Technical Specialist Jobs in Washington

Technical Specialist jobs in Washington are concentrated in Seattle, Bellevue, and Redmond, where the state's deep technology and aerospace sectors drive consistent demand for hardware, software, and systems support specialists. Employers with a lasting presence in Washington, including Microsoft, Boeing, and Amazon, maintain large technical specialist workforces across configuration management, IT support, and field engineering functions. The market runs from entry-level technicians to senior-level specialists with advanced systems expertise. Scan the live roles below and apply to whichever ones fit.

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Overview

Open roles28
Top employerThermo Fisher Scientific
Top citySeattle, WA
Cities hiring14
Work type60% On-site
Top industryScience

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EchoNous
Technical Customer Support Specialist II
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Technical Customer Support Specialist II
EchoNous
Redmond, Washington
Customer Service
Customer Success
Customer Support
$82k - $92k/yr

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Fred Hutchinson Cancer Center
Clinical Immunogenetics Laboratory Technical Specialist
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Clinical Immunogenetics Laboratory Technical Specialist
Fred Hutchinson Cancer Center
Seattle, Washington
Cloud & DevOps
Executive Leadership & C-Suite
Project & Program Management
Technical Program Management
$47.03 - $70.52/hr
Bachelor's degree in Medical Laboratory Science
1,001-5,000

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Family Care Network
Clinical Laboratory Supervisor / Technical Quality Specialist
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Family Care Network
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Clinical Laboratory Supervisor / Technical Quality Specialist
Family Care Network
Bellingham, Washington
Program Management
Project Management
Quality Assurance & Testing (QA Testing)
$33.2 - $49.08/hr
Medical Laboratory Scientist Certification
501-1,000

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HII
Technical Support Specialist (Project Management Analyst 2)
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Technical Support Specialist (Project Management Analyst 2)
HII
Pacific Beach, Washington
Business Operations
Project Management
Technical Product & Program Management
$64k - $80k/yr
Master's degree
10,000+

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NAPA Auto Parts
Technical Sales Specialist
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Technical Sales Specialist
NAPA Auto Parts
Olympia, Washington
Account Management
Inside Sales
Sales
Bachelor's degree in business
10,000+

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Technical Specialist Jobs by City in Washington

Where Washington roles are concentrated, by current openings.

Seattle
9 jobs
Olympia
3 jobs
Redmond
2 jobs
Richland
2 jobs
Vancouver
2 jobs
Renton
1 job
Tacoma
1 job
Spokane
1 job
Bellevue
1 job

Technical Specialist Job Market in Washington

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

Who's Hiring

Thermo Fisher Scientific
Thermo Fisher Scientific3 open roles
PACCAR
PACCAR2 open roles
Zenoti
Zenoti2 open roles

Top Industries Hiring

  • Science & Research
  • Technology & Software
  • Distribution & Wholesale
  • Consulting & Professional Services

What Washington Employers Look For

The qualifications that appear most often in technical specialist jobs across Washington.

  • Associate or bachelor's degree in information technology, electronics, or a related technical field
  • Hands-on experience with hardware installation, configuration, or systems troubleshooting
  • Proficiency with diagnostic tools, ticketing systems, or enterprise support platforms
  • Relevant vendor or industry certification such as CompTIA A+, Network+, or equivalent
  • Strong documentation skills and ability to communicate technical issues to non-technical stakeholders
  • Experience supporting customers or end users in a professional technical environment

Technical Specialist Jobs in Washington: Frequently Asked Questions

How do you become a technical specialist in Washington?

Most technical specialist roles in Washington require at minimum an associate degree in information technology, electronics, or engineering technology, though many employers prefer a bachelor's degree. Washington has no single state-issued license for general technical specialists, so candidates build their credentials through vendor-neutral certifications like CompTIA A+, Network+, or Security+. Technical programs at Washington community colleges, including Bellevue College and South Seattle College, provide foundational training that Washington employers recognize.

Which companies hire technical specialists in Washington?

Employers hiring technical specialists in Washington right now include Thermo Fisher Scientific, PACCAR, and Zenoti, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of September 2026. Washington's dense concentration of technology headquarters and aerospace manufacturing facilities keeps demand for technical specialists consistently active throughout the year.

Which Washington cities have the most technical specialist jobs?

The cities with the most technical specialist openings in Washington are Seattle, Olympia, and Redmond. Seattle and Bellevue dominate because they anchor the state's technology and cloud computing industries, while Redmond's role as the home of Microsoft's main campus draws a disproportionate share of IT and systems support roles to the Eastside corridor.

Are there remote technical specialist jobs in Washington?

Yes, but they're limited. Technical specialist work often involves hands-on hardware support, on-site systems configuration, or in-person end-user assistance, which keeps most roles tied to a physical location. About 40% of technical specialist openings tied to Washington are remote or hybrid as of September 2026, with remote opportunities most common in software support, IT helpdesk, and documentation-heavy specialist functions.

How can I get hired as a technical specialist in Washington with little or no experience?

The most realistic entry path is through an IT helpdesk or desktop support role, which Washington employers use as a pipeline for technical specialist positions. Microsoft, Boeing, and Amazon all run associate and early-career technical programs that consider candidates without direct specialist experience. Completing a CompTIA A+ certification and building hands-on experience through Washington community college labs or volunteer IT work strengthens any application considerably.

Where can I find and apply to technical specialist jobs in Washington?

You can find and apply to technical specialist jobs in Washington on Migrate Mate, which lists current Washington openings. Search the roles available, find the ones that match your experience and location, and apply directly to the employers posting them.

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