Systems Programmer Jobs in Iowa

Systems Programmer jobs in Iowa are available now at employers like Collins Aerospace, Jack Henry & Associates, and Principal Financial and other employers across Cedar Rapids, Des Moines, and Cedar Falls 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 roles89
Top employerCollins Aerospace
Top cityCedar Rapids, IA
Cities hiring12
Work type82% On-site
Top industryAerospace

Showing 5 of 89+ Systems Programmer jobs

Accenture
Mainframe Application Programmer Assoc Manager
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Accenture
Added 1w ago
Mainframe Application Programmer Assoc Manager
Accenture
Des Moines, Iowa
$68k - $219k/yr
High School
10,000+

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Jack Henry & Associates
Install Programmer Analyst (Traveling)
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Jack Henry & Associates
Added 1w ago
Install Programmer Analyst (Traveling)
Jack Henry & Associates
Cedar Falls, Iowa
Software Engineering
Technical Product & Program Management
Associate's
5,001-10,000

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United States Bankruptcy Court - Southern District of Iowa
ProSecIT (Programmer, IT Security, IT Support)
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United States Bankruptcy Court - Southern District of Iowa
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ProSecIT (Programmer, IT Security, IT Support)
United States Bankruptcy Court - Southern District of Iowa
Des Moines, Iowa
$72k - $117k/yr
On-Site
Associate's

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Chubb
Programmer Analyst
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Chubb
Added 8mo ago
Programmer Analyst
Chubb
Johnston, Iowa
Software Engineering
Business Analysis
On-Site
High School

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Speechify
Software Engineer, Platform
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Speechify
Added 2d ago
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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Systems Programmer Jobs by City in Iowa

Where Iowa roles are concentrated, by current openings.

Cedar Falls
6 jobs
Davenport
5 jobs
West Des Moines
5 jobs
Johnston
4 jobs
Iowa City
4 jobs
Waterloo
3 jobs
Dubuque
2 jobs

Systems Programmer Job Market in Iowa

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

Who's Hiring

  • Collins Aerospace
    Collins Aerospace32
  • Jack Henry & Associates
    Jack Henry & Associates6
  • Principal Financial
    Principal Financial5
  • Speechify
    Speechify4
  • Deloitte
    Deloitte3

Top Industries Hiring

  • Aerospace & Defense32
  • Technology & Software17
  • Insurance7
  • Manufacturing4
  • Healthcare & Medical Services4

What Iowa Employers Look For

The qualifications that appear most often in systems programmer jobs across Iowa.

  • Proficiency in C or C++ for systems-level development and performance-critical code
  • Experience with operating system internals such as memory management, scheduling, or device drivers
  • Familiarity with assembly language and low-level debugging tools like GDB or JTAG
  • Bachelor's degree in computer science, computer engineering, or a closely related field
  • Experience with real-time operating systems or embedded platforms such as VxWorks or FreeRTOS
  • Knowledge of version control, build systems, and continuous integration pipelines in Linux environments

Systems Programmer Jobs in Iowa: Frequently Asked Questions

How many systems programmer jobs are there in Iowa?

There are 89+ systems programmer openings in Iowa on Migrate Mate as of June 2026, with the most roles in Cedar Rapids, Des Moines, and Cedar Falls. New positions post regularly as employers across Iowa hire.

How much do systems programmers make in Iowa?

Systems programmers in Iowa earn a median of about $79,180 a year, based on May 2025 Bureau of Labor Statistics wage data, ranging from around $54,060 for the lowest 10% to over $128,520 for the top 10%. Pay rises with experience, specialty, and employer.

Which Iowa cities have the most systems programmer jobs?

Cedar Rapids, Des Moines, and Cedar Falls have the most systems programmer openings in Iowa right now, with additional roles spread across smaller metros statewide.

Which companies hire systems programmers in Iowa?

Companies currently hiring systems programmers in Iowa include Collins Aerospace, Jack Henry & Associates, and Principal Financial, per current listings on Migrate Mate as of June 2026.

Are there remote systems programmer jobs in Iowa?

Yes. About 18% of systems programmer 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 systems programmer jobs in Iowa?

You can apply to systems programmer 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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