Senior Database Reliability Engineer Jobs in Iowa

Senior Database Reliability Engineer jobs in Iowa are open across Des Moines, Iowa City, and Cedar Rapids and other Iowa metros, with employers like The University of Iowa, University of Iowa, and Suffolk Construction hiring at every experience level. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.

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Overview

Open roles217+
Top employerThe University of Iowa
Top cityDes Moines, IA
Cities hiring35
Work type89% On-site
Top industryEducation

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Collabera
Senior Reliability Engineer - Data Analytics
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Collabera
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Senior Reliability Engineer - Data Analytics
Collabera
Urbandale, Iowa
Data Science & Analytics
Data Science
Data Analytics
On-Site
Bachelor's

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BHE Renewables
Senior Engineer – Substation Operations
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Senior Engineer – Substation Operations
BHE Renewables
Des Moines, Iowa
Specialized Engineering
Electrical Engineering
Project & Program Management
Engineering (Non-Software)
Project Management
On-Site
Bachelor's
2-10

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IFF
Senior Engineer
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Senior Engineer
IFF
Cedar Rapids, Iowa
Specialized Engineering
Industrial & Manufacturing Engineering
Project & Program Management
Engineering (Non-Software)
Chemical Engineering
Manufacturing Engineering
Project Management
On-Site
Bachelor's
10,000+

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The University of Iowa
Senior Engineering Associate
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The University of Iowa
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Senior Engineering Associate
The University of Iowa
Iowa City, Iowa
Specialized Engineering
Healthcare Administration
Human Resources
Project & Program Management
Engineering (Non-Software)
Project Management
On-Site
Master's
10,000+

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Ryan Companies US, Inc.
Senior Preconstruction Engineer
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Ryan Companies US, Inc.
Added 5d ago
Senior Preconstruction Engineer
Ryan Companies US, Inc.
Cedar Rapids, Iowa
Construction Management
Project & Program Management
Project Management
On-Site
Bachelor's
1,001-5,000

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Senior Database Reliability Engineer Jobs by City in Iowa

Where Iowa roles are concentrated, by current openings.

Des Moines
59 jobs
Iowa City
43 jobs
Cedar Rapids
28 jobs
West Des Moines
17 jobs
Davenport
10 jobs
Coralville
7 jobs
Cedar Falls
5 jobs
Ankeny
4 jobs
Charles City
3 jobs

Senior Database Reliability Engineer Job Market in Iowa

A snapshot from current Iowa openings, updated as new roles post.

Who's Hiring

  • The University of Iowa
    The University of Iowa28
  • University of Iowa
    University of Iowa12
  • Suffolk Construction
    Suffolk Construction11
  • CVS Health
    CVS Health10
  • Trinity Health
    Trinity Health8

Top Industries Hiring

  • Education41
  • Construction & Real Estate23
  • Healthcare & Medical Services23
  • Consulting & Professional Services22
  • Biotechnology & Pharmaceuticals11

What Iowa Employers Look For

The qualifications that appear most often in senior database reliability engineer jobs across Iowa.

  • 5 or more years of experience managing production relational or distributed database systems
  • Deep expertise in at least one major database engine such as PostgreSQL, MySQL, or Oracle
  • Proficiency with database observability tools including Datadog, Prometheus, or equivalent
  • Experience designing and testing backup, replication, and disaster recovery strategies
  • Ability to write and optimize complex SQL queries and tune execution plans
  • Familiarity with infrastructure-as-code tools such as Terraform or Ansible for database provisioning

Senior Database Reliability Engineer Jobs in Iowa: Frequently Asked Questions

How many senior database reliability engineer jobs are there in Iowa?

There are 217+ senior database reliability engineer openings in Iowa on Migrate Mate as of June 2026, with the most roles in Des Moines, Iowa City, and Cedar Rapids. New positions post regularly as employers across Iowa hire.

How much do senior database reliability engineers make in Iowa?

Senior database reliability engineers in Iowa earn a median of about $101,210 a year, based on May 2025 Bureau of Labor Statistics wage data, ranging from around $58,440 for the lowest 10% to over $156,540 for the top 10%. Pay rises with experience, specialty, and employer.

Which Iowa cities have the most senior database reliability engineer jobs?

Des Moines, Iowa City, and Cedar Rapids have the most senior database reliability engineer openings in Iowa right now, with additional roles spread across smaller metros statewide.

Which companies hire senior database reliability engineers in Iowa?

Employers hiring senior database reliability engineers in Iowa include The University of Iowa, University of Iowa, and Suffolk Construction, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of June 2026.

Are there remote senior database reliability engineer jobs in Iowa?

Yes. About 11% of senior database reliability 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 database reliability engineer jobs in Iowa?

You can apply to senior database reliability 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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