Software engineer jobs in Ankeny, IA and nearby

Software engineer jobs within 25 miles of Ankeny, IA. Nearby towns and cities are included. Distances are straight-line, not driving distances.

Counted Nov 1, 2026

Hiring at a glance

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Open jobs: 113
Employers: 42

Advertised starting pay

Average starting payUSD / year: $122,089Across 24 listings

Employer-advertised starting pay, not employee salaries. Currencies and pay periods stay separate.

Where work happens

Remote: 0%0 listings
Hybrid: 13%15 listings
On-site: 4%4 listings

Not specified: 83% (94 listings)

Employers hiring include Akamai Technologies, Inc. (15), Wellmark, Inc. (13), Eliassen Group (9).

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These figures describe the listings on this role page at the date shown, not the whole job market. Listings can change.

Employer-listed minimums from at least 10 listings per currency and pay period. These are advertised starting amounts, not employee salaries. Jobs without a minimum and unusual amounts are excluded.

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Software engineer jobs in Ankeny, IA and nearby

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Software Engineer I
Principal Financial Group
Des Moines, IA
We are looking for a Software Engineer I to join our Benefits & Protection (B&P) area. In this role, you’ll build your engineering skills while contributing to an agile team and software…
Added 7 hours ago
Full Stack Software Engineer - Software Engineer III
Deloitte US
Des Moines, IA
We are seeking a full stack software engineer to support the design, development, testing, and deployment of technology solutions for Deloitte’s Government and Public Services practice. In…
Added 7 hours ago
Ascend Engineering Foundation (AEF) - Cloud Architect_Products & Platforms
Deloitte US
Des Moines, IA
Added 1 day ago
Site Reliability Engineer
Highmark Health
Des Moines, IA
…standards of care and operational efficiency. This role blends software engineering,…
Added 2 days ago
Full Stack Software Engineer - Software Engineer II
Deloitte
Des Moines, IA
We are seeking a full stack software engineer to support the design, development, testing, and deployment of technology solutions for Deloitte's Government and Public Services practice. In…
Added 2 days ago
AT
Software Engineer II
Akamai Technologies, Inc.
Des Moines, IA
- $95,000 to $171,000 USD / year
Are you a software developer who loves solving complex problems?
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Principal Software Engineer V
Indeed
Des Moines, IA
As a Principal Software Engineer V at Indeed, you will provide technical leadership on complex, cross-cuttin
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Sr Software Engineer
Lumen
Des Moines, IA
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Senior Software Engineer
Akamai Technologies, Inc.
Des Moines, IA
- $121,400 to $218,600 USD / year
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ServiceNow Software Engineer Intern
CHS Inc.
Des Moines, IA
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Software Engineer
Eliassen Group
Des Moines, IA
- $70 to $80 USD / hour
Our client seeks a software engineer to design, develop, and maintain high-performance services using Rust with a focus on reliability. The role includes implementation of actor-based and…
Added 4 days ago
EG
Software Engineer
Eliassen Group
Des Moines, IA
- $70 to $75 USD / hour
Our client seeks Software Engineers at all levels to design, develop, troubleshoot, and debug Java-based microservices and platform capabilities. The role includ
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Sr. Software Engineer (Open to hiring at Lead level)
Wellmark, Inc.
Des Moines, IA
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Senior Software Engineer, Network Tools with Python
Zayo
Des Moines, IA
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Software Development Engineer
CVS Health
Des Moines, IA
Added 6 days ago
Senior Software Development Engineer
CVS Health
Work At Home, IA
Added 6 days ago
Senior Software Engineer
John Deere
Urbandale, IA
Added 6 days ago
Lead Application Architect
Humana
Des Moines, IA
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Software Engineer 1/2/3-Hybrid, Des Moines, Iowa
Wellabe
Des Moines, IA
We are hiring a Software Engineer at Level 1, 2, or 3 based on skills, experience, and demonstrated scope of impact. In this role, you will design, build, test, and support software…
Added 7 days ago
Software Engineer I
Principal Financial Group
Des Moines, IA
We are looking for a Salesforce Engineer to join our team. You must be able to work with guidance on software development/solutions. With guidance, develop productivity skills by learning…
Added 8 days ago
Software Engineer V
Indeed
Des Moines, IA
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Software Engineer
Actalent
Ames, IA
- $45 to $60 USD / hour
Job Title: Software EngineerJob DescriptionThis role leads the design, implementation, and testing of innovative software solutions that exceed customer needs, with a strong focus on…
Added 9 days ago
SS
Software Engineer Principal
Syms Strategic Group, LLC (SSG)
Des Moines, IA
- $85,389 to $116,975 USD / year
Syms Strategic Group (SSG) is seeking a talented Software Engineer Principal
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Associate Software Engineer
FBL Financial Group, Inc.
West Des Moines, IA
Do you have proven passion for software engineering, customer focus, and teamwork with the desire to drive and support strategic initiatives that directly impact client, agent, and employee…
Added 9 days ago
Software Engineer Manager / Application Development Manager
Robert Half
West Des Moines, IA

Indeed

Software Engineer V

Des Moines, IA, United States

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Posting language: English
Posted: Oct 2, 2026

Original job description

Our Mission

As the world’s number 1 job site*, our mission is to help people get jobs. We strive to cultivate an inclusive and accessible workplace where all people feel comfortable being themselves. We're looking to grow our teams with more people who share our enthusiasm for innovation and creating the best experience for job seekers.

