Software Architect Jobs in Texas
Software Architect jobs in Texas are among the most active in the country, with strong demand concentrated in enterprise technology, energy and utilities, financial services, and defense contracting at levels from associate architect through distinguished engineer. The largest hiring markets are Austin, Dallas, and Houston, where companies like Dell Technologies, AT&T, and ExxonMobil maintain substantial engineering organizations and continuously recruit experienced architects. Cloud-native platform design, microservices architecture, and AI system integration are the specialties drawing the most consistent interest from Texas employers right now. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.
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Standard Job Description
Defines the architecture of autonomous components of LM products or platforms from concept to specifications, recommending and making technical decisions on techniques, and solutions, and how solutions will be integrated and deployed with other systems to meet customer requirements.Provides architectural guidance on autonomous systems on or across project team(s); Defines hardware, software, and systems architecture for (significant components of) autonomous product(s) and platform(s); Interfaces with stakeholders and translates customer requirements into high level technical specifications; Determines technical standards and requirements for software, hardware/tools, and platforms; Participates in architecture reviews and ensures that technical standards and requirements address user needs and constraints; Develops, analyzes, documents technical specifications, and decides on components and design of software, hardware, and system(s); Recommends alternatives to meet or enhance ability to meet requirements for human-machine and/or machine-machine teaming; Defines, communicates, and enforces design standards for autonomy-related components
Basic Qualifications
Expertise in Unreal Engine 5 Experience in developing real-time, interactive 3D applications (games, simulations or virtual experiences).
Expertise in modern C++ programming with knowledge in performance tuning, multi-threading and memory management.
Desired Skills
Experience with integrated development environments (IDE) such as Visual Studio, VS Code and Unreal Editor. Experience in Unreal Engine 5, including its core systems, Blueprints, C++ and the latest UE5 features such as Nanite, Reinforcement Learning and Chaos physics. Experience with version control systems such as Git. Experience with multi-platform game development (PC, AR/VR/MR/XR) and Unreal Server configurations. Understanding of 3D object/asset composition (mesh, materials, shading, etc.). Familiarity with networking and multiplayer game architecture in Unreal Engine 5. Familiarity with artificial intelligence/machine learning principles and applications such as generative AI and reinforcement learning. A proven capability to collaborate across departments and work effectively in a team-orientated environment. Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to adapt to new challenges.
Pay Information
Full-Time Salary Range: $91200.00 - $169400.00
At Lockheed Martin, we know mission success starts with taking care of our people. Our Total Rewards program is designed to attract top talent, support your well-being, and help you grow—both professionally and personally.
The salary range for this position is as listed on the requisition. Please note that the salary information listed is a general guideline only. Lockheed Martin considers factors such as (but not limited to) scope and responsibilities of the position, candidate's work experience, education/ training, key skills as well as market(work location) and business considerations when extending an offer.
Benefits offered: Medical, Dental, Vision, Flexible work arrangements and schedules (e.g., 4x10), 401(k) match, Paid time off, Holidays, Parental Leave, EAP, Flexible Spending Accounts, Education Assistance, Life Insurance, Short-Term Disability, and Long-Term Disability.
- Annual short-term and/or long-term incentive compensation programs may be offered depending on the position. Payments under these annual programs are not guaranteed and can vary from year to year and are tied to a range of performance metrics.
- For (Washington state applicants only) Non-represented full-time employees: accrue at least 10 hours per month of Paid Time Off (PTO) to be used for incidental absences and other reasons; receive at least 90 hours for holidays. Represented full time employees accrue 6.67 hours of Vacation per month; accrue up to 52 hours of sick leave annually; receive at least 96 hours for holidays. PTO, Vacation, sick leave, and holiday hours are prorated based on start date during the calendar year.
Standard Job Description
Defines the architecture of autonomous components of LM products or platforms from concept to specifications, recommending and making technical decisions on techniques, and solutions, and how solutions will be integrated and deployed with other systems to meet customer requirements.Provides architectural guidance on autonomous systems on or across project team(s); Defines hardware, software, and systems architecture for (significant components of) autonomous product(s) and platform(s); Interfaces with stakeholders and translates customer requirements into high level technical specifications; Determines technical standards and requirements for software, hardware/tools, and platforms; Participates in architecture reviews and ensures that technical standards and requirements address user needs and constraints; Develops, analyzes, documents technical specifications, and decides on components and design of software, hardware, and system(s); Recommends alternatives to meet or enhance ability to meet requirements for human-machine and/or machine-machine teaming; Defines, communicates, and enforces design standards for autonomy-related components
Basic Qualifications
Expertise in Unreal Engine 5 Experience in developing real-time, interactive 3D applications (games, simulations or virtual experiences).
Expertise in modern C++ programming with knowledge in performance tuning, multi-threading and memory management.
