Database Developer Jobs in Texas

Database Developer jobs in Texas are in strong demand, with active hiring concentrated in energy data management, financial technology, and healthcare IT across seniority levels from entry-level database associate through senior architect. The largest hiring metros are Dallas-Fort Worth, Houston, and Austin, where established employers like Dell Technologies, AT&T, and ExxonMobil maintain significant data operations and consistently bring on database talent. The most in-demand specialties in Texas include SQL Server administration, cloud database platforms such as Azure and AWS RDS, and ETL pipeline development tied to enterprise reporting. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.

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Overview

Open roles17+
Top employerCapgemini
Top cityDallas, TX
Cities hiring6
Work type94% On-site
Top industryTechnology

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Capgemini
Database Developer
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Capgemini
Added 4d ago
Database Developer
Capgemini
Irving, Texas
Data Science & Analytics
Software Engineering
Data Science
Data Analytics
$54k - $122k/yr
On-Site
None
10,000+

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Capgemini
Database Developer
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Capgemini
Added 5d ago
Database Developer
Capgemini
Irving, Texas
Data Engineering
Data Science & Analytics
Database Administration (DBA)
$105k - $115k
On-Site
None
10,000+

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Saransh Inc
Senior Oracle Database Developer
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Saransh Inc
Added 1mo ago
Senior Oracle Database Developer
Saransh Inc
Plano, Texas
Data Engineering
Software Engineering
Database Administration (DBA)
On-Site
Bachelor's

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Artech, LLC
Database Developer III
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Artech, LLC
Added 2mo ago
Database Developer III
Artech, LLC
Frisco, Texas
Data Engineering
Software Engineering
Database Administration (DBA)
$100k - $114k/yr
On-Site
Associate's

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LTIMindtree
Oracle Database Developer
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LTIMindtree
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Oracle Database Developer
LTIMindtree
Irving, Texas
Software Engineering
Data Engineering
Database Administration (DBA)
$90k - $120k/yr
On-Site
Bachelor's
10,000+

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Database Developer Jobs by City in Texas

Where Texas roles are concentrated, by current openings.

Dallas
6 jobs
Austin
3 jobs
Irving
3 jobs
Plano
3 jobs
Frisco
1 jobs
The Woodlands
1 jobs

Database Developer Job Market in Texas

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

Who's Hiring

  • Capgemini
    Capgemini2
  • Esolvit
    Esolvit2
  • Photon
    Photon2
  • Tetra Tech
    Tetra Tech2
  • Artech
    Artech1

Top Industries Hiring

  • Technology & Software14
  • Consulting & Professional Services3
  • Energy1
  • Manufacturing1
  • Media & Entertainment1

What Texas Employers Look For

The qualifications that appear most often in database developer jobs across Texas.

  • Bachelor's degree in computer science, information systems, or a related technical field
  • Proficiency in SQL and experience with at least one major RDBMS such as SQL Server, Oracle, or MySQL
  • Hands-on experience designing, optimizing, and maintaining relational database schemas
  • Familiarity with cloud database services including Azure SQL, AWS RDS, or Google Cloud SQL
  • Experience writing and tuning complex queries, stored procedures, and automated ETL processes
  • Strong understanding of database security practices, backup strategies, and disaster recovery planning

Database Developer Jobs in Texas: Frequently Asked Questions

How do you become a database developer in Texas?

Texas does not require a state-issued license to work as a database developer, so the path runs through education and certification. Most Texas employers expect at least a bachelor's degree in computer science, information systems, or a related field, though strong candidates from associate degree or bootcamp backgrounds do get hired. Industry certifications such as Microsoft Certified: Azure Database Administrator Associate or Oracle Database certifications carry real weight with Texas hiring managers and help distinguish candidates without advanced degrees.

How much do database developers make in Texas?

Database developers in Texas earn a median of about $151,370 a year, based on May 2025 Bureau of Labor Statistics wage data, ranging from around $92,890 for the lowest 10% to over $200,390 for the top 10%. Pay rises with experience, specialty, and employer.

Which companies hire database developers in Texas?

Employers hiring database developers in Texas right now include Capgemini, Esolvit, and Photon, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of June 2026. Texas's concentration of energy, financial services, and healthcare companies means database developer roles here frequently involve large-scale enterprise systems and high-volume transactional data environments.

Which Texas cities have the most database developer jobs?

Dallas, Austin, and Irving have the most database developer openings in Texas. Dallas-Fort Worth leads because of its dense concentration of corporate headquarters in finance, telecom, and logistics, while Houston's demand is driven largely by energy sector data operations, and Austin's fast-growing technology industry has made it one of the state's fastest-rising markets for database talent.

Are there remote database developer jobs in Texas?

Yes, and more than most fields. Database development is fundamentally desk-based work that translates well to remote and hybrid arrangements. About 6% of database developer openings tied to Texas are remote or hybrid as of June 2026, reflecting how broadly employers in this space have adopted flexible work models. Roles focused on cloud database administration, ETL development, and reporting tend to be the most consistently available as fully remote positions.

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

The most realistic entry path is landing a junior database analyst or reporting analyst role, which Texas employers across healthcare systems like HCA Healthcare, large retailers headquartered in the Dallas area, and energy firms in Houston regularly fill with candidates who have foundational SQL skills. Building a portfolio of documented database projects, earning an entry-level certification such as Microsoft's DP-900, and applying to IT associate programs at Texas-based enterprises or internships through Texas public universities give candidates without direct experience a concrete foothold.

Where can I find and apply to database developer jobs in Texas?

You can find and apply to database developer jobs in Texas on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings tied to the Texas market. Find the roles that fit your background and apply directly to the ones that match.

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