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It Development Jobs in Iowa (NOW HIRING)

Catapult Solutions Group

IT Director

Garner, IA · On-site

$180K/yr

Director of IT - Infrastructure & Operations Direct Hire | North Iowa | Hybrid (onsite to start ... development. Relocation assistance is available for the right candidate. The Role The Director of ...

Apex Systems

IT Technician

Waverly, IA · On-site

Job#: 3039145 IT Technician Location: Waverly, Iowa (Onsite 5 days per week) Duration: Contract to ... We offer quality career resources, training, certifications, development opportunities, and a ...

CIVCO Medical Solutions

Director, IT

Coralville, IA · On-site

Build and lead a high-performing IT & Security organization through workforce planning, hiring, talent development, coaching, and performance management. * Establish, monitor, and report department ...

FHLB Des Moines

IT Auditor

Des Moines, IA

$102K - $121K/yr

... of key IT business objectives. Accountabilities: Responsibilities * Conduct assigned audit ... Develop and execute audit programs to assess the design and/or development of system development ...

Warren Transport, Inc.

IT Intern

Waterloo, IA · On-site

$17/hr

POSITION INFORMATION This internship supports the company's day-to-day IT operations and is ... Hardware development and lifecycle processes * Microsoft 365 fundamentals * General help-desk ...

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How much do it development jobs pay per year?

As of Aug 18, 2026, the average yearly pay for it development in Iowa is $72,735.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $54,900.00 and $85,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between IT Development vs Software Development?

AspectIT DevelopmentSoftware Development
Primary FocusCreating and maintaining IT systems, infrastructure, and hardware solutionsDesigning, coding, and testing software applications
Required SkillsNetworking, hardware, system administration, programmingProgramming languages, software engineering, debugging
Work EnvironmentData centers, enterprise IT departments, technical supportDevelopment labs, software companies, tech startups
Common CertificationsCompTIA A+, Cisco CCNA, Microsoft CertifiedMicrosoft Certified, Java Certification, Scrum Master

IT Development focuses on building and managing IT infrastructure and systems, while Software Development centers on creating software applications. Both roles require programming skills but differ in their primary responsibilities and work environments.

It Development jobs near you
Infographic showing various It Development job openings in Iowa as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 2% As Needed, 81% Full Time, 15% Part Time, and 2% Contract. Highlights an 89% Physical, 3% Hybrid, and 8% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $72,735 per year, or $35 per hour.

Information Technology Specialist

Eitacies Inc

Des Moines, IA • On-site

Full-time

Retirement

Re-posted 17 days ago

Job description

Benefits:
  • 401(k)

Information Technology Specialist
Des Moines, Iowa - Day1 Onsite role
We are seeking an experienced Information Technology Specialist to provide senior-level technical leadership across enterprise IT domains, including applications, infrastructure, security, platforms, and data systems. This role will lead enterprise initiatives involving system modernization, project delivery, business analysis, IT operations, security, and technology strategy while ensuring reliable, secure, and scalable enterprise solutions.
Key Responsibilities
  • Provide technical leadership across enterprise applications, infrastructure, security, platforms, and data systems.
  • Lead and mentor technical teams while ensuring adherence to IT standards and best practices.
  • Analyze business processes and identify opportunities for automation and system improvements.
  • Gather and define business and technical requirements for enterprise applications.
  • Design, develop, and maintain scalable, secure, and high-performing enterprise systems.
  • Lead modernization initiatives and implementation of emerging technologies.
  • Manage enterprise IT projects, including planning, budgeting, resource allocation, risk management, and execution.
  • Define product strategy, roadmap, and lifecycle management for enterprise IT solutions.
  • Oversee quality assurance processes, testing strategies, and regulatory compliance.
  • Manage vendor relationships, contracts, procurement activities, and SLA compliance.
  • Oversee system administration, performance tuning, capacity planning, and disaster recovery.
  • Support enterprise security operations, including incident response, vulnerability management, and compliance initiatives.
  • Improve IT Service Management (ITSM) processes, including Incident, Problem, Change, Configuration, Capacity, and Availability Management.
  • Develop IT policies, technical documentation, training materials, and operational reports.
  • Collaborate with stakeholders and provide enterprise-level technical consulting.
Required Qualifications
  • Experience leading enterprise IT initiatives across one or more of the following areas: Application Development Database Management Business Analysis Systems & Network Administration IT Security IT Project Management Product Management Quality Assurance Platform Administration Vendor Management. 
  • Strong understanding of enterprise infrastructure, networking, security, and system administration.
  • Experience with enterprise ITSM processes and service management best practices.
  • Excellent leadership, communication, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
  • Ability to manage multiple enterprise initiatives and collaborate with cross-functional teams.
Preferred Qualifications
  • Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Software Engineering, Management Information Systems, Cybersecurity, Business Analytics, or a related field.
  • Relevant industry certifications in enterprise technologies or IT specialty areas.
  • Experience working in large enterprise or government environments.