as AWS, Azure, or Google Cloud Platform

Data Management Specialist Jobs in Texas: Frequently Asked Questions

How do you become a data management specialist in Texas?

Most Texas employers require a bachelor's degree in information management, computer science, or a related field as the foundation. There is no state-issued license specific to this role in Texas, but certifications like the Certified Data Management Professional credential from DAMA International carry real weight with Texas hiring managers. Building hands-on experience with SQL, data governance tools, and a demonstrable project portfolio strengthens applications considerably in the Texas market.

How much do data management specialists make in Texas?

Data management specialists in Texas earn a median of about $114,400 a year, based on May 2025 Bureau of Labor Statistics wage data, ranging from around $59,950 for the lowest 10% to over $161,590 for the top 10%. Pay rises with experience, specialty, and employer.

Which companies hire data management specialists in Texas?

Employers hiring data management specialists in Texas right now include LTIMindtree, NTT DATA, and ABB, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of June 2026. Texas's concentration of energy companies, large hospital networks, and financial services firms means demand is spread across multiple industries rather than clustering in a single sector.

Which Texas cities have the most data management specialist jobs?

Austin, Plano, and Houston account for the largest share of data management specialist openings in Texas. Houston's dominance reflects its energy sector headquarters and large medical center employment base, Dallas draws from financial services and corporate technology operations, and Austin's growing technology industry has steadily added data-focused roles across mid-size and enterprise employers.

Are there remote data management specialist jobs in Texas?

Yes, and more than most fields, since data management specialist work is primarily desk-based and system-oriented rather than requiring physical presence. About 25% of data management specialist openings tied to Texas are remote or hybrid as of June 2026, reflecting broad employer comfort with distributed data teams. Roles focused on data governance policy, metadata management, and reporting tend to be the most remote-eligible.

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

The most realistic entry path is through a data analyst or database administrator associate role at a large Texas employer, which builds the core SQL and governance skills hiring managers expect. Texas health systems like HCA Houston Healthcare and large state agencies often post junior data coordinator or data quality analyst positions that serve as structured entry points. Earning a foundational certification such as the DAMA Certified Data Management Professional associate tier, or completing a portfolio project demonstrating a data cleaning and governance workflow, gives candidates a concrete edge over other applicants without direct experience.

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

You can find and apply to data management specialist jobs in Texas on Migrate Mate, which lists current Texas openings across industries and experience levels. Find roles that fit your background and apply directly to each one through the listing.

See All 32 Data Management Specialist Jobs in Texas

Find roles in Texas that match your experience and apply in just a few clicks.

Find Jobs