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US Department of the Air Force

$56K/yr

... logic, science, or subject-matter courses requiring substantial competence in college-level ... senior analysts. 3. Ability to perform extensive inquiry into basic data to discover facts or ...

Darbytek

Sr. Computer Vision Engineer

Austin, TX · On-site

$180K - $250K/yr

We are seeking a Full-time Sr Level Computer Vision Engineer to help provide expertise to our team ... At least a master's degree in computer science, Electrical Engineering, or a related field, with a ...

NABORS

Senior CAD Designer

Houston, TX

$97K - $104K/yr

The Senior CAD Designer is a key technical contributor within the Engineering team, responsible for ... data science and manufacturing, Nabors aims to innovate the future of energy and enable the ...

Orion180

Sr Predictive Modeling Scientist

Irving, TX · On-site

JOIN OUR TEAM AS A SENIOR PREDICTIVE MODELING SCIENTIST At Orion180, we believe the future of ... Master's degree in Statistics, Data Science, Mathematics, Computer Science, Actuarial Science, or a ...

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How much do senior computer scientist jobs pay per year?

As of Aug 3, 2026, the average yearly pay for senior computer scientist in Texas is $103,733.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $88,000.00 and $127,600.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Senior Computer Scientist vs Data Scientist?

AspectSenior Computer ScientistData Scientist
Required CredentialsBachelor's or Master's in Computer Science, PhD often preferredBachelor's or Master's in Data Science, Statistics, or related field
Work EnvironmentResearch labs, tech companies, academiaBusiness analytics, tech firms, finance, healthcare
Industry UsageResearch, development, algorithm designData analysis, predictive modeling, data visualization

While both roles require strong technical skills and a background in computer science or related fields, Senior Computer Scientists focus more on algorithm development and research, whereas Data Scientists specialize in analyzing data to inform business decisions. The roles often overlap in tech environments, but their core responsibilities differ based on their focus areas.

What are the most commonly searched types of Computer Scientist jobs in Texas? The most popular types of Computer Scientist jobs in Texas are:
Infographic showing various Senior Computer Scientist job openings in Texas as of July 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 74% Full Time, 15% Part Time, and 10% Contract. Highlights an 84% Physical, 3% Hybrid, and 13% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $103,733 per year, or $49.9 per hour.

LEAD COMPUTER SCIENTIST - LEAD ENGINEER - SR. COMPUTER SCIENTIST - LabVIEW Developer

SWRI

San Antonio, TX • On-site

Full-time

Re-posted 9 days ago

Job description

  • Collaborate with a team of data acquisition, instrumentation, and controls experts to develop, maintain, and deploy LabVIEW-based MoSAIC™ software solutions to support data acquisition, test system control, and automation for a wide variety of systems across a 300+ person labor.
  • Apply expertise in LabVIEW, NI Real-Time Operating Systems (RTOS), and associated NI hardware to streamline test cell operations, increase resource efficiency, and meet challenging R&D objectives.
  • Lead or contribute to all phases of system/software integration: Requirements Gathering and Analysis, System Design, Development, Integration and Testing, Acceptance, System Installation, Deployment, Maintenance, Troubleshooting, and Data Security.

  • Work in a team or independently to develop and support LabVIEW-based applications for controlling test articles in R&D testing environments.
  • The working environment will include office as well as laboratory/field assignments.
  • Capture user requirements, analyze needs, and refine software designs within time and cost constraints.
  • Provide software modifications, enhancements, and technical assessments as lab needs evolve.
  • Troubleshoot software, RTOS, instrumentation hardware (e.g., PXI, CompactRIO), sensors, and associated systems.
  • Engage in hands-on troubleshooting and fieldwork to ensure software and hardware align with project requirements.
  • Collaborate with engineers, technicians, and project stakeholders to deliver integrated solutions.
  • Primary job function is located at the SwRI main campus in San Antonio, Texas.
  • Travel required on an as-needed basis to conduct project work.

  • Requires a Bachelors degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Software Engineering, Computer Systems Engineering or similar Computer Science or engineering degree with related experience.
  • 7 - 12 years: Must have LabVIEW development experience and expertise.
  • Must have NI Certified LabVIEW Developer (CLD) certification, and, if none, must be willing and able to obtain CLD certification within 2 years of start of employment and CLA within 4 years.
  • Must have sufficient communication skills. Must possess project management experience, specifically regarding level of effort estimating and task planning & tracking.
  • Must have working knowledge of the following phases of system/software integration: Requirements Gathering and Analysis, System Design, Development, Integration and Testing, Acceptance, System Installation, Deployment, Maintenance, Troubleshooting, and Data Security.
  • A valid/clear driver's license is required.

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