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 roles69
Top employerJPMorganChase
Top cityColumbus, OH
Cities hiring19
Work type39% Hybrid
Top industryTechnology

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Booz Allen Hamilton
Software Quality Assurance Engineer
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Booz Allen Hamilton
New 4h ago
Software Quality Assurance Engineer
Booz Allen Hamilton
Dayton, Ohio
Cloud & DevOps
Cloud Engineering
DevOps
Solutions Engineering & Architecture
$62k - $141k/yr
On-Site
Bachelor's degree in engineering
10,000+

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Western Alliance Bank
Senior Software Engineer
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Western Alliance Bank
New 5h ago
Senior Software Engineer
Western Alliance Bank
Columbus, Ohio
Cloud & DevOps
Cloud Engineering
DevOps
Solutions Engineering & Architecture
Bachelor's degree
1,001-5,000

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HII
Radar Software Engineer - Jr/Mid/Sr
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HII
New 9h ago
Radar Software Engineer - Jr/Mid/Sr
HII
Wright-Patterson AFB, Ohio
Cloud Engineering
Solutions Engineering & Architecture
Technical Program Management
$78k - $168k/yr
Master's degree
10,000+

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LayerZero Power Systems INC
Senior Software Engineer
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LayerZero Power Systems INC
New 10h ago
Senior Software Engineer
LayerZero Power Systems INC
Aurora, Ohio
Business Development
Growth Marketing
Marketing
Master of Science

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JPMorganChase
Software Engineer II (Java/Fullstack/Cloud)
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JPMorganChase
New 11h ago
Software Engineer II (Java/Fullstack/Cloud)
JPMorganChase
Westerville, Ohio
Cloud Engineering
Solutions Engineering & Architecture
Technical Program Management
10,000+

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Software Developer Jobs by City in Ohio

Where Ohio roles are concentrated, by current openings.

Dayton
8 jobs
Cleveland
4 jobs
Beavercreek
4 jobs
Vandalia
2 jobs
Westerville
2 jobs
Mayfield Heights
2 jobs
Wright-Patterson AFB
2 jobs

Software Developer Job Market in Ohio

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

Who's Hiring

  • JPMorganChase
    JPMorganChase14
  • Speechify
    Speechify6
  • Booz Allen Hamilton
    Booz Allen Hamilton4
  • Worldpay
    Worldpay2
  • Aegis Ventures
    Aegis Ventures2

Top Industries Hiring

  • Technology & Software
  • Airlines

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, Speechify, and Booz Allen Hamilton, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of August 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, Cincinnati, 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 64% of software developer openings tied to Ohio are remote or hybrid as of August 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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