Make nearly $390,000 a year in Texas totally working from home; 10 jobs that pay the most

The median salary for a Texas state government employee is about $50,000 a year, but that doesn’t mean you can’t make a whole lot more money if you have the chops.

Here are some of the highest-paying remote or hybrid jobs currently being advertised by Texas state agencies, according to postings on the state Workforce Solutions Office website. Each job differs in required experience, education and certifications.

Software Development and Engineering Lead senior manager: $215,000-$269,000 a year

• Company: Charles Schwab & Company LLC

• Work type: Remote

This position collaborates with business, operations and technology partners on delivering system integration and process improvement. Other duties include developing best business practices, leading initiatives and presenting detailed documents. The job posting closes on July 17.

Digital Tech Program Group Manager: $207,000-$223,000 a year

• Company: Citibank

• Work type: Hybrid in Irving

This position develops solutions for the company’s digital banking platform. Duties include working with software engineering teams on products, along with collaborating with other teams within the company such as legal and user experience. The job posting closes on July 19.

Director of Mergers: $200,000-$260,000 a year

• Company: Valtech Solutions, Inc.

• Work type: Hybrid in Plano

This position works to identify and vet mergers, acquisitions and transactions globally. Other duties include working closely with executives on strategies, delivering acquisition data to company leaders and building relationship with other teams. The job posting closes on July 1.

Software engineering manager: $191,000 a year

• Company: Cox Automotive Corporate Services

• Work type: Hybrid in Austin

This position is responsible for overseeing execution, strategy, governance and management of the company’s online platform. Duties include maintaining software within business and technology needs, along with designing and implementing program improvements. The job posting closes on July 31.

Senior Director for Enterprise Solutions: $187,000-$197,000 a year

• Company: SCSK USA Inc.

• Work type: Hybrid in Irving

This position manages software operations, which includes design and development. Duties include leading development projects for clients, supervising employees and controlling workflow. The job posting closes on July 18.

AI Container Platform Engineer: $186,000-$279,000 a year

• Company: Intel

• Work type: Remote

This position works in the development and optimizations of the company’s artificial intelligence infrastructure. Duties include working with team members on designs and builds, along with researching and implementing data solutions. The job posting is open now.

Industry Executive Advisor: $184,000-$390,000 a year

• Company: SAP

• Work type: Remote

This position plays a role in supporting the company’s North American business growth and development. Duties include providing industry perspective and solution advice, along with working with customers. The job posting is open now.

New Product Development Chemical Engineer: $178,000 a year

• Company: Entegris, Inc.

• Work type: Hybrid in Burnet

This position is a member of a new product introduction team with the advanced deposition materials group. Duties include supporting production projects, designing equipment processes and collaborating with the manufacturing team. The job posting closes on July 13.

Vice president of Marketing and Communications: $158,000-$220,000 a year

• Company: Gartner, Inc.

• Work type: Remote

This position leads a team of researchers on the company’s marketing and communications team. Other duties include supporting team members on research techniques, motivating staff and understanding key trends. The job posting is open now.

Security Specialist Leadership director: $155,000-$243,000 a year

• Company: Microsoft

• Work type: Remote

This position leads a team of security sales professionals. Duties include managing employees, helping execute sales, collaborating within the staff and sharing technical expertise. The job posting is open now.