Software Developer Jobs in Ohio

Software Developer jobs in Ohio are in strong demand, concentrated in financial technology, healthcare IT, manufacturing software, and enterprise software services, with openings at every level from entry-level developers through principal and staff engineers. Columbus, Cleveland, and Cincinnati are the primary hiring hubs, home to major employers like Nationwide, Progressive, and NCR Voyix that maintain large, established technology footprints in the state. Cloud-native development, full-stack engineering, and DevOps are the specialties drawing the most consistent interest from Ohio hiring teams. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.

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Overview

Open roles95
Top employerJPMorganChase
Top cityColumbus, OH
Cities hiring20
Work type50% Hybrid
Top industryTechnology

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PNC Financial Services Group
Software Engineer Lead-Application Support/Payment Processing
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PNC Financial Services Group
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Software Engineer Lead-Application Support/Payment Processing
PNC Financial Services Group
Miamisburg, Ohio
Account Management
Customer Service
Customer Support
$95k - $158k/yr
Bachelor's degree
10,000+

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JPMorganChase
Oracle HCM Cloud Software Engineer III
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Oracle HCM Cloud Software Engineer III
JPMorganChase
Columbus, Ohio
Customer Service
Customer Success
Technical Program Management
10,000+

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JPMorganChase
Software Engineer lll - Senior Databricks/Spark/AWS Data Engineer
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Software Engineer lll - Senior Databricks/Spark/AWS Data Engineer
JPMorganChase
Columbus, Ohio
Customer Service
Customer Success
Technical Program Management
10,000+

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JPMorganChase
MAP 603 Lead Software Engineer
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MAP 603 Lead Software Engineer
JPMorganChase
Columbus, Ohio
Manufacturing Operations
Project Management
Quality Control
10,000+

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Nask Incorporated
C++ Software Development Engineer
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Nask Incorporated
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C++ Software Development Engineer
Nask Incorporated
Beavercreek, Ohio
Backend Engineering
Full-stack Engineering
Software Engineering
Bachelor of Science

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Software Developer Jobs by City in Ohio

Where Ohio roles are concentrated, by current openings.

Beavercreek
11 jobs
Dayton
9 jobs
Fairborn
5 jobs
Cincinnati
5 jobs
Wright-Patterson AFB
3 jobs
Hudson
2 jobs
Westerville
2 jobs
Solon
1 job

Software Developer Job Market in Ohio

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

Who's Hiring

  • JPMorganChase
    JPMorganChase33
  • Northrop Grumman
    Northrop Grumman3
  • Altamira Technologies
    Altamira Technologies3
  • MTSI
    MTSI2
  • KeyBank
    KeyBank2

Top Industries Hiring

  • Technology & Software
  • Distribution & Wholesale
  • Banking & Financial Services

What Ohio Employers Look For

The qualifications that appear most often in software developer jobs across Ohio.

  • Bachelor's degree in computer science, software engineering, or a related technical field
  • Proficiency in one or more languages such as Java, Python, C#, or JavaScript
  • Experience with cloud platforms including AWS, Azure, or Google Cloud
  • Familiarity with agile development methodologies and version control using Git
  • Ability to design, build, and maintain APIs and microservices architectures
  • Strong collaboration and communication skills for cross-functional Ohio-based teams

Software Developer Jobs in Ohio: Frequently Asked Questions

How do you become a software developer in Ohio?

Software development in Ohio requires no state-issued license or registration, so the path centers on education and demonstrated skill. Most Ohio employers expect at minimum a bachelor's degree in computer science, software engineering, or information systems, though strong candidates with associate degrees and portfolio projects do get hired. Ohio has a deep network of four-year programs at institutions like Ohio State, Case Western Reserve, and the University of Cincinnati that feed directly into the state's tech employers.

How much do software developers make in Ohio?

Software developers in Ohio earn a median of about $114,090 a year, based on May 2025 Bureau of Labor Statistics wage data, ranging from around $77,790 for the lowest 10% to over $168,400 for the top 10%. Pay rises with experience, specialty, and employer.

Which companies hire software developers in Ohio?

Employers hiring software developers in Ohio right now include JPMorganChase, Northrop Grumman, and Altamira Technologies, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of September 2026. Ohio's mix of insurance and financial services headquarters, large hospital systems, and manufacturing companies means software developer hiring is distributed across industries rather than concentrated in a single sector.

Which Ohio cities have the most software developer jobs?

Columbus, Beavercreek, and Dayton have the most software developer openings in Ohio. Columbus leads because of its dense concentration of insurance, financial services, and retail technology headquarters, while Cleveland and Cincinnati contribute strong demand from healthcare systems, manufacturing technology, and regional financial firms that anchor those metros.

Are there remote software developer jobs in Ohio?

Yes, and more than most fields. About 73% of software developer openings tied to Ohio are remote or hybrid as of September 2026, reflecting how naturally the work translates to distributed teams. Backend development, cloud infrastructure, and data engineering roles tend to carry the most remote flexibility, while roles requiring on-site collaboration with product or operations teams lean hybrid.

How can I get hired as a software developer in Ohio with little or no experience?

The most realistic entry path is landing a junior developer or associate software engineer role through an Ohio employer's new-graduate hiring pipeline. Companies like Nationwide, Progressive, and Huntington Bancshares run formal early-career technology programs that target candidates without prior professional experience. Building a portfolio of GitHub projects, completing an Ohio-based coding bootcamp, or earning a cloud certification from AWS or Google can help a resume clear automated screens before experience becomes the deciding factor.

Where can I find and apply to software developer jobs in Ohio?

You can find and apply to software developer jobs in Ohio on Migrate Mate, which lists current Ohio openings across Columbus, Cleveland, Cincinnati, and the rest of the state. Find roles that fit your skills and experience level and apply directly.

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