Software Engineer Jobs in Iowa

Software Engineer jobs in Iowa are available now at employers like Collins Aerospace, CVS Health, and Jack Henry & Associates and other employers across Cedar Rapids, Des Moines, and Davenport and other Iowa metros, from entry level to senior. See the openings below and apply to the ones that match your experience.

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Overview

Open roles111+
Top employerCollins Aerospace
Top cityCedar Rapids, IA
Cities hiring22
Work type81% On-site
Top industryAerospace

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TekWissen ®
Robotics Software Engineer
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Robotics Software Engineer
TekWissen ®
Ankeny, Iowa
On-Site
Bachelor's

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Speechify
Software Engineer, Platform
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Software Engineer, Platform
Speechify
Des Moines, Iowa
Software Engineering
Cloud & DevOps
Backend Engineering
Cloud Engineering
$140k - $200k/yr
Remote (US)
None

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Global Connect Technologies
Embedded Software Engineer
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Embedded Software Engineer
Global Connect Technologies
Iowa City, Iowa
Software Engineering
Embedded Systems Engineering
Backend Engineering
On-Site
Bachelor's

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Optum
Software Engineer
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Software Engineer
Optum
Waterloo, Iowa
Remote (US)
Bachelor's
10,000+

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HealthPlanOne
Lead Software Engineer
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Lead Software Engineer
HealthPlanOne
Des Moines, Iowa
Software Engineering
Cloud & DevOps
Technical Product & Program Management
Backend Engineering
Cloud Engineering
Technical Program Management
On-Site
Bachelor's
1,001-5,000

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Software Engineer Jobs by City in Iowa

Where Iowa roles are concentrated, by current openings.

Davenport
9 jobs
West Des Moines
7 jobs
Cedar Falls
5 jobs
Waterloo
4 jobs
Iowa City
4 jobs
Johnston
3 jobs
Fort Dodge
3 jobs

Software Engineer Job Market in Iowa

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

Who's Hiring

  • Collins Aerospace
    Collins Aerospace32
  • CVS Health
    CVS Health5
  • Jack Henry & Associates
    Jack Henry & Associates5
  • Principal Financial
    Principal Financial5
  • Deloitte
    Deloitte4

Top Industries Hiring

  • Aerospace & Defense32
  • Technology & Software17
  • Insurance10
  • Consulting & Professional Services7
  • Manufacturing6

What Iowa Employers Look For

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

  • Proficiency in one or more languages such as Python, Java, Go, or TypeScript
  • Experience designing and consuming RESTful or GraphQL APIs
  • Familiarity with cloud platforms including AWS, Azure, or Google Cloud
  • Strong command of data structures, algorithms, and system design fundamentals
  • Experience working in agile or scrum development environments
  • Bachelor's degree in computer science, software engineering, or a related field, or equivalent practical experience

Software Engineer Jobs in Iowa: Frequently Asked Questions

How many software engineer jobs are there in Iowa?

There are 111+ software engineer openings in Iowa on Migrate Mate as of June 2026, with the most roles in Cedar Rapids, Des Moines, and Davenport. New positions post regularly as employers across Iowa hire.

How much do software engineers make in Iowa?

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 software engineer jobs?

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

Which companies hire software engineers in Iowa?

Iowa software engineer roles are posted by Collins Aerospace, CVS Health, and Jack Henry & Associates and others right now, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of June 2026.

Are there remote software engineer jobs in Iowa?

Yes. About 19% of 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 software engineer jobs in Iowa?

You can apply to 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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