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Director Software Development Jobs in Texas (NOW HIRING)

Software Development Manager

Houston, TX · Hybrid

$117K - $155K/yr

Overview The Tyndale Company is seeking a Software Development Manager to join our dynamic IT department! The purpose of this position is to guide the design and implementation of the most stable ...

Software Development Manager

Richardson, TX · On-site

$112K - $148K/yr

JOB SUMMARY The Development Manager provides technical and delivery leadership for an assigned product line, driving execution across the full Software Development Lifecycle (SDLC). This role builds ...

The Senior Director will drive modernization, cloud transformation, automation, cross-platform ... Champion GenAI-assisted engineering practicesto improve development velocity, code quality, testing ...

The Senior Director will drive modernization, cloud transformation, automation, cross-platform ... Champion GenAI-assisted engineering practicesto improve development velocity, code quality, testing ...

Sr. Director, Software Engineering

Austin, TX · On-site

$250K/yr

Champion GenAI-assisted engineering practices to improve development velocity, code quality ... Significant experience leading software engineering, platform engineering, or technology delivery ...

Senior Director, Software Engineering

Austin, TX · On-site

$250K/yr

The Senior Director of Software Engineering will lead the Funding & Payments engineering team ... Own hiring, calibration, and career development for a team operating in an expanding domain

Senior Director, Software Engineering

Plano, TX · On-site

$243K/yr

The Senior Director of Software Engineering will lead the Funding & Payments engineering team ... Own hiring, calibration, and career development for a team operating in an expanding domain

Manager of Software Development

Houston, TX · On-site

$117K - $155K/yr

Oversee the full software development lifecycle, from planning through delivery * Step in to ... Direct Hire - Must be authorized to work in the United States now and in the future without ...

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Director Software Development information

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$165.8K

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How much do director software development jobs pay per year?

As of Sep 10, 2026, the average yearly pay for director software development in Texas is $165,815.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $142,500.00 and $192,400.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Director Software Development vs Software Engineering Manager?

AspectDirector Software DevelopmentSoftware Engineering Manager
ResponsibilitiesOversees multiple teams, strategic planning, and long-term goalsManages day-to-day team operations, project delivery, and technical guidance
FocusHigh-level leadership, cross-team coordination, and business alignmentTeam management, technical mentorship, and project execution
Required CredentialsBachelor’s or Master’s in CS or related, extensive experience, leadership skillsBachelor’s or Master’s in CS or related, strong technical background, leadership experience

The main difference is that the Director Software Development focuses on strategic leadership and overseeing multiple teams, while the Software Engineering Manager concentrates on managing individual teams and project execution. Both roles require technical expertise and leadership skills, but the director role involves broader organizational responsibilities.

What are the most commonly searched types of Software Development jobs in Texas?

The most popular types of Software Development jobs in Texas are:

What cities in Texas are hiring for Director Software Development jobs?

Cities in Texas with the most Director Software Development job openings:

Infographic showing various Director Software Development job openings in Texas as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 84% Full Time, 13% Part Time, and 2% Contract. Highlights an 89% Physical, 3% Hybrid, and 8% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $165,815 per year, or $79.7 per hour.

Software Development Manager

Houston, TX • Hybrid

Tyndale
Veterinary Services • 501 - 1,000 employees

$117K - $155K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Retirement, PTO

Re-posted 10 days ago


Key responsibilities

  • Lead, coach, and develop a team of software developers and supporting contractors.

  • Manage team capacity, assignments, priorities, and day-to-day execution.

  • Lead or support Agile planning, backlog refinement, sprint planning, and project status communication.


Job description

Overview

The Tyndale Company is seeking a Software Development Manager to join our dynamic IT department! The purpose of this position is to guide the design and implementation of the most stable, effective IT systems for the company's current and future needs. Coach and support the development team and contractors to create and maintain enterprise applications and systems that meets the service level agreement requirements of the business and supports the applications and solutions required to operate day-to-day.

HYBRID/REMOTE: Tyndale supports a strong work-life balance. This opportunity requires onsite work a minimum of 2 days per week, and 3 days per week remotely. To be considered, candidates must reside within a commutable distance from our corporate headquarters in Pipersville, PA (Bucks County) or our location in Houston, TX (City Centre).

About Tyndale 

The Tyndale Company is a private, 9x Top Workplace winner in PA and 5x winner in TX, and an industry leading national supplier of arc-rated flame-resistant clothing (FRC) to the energy sector - including utilities, oil and gas, transportation, chemical manufacturing, and NFPA 70E markets. We're a family-owned business providing a retail-style apparel experience to hundreds of thousands of energy workers across the US and Canada. We're the leading distributor of innovative FRC solutions, and the largest industrial supplier of Carhartt FR, Ariat FR, and Wrangler FR clothing.

Responsibilities
  • Lead, coach, and develop a team of software developers and supporting contractors. Conduct regular one-on-ones, provide timely feedback, support career development, identify skill gaps, and help create a high-accountability, collaborative engineering culture.
  • Manage team capacity, assignments, priorities, and day-to-day execution. Support hiring, onboarding, performance management, and contractor/vendor coordination as needed.
  • Lead or support Agile planning, backlog refinement, sprint planning, release planning, dependency management, and project status communication. Ensure work is delivered with appropriate quality, documentation, testing, and operational readiness.
  • Embed security, testing, and reliability into the software development lifecycle. Ensure appropriate use of secure coding practices, automated testing, dependency/vulnerability management, access controls, secrets management, and production-readiness reviews.
  • Support applications operating in hybrid cloud and on-premises environments. Work with infrastructure, security, and operations teams to ensure development practices align with deployment, monitoring, backup, recovery, performance, and support requirements.
  • Support modernization of legacy applications, integrations, development workflows, and technical documentation. Guide responsible use of AI-assisted development tools while maintaining code quality, security, and review standards.
Qualifications
  • Bachelor's degree in information technology or computer science required; equivalent experience demonstrating comparable knowledge, skills, and abilities in the relevant functional area may be considered in lieu of a directly related degree
  • Minimum of 7 years of professional software development or software engineering experience.
  • Minimum of 2 years leading, mentoring, or managing software developers, either as a formal people manager, development lead, or technical lead.
  • Strong experience with C#, .NET, and .NET Core application development.
  • Experience communicating scope, requirements, risks, timelines, and tradeoffs to stakeholders across the organization.
  • Strong coaching, communication, prioritization, problem-solving, and conflict-resolution skills.

 

Benefits

  • Health & Wellness: Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance with competitive premiums. Paid parental leave. Mental health support through an EAP and partial reimbursement on copays, fertility support, and robust wellness programs with annual reimbursements.
  • Work-Life Balance: Many positions with Tyndale offer hybrid onsite + remote work schedules, generous PTO, paid holidays + a floating holiday, and more.
  • Financial Compensation: Competitive salary, 401(k) with matching, and bonus opportunities.
  • Career Growth & Development: Training/certification/tuition reimbursement programs and demonstrated paths for knowledge share and internal promotion opportunity.
  • Culture & Perks: Family-owned values, award winning culture, team-engagement events, casual dress code, company-sponsored charitable events and activities, and an inclusive workplace that values collaboration and integrity.

 

Qualified candidates are encouraged to apply on our website, www.tyndaleusa.com/careers.

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