Technical Lead Jobs in Texas

Technical Lead jobs in Texas are in strong demand, concentrated in enterprise software, defense contracting, and energy technology sectors across experience levels from senior individual contributor through principal engineering lead. Austin, Dallas, and Houston lead hiring volume, with established employers like Dell Technologies, Texas Instruments, and Lockheed Martin maintaining consistent technical lead headcount across the state. The most sought-after specialties in Texas include cloud infrastructure leadership, embedded systems, and full-stack platform engineering. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.

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Overview

Open roles254+
Top employerCiti
Top cityAustin, TX
Cities hiring34
Work type78% On-site
Top industryTechnology

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VDart
Visualfabriq Technical Lead
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Visualfabriq Technical Lead
VDart
Plano, Texas
Technical Product & Program Management
Project & Program Management
Partnerships & Business Development
Technical Program Management
Project Management
Business Development
Remote (US)
Bachelor's

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Cushman & Wakefield
Connected Buildings Technical Lead
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Connected Buildings Technical Lead
Cushman & Wakefield
Austin, Texas
Technical Product & Program Management
Cloud & DevOps
Data Science & Analytics
Technical Program Management
$125k - $147k/yr
Remote (US)
None
10,000+

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LPL Financial
AVP DevX - AI Engineer/Technical Lead
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LPL Financial
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AVP DevX - AI Engineer/Technical Lead
LPL Financial
Austin, Texas
Software Engineering
Cloud & DevOps
Technical Product & Program Management
AI (Artificial Intelligence)
Technical Program Management
DevOps
$148k - $246k/yr
On-Site
Master's
5,001-10,000

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Persistent Systems
AWS Technical Lead
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Persistent Systems
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AWS Technical Lead
Persistent Systems
Dallas, Texas
Cloud & DevOps
Software Engineering
Technical Product & Program Management
DevOps
Technical Program Management
On-Site
None

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Tenstorrent
Staff Engineer, Emulation Technical Lead
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Added 3w ago
Staff Engineer, Emulation Technical Lead
Tenstorrent
Austin, Texas
Specialized Engineering
Technical Product & Program Management
Engineering (Non-Software)
Hybrid
None

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Technical Lead Jobs by City in Texas

Where Texas roles are concentrated, by current openings.

Austin
60 jobs
Dallas
51 jobs
Irving
33 jobs
Houston
22 jobs
Plano
17 jobs
Richardson
13 jobs
Garland
5 jobs
Coppell
4 jobs
Frisco
4 jobs

Technical Lead Job Market in Texas

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

Who's Hiring

  • Citi
    Citi19
  • Humana
    Humana10
  • Celestica
    Celestica6
  • Tata Consultancy Services (TCS)
    Tata Consultancy Services (TCS)6
  • Amazon
    Amazon5

Top Industries Hiring

  • Technology & Software87
  • Consulting & Professional Services36
  • Banking & Financial Services27
  • Electronics & Hardware22
  • Investment & Asset Management15

What Texas Employers Look For

The qualifications that appear most often in technical lead jobs across Texas.

  • Bachelor's degree in computer science, engineering, or a closely related technical field
  • Five or more years of software engineering experience with demonstrated leadership of technical teams
  • Proficiency in at least one primary programming language such as Java, Python, C++, or Go
  • Experience designing and delivering production systems on AWS, Azure, or Google Cloud
  • Ability to define technical roadmaps, conduct code reviews, and mentor junior engineers
  • Strong communication skills for cross-functional collaboration with product, QA, and business stakeholders

Technical Lead Jobs in Texas: Frequently Asked Questions

How do you become a technical lead in Texas?

Becoming a technical lead in Texas typically starts with a bachelor's degree in computer science, software engineering, or a related field, followed by several years of hands-on engineering experience. Texas does not require a state-issued license to work as a technical lead in software or technology. Employers in Austin, Dallas, and Houston generally look for candidates who have led technical projects, mentored engineers, and contributed to architectural decisions before moving into a formal lead role.

Which companies hire technical leads in Texas?

Employers hiring technical leads in Texas right now include Citi, Humana, and Celestica, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of June 2026. Texas's concentration of technology headquarters, defense contractors, and energy innovation firms means demand for technical leads stays consistent across both established corporations and high-growth companies in the state.

Which Texas cities have the most technical lead jobs?

Austin, Dallas, and Irving have the most technical lead openings in Texas. Austin's dense cluster of technology companies and corporate campuses drives the largest share of postings, while Dallas benefits from major corporate headquarters in finance and telecommunications, and Houston's energy sector and aerospace employers add significant volume across the state.

Are there remote technical lead jobs in Texas?

Yes, and more than many engineering roles, since technical lead work is largely collaborative and code-driven rather than tied to physical infrastructure. About 22% of technical lead openings tied to Texas are remote or hybrid as of June 2026, reflecting how broadly distributed software teams have become. Architecture reviews, sprint planning, and code mentorship are the parts of the role most commonly performed fully remotely.

How can I get hired as a technical lead in Texas with little or no experience?

The most realistic path is moving into a lead role from a strong senior engineer position at a Texas employer rather than entering directly. Large Texas technology employers like Dell Technologies and companies in the Austin tech corridor often run internal mentorship and leadership development programs where high-performing engineers are groomed for lead responsibilities. Building a portfolio that demonstrates system design decisions, contributing to open-source projects, and taking on informal team lead duties in a current role are the credentials that open the door fastest.

Where can I find and apply to technical lead jobs in Texas?

You can find and apply to technical lead jobs in Texas on Migrate Mate, which lists current Texas openings across Austin, Dallas, Houston, and other markets in the state. Find roles that fit your background and apply directly to the employers posting them.

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