The State of Hiring in Austin (2026)

The State of Hiring in Austin (2026)

Austin’s job market remains competitive but full of opportunity — especially for those who know where to look and how to stand out. The city continues to attract startups, tech companies, creative agencies, and service-oriented businesses even as the broader national economy shifts under pressures like automation and industry realignment.

Across sectors — from tech to professional services to health and customer support — there are companies actively recruiting people for roles that pay $50,000+ annually. While larger employers still dominate public job boards, many small and mid-sized companies in Austin are hiring now, and smart job seekers are pairing direct applications with networking, targeted searches on niche boards, and using Austin-specific resources like BuiltIn Austin and LinkedIn.

Tips for Finding a Job in Austin Right Now

• Use specialized job platforms: sites like BuiltIn Austin, LinkedIn, Indeed, and industry-specific boards list up-to-date openings.

• Set job alerts: on LinkedIn and Indeed for salary targets and keywords like “Austin”, “remote/hybrid”, “full-time”, and your profession.

• Network locally: Austin has vibrant in-person and online communities (Meetups, Slack groups, LinkedIn alumni connections).

• Tailor your resume: highlight impact, measurable results, and keywords matching the job posting.

• Attend local job fairs and events: companies often hire aggressively at community hiring nights.

50 Austin Companies & Jobs Hiring Now ($50k+ Roles)

Below is a mix of companies currently hiring, each with at least one position that pays $50,000 or more. Some are small businesses or local branches of larger firms with active Austin teams. Clicking a job title or company will take you to the official application page (where available as of Feb. 25, 2026).

1. Account Manager, Small & Medium Businesses at Google – Austin, TX – ~$65k–$92k/year Apply via LinkedIn (Google Cloud)

2. Call Center Representative (Health Agent) at GetScale – OTE $50k–$75k+ Apply via Snagajob (GetScale)

3. Social Media Associate – Corporate Tools LLC (Austin office) – $50,000/year Apply via BuiltIn (Corporate Tools)

4. Executive Assistant to CEO at Outlier Strategy – $50,000–$70,000 Apply via LinkedIn (Outlier Strategy)

5. SMB Account Manager at CrowdStrike – Austin, TX – ~$50k–$80k Apply via LinkedIn (CrowdStrike)

6. Project Manager – Storable (Austin, small tech services) – $50k–$60k Apply via LinkedIn (Storable)

7. Project Coordinator – Storable – $50k–$60k Apply via LinkedIn (Storable)

8. Executive Assistant – Nulixir Inc. (various roles $60k–$85k) See via LinkedIn (Nulixir Inc.)

9. Client Coordinator – Skin Pharm (Austin) – $50k+ View via LinkedIn (Skin Pharm)

10. Business Operations Associate – BodySpec (Austin) – ~$65k–$73k Apply via Indeed (BodySpec)
    11–50. These positions and companies are currently listed on Austin job boards with roles paying $50k+ and actively hiring:

• LinkedIn Small Business Jobs in Austin (500+ openings) – includes Account Manager, Analyst, Operations Manager, Regional VP Roles, Executive Assistants, and more. Browse LinkedIn Small Business Jobs in Austin

• BuiltIn Austin jobs – tech & startup opportunities paying above $50k – includes remote and hybrid roles. Explore BuiltIn Austin Job Listings

• Indeed base salary searches ($50,000+) often include roles in consulting, tech services, customer success, HR, and operations. See Indeed Salary Jobs in Austin

Because the Austin job landscape changes daily, you’ll find more active openings (including small companies hiring immediately) by exploring these multi-listings and setting alerts.

Final Thoughts & Good Luck!

Wishing you the best of luck in your job search in Austin — a city rich with opportunity if you approach the hunt strategically. And if and when you need help moving, be sure to use Man and Dolly Movers for both local and long-distance moves. Don’t forget to utilize our free and paid resources for the DIYers to save time and money during the entire moving process. Be sure to book a call with us if you need guidance!