Desired Skills
Experience with integrated development environments (IDE) such as Visual Studio, VS Code and Unreal Editor. Experience in Unreal Engine 5, including its core systems, Blueprints, C++ and the latest UE5 features such as Nanite, Reinforcement Learning and Chaos physics. Experience with version control systems such as Git. Experience with multi-platform game development (PC, AR/VR/MR/XR) and Unreal Server configurations. Understanding of 3D object/asset composition (mesh, materials, shading, etc.). Familiarity with networking and multiplayer game architecture in Unreal Engine 5. Familiarity with artificial intelligence/machine learning principles and applications such as generative AI and reinforcement learning. A proven capability to collaborate across departments and work effectively in a team-orientated environment. Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to adapt to new challenges.
Pay Information
Full-Time Salary Range: $91200.00 - $169400.00
At Lockheed Martin, we know mission success starts with taking care of our people. Our Total Rewards program is designed to attract top talent, support your well-being, and help you grow—both professionally and personally.
The salary range for this position is as listed on the requisition. Please note that the salary information listed is a general guideline only. Lockheed Martin considers factors such as (but not limited to) scope and responsibilities of the position, candidate's work experience, education/ training, key skills as well as market(work location) and business considerations when extending an offer.
Benefits offered: Medical, Dental, Vision, Flexible work arrangements and schedules (e.g., 4x10), 401(k) match, Paid time off, Holidays, Parental Leave, EAP, Flexible Spending Accounts, Education Assistance, Life Insurance, Short-Term Disability, and Long-Term Disability.
- Annual short-term and/or long-term incentive compensation programs may be offered depending on the position. Payments under these annual programs are not guaranteed and can vary from year to year and are tied to a range of performance metrics.
- For (Washington state applicants only) Non-represented full-time employees: accrue at least 10 hours per month of Paid Time Off (PTO) to be used for incidental absences and other reasons; receive at least 90 hours for holidays. Represented full time employees accrue 6.67 hours of Vacation per month; accrue up to 52 hours of sick leave annually; receive at least 96 hours for holidays. PTO, Vacation, sick leave, and holiday hours are prorated based on start date during the calendar year.
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Software Architect Job Market in Texas
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Who's Hiring
Top Industries Hiring
- Fintech
- Banking & Financial Services
- Aerospace & Defense
- Technology & Software
What Texas Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in software architect jobs across Texas.
- Bachelor's or master's degree in computer science, software engineering, or a related technical field
- Seven or more years of software engineering experience with at least two in an architecture role
- Proven expertise designing distributed systems, microservices, or cloud-native architectures on AWS, Azure, or GCP
- Ability to produce and maintain architecture decision records, system diagrams, and technical roadmaps
- Experience leading cross-functional engineering teams and aligning architecture with business strategy
- Relevant certifications such as AWS Certified Solutions Architect or Azure Solutions Architect Expert preferred
Software Architect Jobs in Texas: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a software architect in Texas?
Software architecture is not state-licensed in Texas, so there is no board exam or registration required to work in the role. The typical path starts with a computer science or software engineering degree, followed by years of hands-on development work before moving into architecture. Texas employers, particularly in Austin's tech corridor and Dallas's enterprise IT sector, generally expect candidates to demonstrate system design depth through a portfolio, whiteboard exercises, or architecture samples during the hiring process.
How much do software architects make in Texas?
Software architects in Texas earn a median of about $132,150 a year, based on May 2025 Bureau of Labor Statistics wage data, ranging from around $82,600 for the lowest 10% to over $183,680 for the top 10%. Pay rises with experience, specialty, and employer.
Which companies hire software architects in Texas?
Employers hiring software architects in Texas right now include HP, AMD, and loanDepot, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Texas's mix of Fortune 500 headquarters, large defense contractors, and a fast-growing tech startup ecosystem means hiring stays active across both legacy enterprise environments and modern cloud-first organizations throughout the year.
Which Texas cities have the most software architect jobs?
Austin, Plano, and Houston consistently post the most software architect openings in Texas. Austin leads on the strength of its technology company density, Dallas draws from large enterprise IT operations and financial services headquarters concentrated in the Metroplex, and Houston's openings are driven primarily by energy sector digital transformation and the healthcare technology organizations anchored there.
Are there remote software architect jobs in Texas?
Yes, and more than most fields. About 83% of software architect openings tied to Texas are remote or hybrid as of November 2026, reflecting how thoroughly design, documentation, and stakeholder work can be done asynchronously. The parts of the role most commonly offered remotely are greenfield system design and architecture review work, while roles tied to regulated industries such as defense or healthcare often require at least partial on-site presence.
How can I get hired as a software architect in Texas with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path is moving into an architecture-adjacent role first, specifically as a senior software engineer or technical lead, and building a visible record of system design contributions. Texas employers like Dell Technologies, USAA, and large health systems such as HCA Healthcare run associate architect and engineering leadership development programs that recruit internally from these roles. Earning a cloud certification such as AWS Certified Solutions Architect Associate signals design readiness to Texas hiring teams and opens conversations that a developer title alone often does not.
Where can I find and apply to software architect jobs in Texas?
You can find and apply to software architect jobs in Texas on Migrate Mate, which lists current Texas openings across industries and experience levels. Find the roles that fit your background and apply directly through the listing.
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