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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Title: Visualfabriq Technical Lead
Client Location: Plano, TX (Permanent remote work accepted from anywhere in US)
Duration: 06+ Months
Position Summary
We are seeking an experienced Visualfabriq Technical Lead to support and lead Trade Promotion Management (TPM) implementation initiatives for Consumer Packaged Goods (CPG) clients. This role requires technical solution leadership to drive successful end-to-end implementations of the Visualfabriq platform. The ideal candidate will serve as a trusted advisor to clients and internal project teams, leading solution design, configuration strategy, integrations, data alignment, testing, and deployment activities while ensuring alignment between business objectives and technical execution. This role requires strong experience in TPM processes, CPG commercial operations, system integrations, and cross-functional stakeholder management.
Key Responsibilities
Technical Leadership
- Serve as the technical lead for Visualfabriq integrations and solution architecture activities.
- Define and oversee integrations between Visualfabriq and enterprise platforms such as:
- SAP ERP
- Salesforce
- Data warehouses / data lakes
- Middleware platforms (e.g., MuleSoft, SAP CPI)
- Claims management systems
- BI and analytics platforms
- Lead data mapping, data validation, and master data alignment activities.
- Coordinate technical teams responsible for:
- APIs
- Data interfaces
- ETL processes
- Security and access management
- Reporting enablement
- Support environment strategy, deployment planning, and cutover activities.
- Troubleshoot complex functional and technical issues during implementation and hypercare phases.
Project & Delivery Leadership
- Collaborate with Project Managers and Solution Architects to manage delivery scope, timeline, risks, and dependencies.
- Support estimation, planning, and proposal activities for TPM initiatives.
- Identify implementation risks and recommend mitigation strategies.
- Provide leadership during testing phases including SIT, UAT, and regression testing.
- Coordinate with client leadership and vendor teams to resolve escalations and delivery issues.
- Support governance meetings and executive-level status reporting.
Required Qualifications
- 7+ years of experience in TPM, CPG commercial systems, or related enterprise transformation initiatives.
- Hands-on experience implementing Visualfabriq TPM solutions.
- Strong understanding of CPG trade promotion processes and commercial operations.
- Experience leading technical workstreams in enterprise implementations.
- Experience with ERP and integration ecosystems, especially:
- SAP ECC and/or SAP S/4HANA
- Middleware/integration platforms
- Data management and analytics solutions
- Strong workshop facilitation and stakeholder management skills.
- Ability to bridge business and technical discussions effectively.
- Experience working in global, cross-functional implementation teams.
- Strong analytical, documentation, and problem-solving skills.
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience with other TPM/TPO platforms such as:
- Salesforce Consumer Goods Cloud TPM
- Anaplan
- Exceedra
- XTEL
- Experience in global CPG organizations.
- Knowledge of Revenue Growth Management concepts.
- Experience with Agile delivery methodologies.
- Experience supporting business development, solution demos, and proposal creation.
- PMP, Scrum, SAP, or related certifications are a plus.
Skills & Competencies
- TPM process expertise
- Solution architecture mindset
- Functional-technical translation capability
- Client-facing communication skills
- Executive presentation skills
- Data integration understanding
- Risk and issue management
- Cross-functional leadership
- Analytical problem solving
- Strong collaboration and relationship management
Education
- Bachelor’s degree in Business, Information Systems, Engineering, Computer Science, or related field.
- Master’s degree preferred but not required.
Travel Requirements
- Ability to travel based on client and project needs (estimated 20–50%).
Ideal Candidate Profile
The ideal candidate is a TPM implementation expert who understands both the business processes and technical ecosystem required to successfully deliver complex Visualfabriq implementations within CPG organizations. This person is comfortable engaging with executives, business users, architects, and technical teams while driving delivery excellence and client satisfaction.
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Technical Lead Job Market in Texas
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Who's Hiring
- Citi19

- Humana10

- Celestica6

- Tata Consultancy Services (TCS)6

- Amazon5

Top Industries Hiring
- Technology & Software87
- Consulting & Professional Services36
- Banking & Financial Services27
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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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