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Olivia McClure Olivia McClure
Published on March 03, 2026

What It’s Like Working on BAE Systems’ AI-Powered Military Tech

BAE Systems technologists are leveraging AI and immersive virtual environments to redefine military training — and unlock mission-driven careers for life.

Ashley Brownridge Ashley Brownridge
Updated on March 02, 2026

Akave Launches Cloud Offering With $6.65M in Funding

The company offers a compute-agnostic storage solution that grants enterprises increased control over their data.

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Mia Goulart Mia Goulart
Updated on February 27, 2026

6 Companies With Great Work-Life Balance Hiring Software Engineers in Austin

Beyond the festivals and food trucks lies one of the fastest-growing tech hubs in the country, where many companies have placed greater emphasis on how work fits into life.

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Mia Goulart Mia Goulart
Updated on February 25, 2026

SAM Companies Acquires Inland Geodetics

The acquisition enhances SAM’s ability to support infrastructure initiatives across water, transportation and public sector markets.

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Rose Velazquez Rose Velazquez
Updated on February 18, 2026

TheZebra.com Hires Former Google Product Leader as Chief AI Officer

Daniel Herrington will oversee the Austin-based company’s use of artificial intelligence to streamline insurance shopping.

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Ashley Brownridge Ashley Brownridge
Updated on February 12, 2026

Humanoid Robotics Company Apptronik Raises $520M Series A-X Extension

The round totals the company’s venture capital at nearly $1 billion to date from investors like Mercedes-Benz and Google.

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Olivia McClure Olivia McClure
Updated on February 12, 2026

Arrive Logistics’ “Fast and Fair” Hiring Process: What Candidates Can Expect

Sales and talent leaders share what they look for in top candidates, how the two-step interview works, and how recruiters support applicants from phone screen to offer.

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Taylor Rose Taylor Rose
Updated on February 06, 2026

What Real Career Development Looks Like at These Growing Companies

See how upskilling, learning programs and clear promotion frameworks help employees at AlertMedia, Grocery TV and Arrive Logistics grow with confidence. 

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Updated on February 04, 2026

9 Lead Generation Companies in Austin to Know

These companies are on a mission to innovate how sales teams identify and connect with high-intent prospects.

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Ashley Brownridge Ashley Brownridge
Updated on February 02, 2026

Space Tech Company CesiumAstro Scales With $470M in Funding

The capital will help the company expand its global team and build out a new headquarters office.

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