Day to Day

Lead the architecture and evolution of AI-driven screening technology that helps employers make faster, better hiring decisions. In this role, you will drive full-stack technical strategy across core platforms and cross-functional integrations while raising engineering quality, scalability, and impact across Smart Screening.

Responsibilities

Own the design and evolution of shared platforms, frameworks, or services that support multiple teams or product areas.
Provide architectural guidance and direct technical leadership for complex initiatives spanning teams or organizations.
Evaluate, experiment with, and guide adoption of emerging technologies to improve scalability, efficiency, reliability, or developer productivity.
Balance technical innovation with operational excellence, including cost, performance, security, and reliability considerations.
Mentor and influence engineers across disciplines, supporting technical excellence and long-term growth.
Partner closely with product managers and business partners to align technical strategy with business goals.
Communicate complex technical concepts clearly to both technical and non-technical audiences.

Skills/Competencies

Requires a Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Mathematics, Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or related field and a minimum of 12 years of related experience; or a Master’s degree with a minimum of 8 years of experience; or a PhD with 5 years experience
Proven experience designing and operating distributed systems, service-oriented architectures, and APIs at scale.
Proficiency with data storage and access patterns, including SQL and NoSQL systems.
Experience evaluating or working with emerging technologies and integrating them into production systems.
Sense of ownership and accountability as a technical leader, with the ability to influence without direct authority.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills across technical and business contexts.

Salary Range Transparency

Tier 1 - United States of America 166,000 - 207,000 USD per year

Tier 2 - United States of America 183,000 - 229,000 USD per year

Tier 3 - United States of America 202,000 - 253,000 USD per year

Tier 5 - United States of America 230,000 - 288,000 USD per year

Salary Range Disclaimer

The salary range for this role reflects the minimum and maximum compensation for the role. Offers are typically made between the range minimum and the range midpoint. Actual compensation will be determined based on job-related skills, experience, and expertise, as evaluated during the interview process. The range(s) listed is just one component of Indeed's total compensation package for employees. Other rewards may include quarterly bonuses, Restricted Stock Units (RSUs), a Paid Time Off policy, and many region-specific benefits. Compensation may also vary based on where a role is performed, as work locations are grouped into geographic pay tiers to reflect cost of labor differences in different geographic markets. Candidates can view geographic pay tiers by location on our career site ( https://www.indeed.com/careers/paytiers ), and recruiters can confirm how location is considered for a specific role.

Benefits - Health, Work/Life Harmony, & Wellbeing

We care about what you care about. We have a multitude of benefits to support Indeedians, as well as their pets, kids, and partners including medical, dental, vision, disability and life insurance. Indeedians are able to enroll in our company’s 401k plan, as well as an equity-based incentive program. Indeedians will also receive open paid time off, 11 paid holidays a year and up to 26 weeks of paid parental leave. For more information, select your country and learn more about our employee benefits, program, & perks at https://www.indeed.com/careers/benefits !

Equal Opportunities and Accommodations Statement

Indeed is deeply committed to building a workplace and global community where inclusion is not only valued, but prioritized. We’re proud to be an equal opportunity employer, seeking to create a welcoming and diverse environment. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, family status, marital status, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, neuro-diversity, disability, age, or veteran status, or any other non-merit based or legally protected grounds.

Indeed provides reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities in the employment application process. To request an accommodation, please visit https://www.indeed.com/careers/accommodations . If you are requesting accommodation for an interview, please reach out at least one week in advance of your interview.

For more information about our commitment to equal opportunity/affirmative action, please visit our Careers page ( https://www.indeed.com/careers ).

Inclusion & Belonging

Inclusion and belonging are fundamental to our hiring practices and company culture, forming an integral part of our vision for a better world of work. At Indeed, we’re committed to the wellbeing of our employees and on a mission to make this the best place to work and thrive. We believe that fostering an inclusive environment where every employee feels respected and accepted benefits everyone, fueling innovation and creativity.

We value diverse experiences, including those who have had prior contact with the criminal legal system. We are committed to providing individuals with criminal records, including formerly incarcerated individuals, a fair chance at employment.

Those with military experience are encouraged to apply. Equivalent expertise demonstrated through a combination of work experience, training, military experience, or education is welcome.

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Like other employers Indeed uses our own technologies to help us find and attract top talent from around the world. In addition to our site’s user and privacy policy found at https://www.indeed.com/legal , we also want to make you aware of our recruitment specific privacy policy found at https://www.indeed.com/legal/indeed-jobs .

Agency Disclaimer

Indeed does not pay placement fees for unsolicited resumes or referrals from non-candidates, including search firms, staffing agencies, professional recruiters, fee-based referral services, and recruiting agencies (each individually, an "Agency"), subject to local laws. An Agency seeking a placement fee must obtain advance written approval from Indeed's internal Talent Acquisition team and execute a fee agreement with Indeed for each job opening before making a referral or submitting a resume for that opening.

AI Notice

Indeed is committed to ensuring fairness and transparency throughout our hiring process. We use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to assist in the screening, assessment, and selection of applicants for this position by analyzing information provided in resumes and applications. Our use of AI does not replace human decision-making.

Unless otherwise notified, Indeed does not use AI constituting an AEDT or an ADMT as those tools are defined in applicable laws.

Reference ID: 47442

The deadline to apply to this position is 10-06-2026. Job postings may be extended at the hiring team’s discretion based on applicant volume.

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Computer science
Computer engineering
Electrical engineering
Data storage
SQL
NoSQL
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