Software Engineer Jobs in Arkansas

Software Engineer jobs in Arkansas are concentrated in Little Rock, Fayetteville, and Bentonville, where employers across retail technology, defense contracting, and financial services maintain active engineering teams. Walmart's global tech division in Bentonville, Dillard's Technology in Little Rock, and defense contractor Raytheon Technologies draw engineers at every level from junior developer to principal engineer. The most in-demand specialties are full-stack web development, cloud infrastructure, and data engineering. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.

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Overview

Open roles100
Top employerWalmart
Top cityBentonville, AR
Cities hiring11
Work type50% On-site
Top industryRetail

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(USA) Staff, Software Engineer
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(USA) Staff, Software Engineer
Walmart
Bentonville, Arkansas
Business Strategy
Product Management
Project & Program Management
Project Management
$110k - $220k/yr
High school
10,000+

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(USA) Principal, Software Engineer, Information Security
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(USA) Principal, Software Engineer, Information Security
Walmart
Bentonville, Arkansas
IT Support
Project Management
Technical Program Management
$110k - $220k/yr
Bachelor's degree in information technology
10,000+

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Software Developer - Salesforce & Business Systems
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Software Developer - Salesforce & Business Systems
Connect Service Solutions LLC
Sheridan, Arkansas
Full-stack Engineering
Software Engineering
Technical Program Management
Salesforce Certification
201-500

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Software Engineer - Typescript/Node
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Software Engineer - Typescript/Node
Bally's Intralot
Little Rock, Arkansas
Backend Engineering
Full-stack Engineering
Software Engineering
$110k - $125k/yr
Hybrid
Bachelor of Science

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Software Engineer III - Full Stack
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Software Engineer III - Full Stack
Walmart
Bentonville, Arkansas
Administrative & Office Support
Business Operations
Project Management
$90k - $180k/yr
On-Site
High school
10,000+

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Software Engineer Jobs by City in Arkansas

Where Arkansas roles are concentrated, by current openings.

Bentonville
76 jobs
Little Rock
10 jobs
Conway
3 jobs
Fort Smith
3 jobs
Mena
1 job
Camden
1 job
Osceola
1 job
Maumelle
1 job
Sheridan
1 job

Software Engineer Job Market in Arkansas

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

Who's Hiring

  • Walmart73
  • ArcBest3
  • CVS Health3
  • Bally's Intralot3
  • Molex2

Top Industries Hiring

  • Retail
  • Technology & Software

What Arkansas Employers Look For

The qualifications that appear most often in software engineer jobs across Arkansas.

  • Bachelor's degree in computer science, software engineering, or a related technical field
  • Proficiency in one or more languages such as Java, Python, JavaScript, or C++
  • Experience with cloud platforms including AWS, Azure, or Google Cloud
  • Familiarity with agile development methodologies and version control tools like Git
  • Strong understanding of software development lifecycles, testing practices, and deployment pipelines
  • Ability to collaborate across cross-functional teams including product, design, and data

Software Engineer Jobs in Arkansas: Frequently Asked Questions

How do you become a software engineer in Arkansas?

Software engineering in Arkansas has no state-issued license or registration requirement, so the path runs through education and employer credentialing. Most Arkansas employers expect a bachelor's degree in computer science, software engineering, or information systems from an institution such as the University of Arkansas, Arkansas Tech University, or UALR. Candidates without a four-year degree can qualify through an accredited coding bootcamp, an associate degree, or a strong portfolio demonstrating hands-on project work.

How much do software engineers make in Arkansas?

Software engineers in Arkansas earn a median of about $104,490 a year, based on May 2025 Bureau of Labor Statistics wage data, ranging from around $60,570 for the lowest 10% to over $162,380 for the top 10%. Pay rises with experience, specialty, and employer.

Which companies hire software engineers in Arkansas?

Employers hiring software engineers in Arkansas right now include Walmart, ArcBest, and CVS Health, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Arkansas's retail technology corridor anchored by Walmart's global tech headquarters in Bentonville generates consistent demand across full-stack, mobile, and enterprise systems engineering roles.

Which Arkansas cities have the most software engineer jobs?

Bentonville, Little Rock, and Conway have the most software engineer openings in Arkansas. Little Rock's concentration of state government agencies, financial institutions, and regional healthcare systems drives demand there, while Bentonville and Fayetteville benefit from Walmart's technology division and a growing cluster of retail-tech vendors and defense contractors that have established offices in the northwest Arkansas corridor.

Are there remote software engineer jobs in Arkansas?

Yes, and more than most fields. About 50% of software engineer openings tied to Arkansas are remote or hybrid as of November 2026, reflecting how extensively the discipline has shifted to distributed work. Roles focused on cloud infrastructure, backend development, and data engineering tend to be the most fully remote, while positions requiring on-site collaboration with hardware teams or government-cleared facilities are more likely to require in-person attendance.

How can I get hired as a software engineer in Arkansas with little or no experience?

The most realistic entry path is landing a junior developer or associate software engineer role through an internship or new-graduate program. Walmart's technology division in Bentonville and Dillard's Technology in Little Rock both run structured internship pipelines that frequently convert to full-time positions. Arkansas Tech University and the University of Arkansas maintain recruiting partnerships with regional employers that prioritize their graduates. Candidates transitioning from adjacent roles such as IT support, QA analyst, or data analyst can strengthen their case with a portfolio of personal or open-source projects demonstrating applied coding skills.

Where can I find and apply to software engineer jobs in Arkansas?

You can find and apply to software engineer jobs in Arkansas on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings across the state. Find roles that match your experience and specialization, then apply directly to each one.

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