Senior C Software Engineer Jobs in Iowa
Senior C Software Engineer jobs in Iowa are open across Iowa City, Ames, and Des Moines and other Iowa metros, with employers like The University of Iowa, Nordstrom, and ABB Installation Products hiring at every experience level. See the openings below and apply to the ones that match your experience.
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Job Description
Schedule - C Shift: Saturday-Monday, 6:00AM-6:00PM
The Operations Manager is a seasoned leader with several years of experience leading and developing teams in support of the business strategy in processes, policies, and procedures. The Operations Manager is responsible to deliver on overall customer promise, driving results through coaching, performance management, and monitoring results. This role will meet financial standards by providing annual budget information, monitoring expenditures, identifying variances, and implementing corrective actions.
A day in the life…
- Support the business strategy or driving results for overall safety, quality and performance
- Lead, develop, and grow the performance of a team of about 20 employees
- Recruiting, selecting, onboarding, and training the right resources
- Drive warehouse associates results by coaching, counseling, and disciplining employees; planning, monitoring, and provides feedback on job performance
- Drive professional and technical knowledge by attending educational workshops; reviewing professional publications; establishing personal networks; participating in professional societies
- Own process improvement efforts through problem-solving, project management, and continuous improvement methodologies
- Meet warehouse financial standards by providing annual budget information; monitoring expenditures; identifying variances; implementing corrective actions
- Drive KPI metrics as well as 4DX and facility performance scorecards
You own this if you have…
- 5+ years of warehouse experience in a managerial role
- Proven capability in identifying and implementing CI actions that deliver measurable improvements to cost, service and quality
- Demonstrated capabilities in developing others and growing leadership competencies in their direct reports
- Strong knowledge of warehousing Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)
- Hands on experience with warehouse management software and databases
- Ability to analyze data and determine actions based on improvement opportunities
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Pay Range Details
The pay range(s) below has been provided in compliance with state specific laws. Pay ranges may be different for other locations.
Pay offers are dependent on the location, as well as job-related knowledge, skills, and experience.
We’ve got you covered…
Our employees are our most important asset and that’s reflected in our benefits. Nordstrom is proud to offer a variety of benefits to support employees and their families, including:
- Medical/Vision, Dental, Retirement and Paid Time Away
- Life Insurance and Disability
- Merchandise Discount and EAP Resources
A few more important points...
The job posting highlights the most critical responsibilities and requirements of the job. It’s not all-inclusive. There may be additional duties, responsibilities and qualifications for this job.
For Los Angeles or San Francisco applicants: Nordstrom is required to inform you that we conduct background checks after conditional offer and consider qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with legal requirements per Los Angeles, Cal. Muni. Code 189.04 and the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance. For additional state and location specific notices, please refer to the Legal Notices document within the FAQ section of the Nordstrom Careers site.
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Senior C Software Engineer Job Market in Iowa
A snapshot from current Iowa openings, updated as new roles post.
Who's Hiring
- The University of Iowa2

- Nordstrom1

- ABB Installation Products1A
- Nationwide Mutual Insurance Company1

Top Industries Hiring
- Education2
- Retail1
- Insurance1
What Iowa Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in senior C software engineer jobs across Iowa.
- 5 or more years of professional C programming experience in production environments
- Deep knowledge of memory management, pointers, and manual resource allocation
- Experience with POSIX systems, Linux kernel interfaces, or RTOS platforms
- Proficiency debugging with tools such as GDB, Valgrind, or AddressSanitizer
- Familiarity with cross-compilation toolchains and embedded or low-level hardware targets
- Bachelor's degree in computer science, electrical engineering, or a related technical field
Senior C Software Engineer Jobs in Iowa: Frequently Asked Questions
How many senior C software engineer jobs are there in Iowa?
There are 5+ senior C software engineer openings in Iowa on Migrate Mate as of June 2026, with the most roles in Iowa City, Ames, and Des Moines. New positions post regularly as employers across Iowa hire.
How much do senior C software engineers make in Iowa?
Senior C software engineers in Iowa earn a median of about $114,890 a year, based on May 2025 Bureau of Labor Statistics wage data, ranging from around $74,390 for the lowest 10% to over $165,880 for the top 10%. Pay rises with experience, specialty, and employer.
Which Iowa cities have the most senior C software engineer jobs?
Iowa City, Ames, and Des Moines have the most senior C software engineer openings in Iowa right now, with additional roles spread across smaller metros statewide.
Which companies hire senior C software engineers in Iowa?
Companies currently hiring senior C software engineers in Iowa include The University of Iowa, Nordstrom, and ABB Installation Products, per current listings on Migrate Mate as of June 2026.
Are there remote senior C software engineer jobs in Iowa?
Yes. About 100% of senior C software engineer openings tied to Iowa are remote or hybrid as of June 2026. The rest are on-site roles based in Iowa metros.
How do I apply for senior C software engineer jobs in Iowa?
You can apply to senior C software engineer jobs in Iowa directly on Migrate Mate. Search the listings above, find roles that match your experience and preferred Iowa location, then apply to each one that fits.
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