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Senior R&D Software Developer Jobs in Iowa City, IA

Raytheon

Senior Software Engineer (ONSITE)

Cedar Rapids, IA · On-site +1

$120K - $158K/yr

Senior Software Engineer At Collins Aerospace, an RTX company, we are advancing the future of aerospace and defense through innovative technologies and mission-critical solutions. Our teams develop ...

Benelynk

Sr. Software Engineer

Iowa City, IA · Remote

$150K - $175K/yr

SENIOR SOFTWARE ENGINEER POSITION SUMMARY We are seeking a Sr. Software Engineer and or Jr. Platform Architect to serve as technical lead responsible for day-to-day development, design, build, and ...

Atria Group LLC

Senior Java Developer

Iowa City, IA · On-site

$56 - $71.50/hr

Company Description Atria Group LLC As a member of the ePEN team the software developer will participate in troubleshooting and developing a complex system. These activities will require, but are not ...

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How much do senior r&d software developer jobs pay per hour?

As of Jun 23, 2026, the average hourly pay for senior r&d software developer in Iowa City, IA is $60.40, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $51.30 and $67.74 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Senior R&D Software Developer vs Software Engineer?

AspectSenior R&D Software DeveloperSoftware Engineer
CredentialsBachelor's or Master's in Computer Science or related field; experience in R&DBachelor's or higher in Computer Science or related field
Work EnvironmentResearch and development labs, innovation teamsDevelopment teams, product-focused environments
Industry UsageTech, manufacturing, research institutionsTech companies, startups, software firms
Common Search/ComparisonOften compared for R&D roles and advanced developmentMore general software development roles

The main difference is that a Senior R&D Software Developer focuses on innovative research, prototyping, and developing new technologies within R&D environments, often requiring specialized knowledge and experience. In contrast, a Software Engineer typically works on building, testing, and maintaining software products in production environments. Both roles require strong programming skills, but the Senior R&D role emphasizes research and experimentation.

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Senior C#/.Net Developer

Senior C#/.Net Developer

Syms Strategic Group, LLC (SSG)

Iowa City, IA

$85K - $116K/yr

Full-time

Posted 5 days ago

Job description

Syms Strategic Group (SSG) is seeking a talented Senior C#/.Net Developer
Location: Remote
Department: Veterans Affairs (VA)
Type: Full Time
Min. Experience: Experienced
Security Clearance Level: Public Trust (MBI)
Salary Range: $85,389 - $116,975
If you have previously applied to Syms Strategic Group (SSG), there is no need to reapply. Applications are still under review.
Military Veterans are highly encouraged to apply!
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
  • Perform technical planning, high-level and detailed requirements definition, test planning and execution (including use cases, test procedures, and test data), software systems integration, and technical support for software systems and subsystems
  • Perform software system product services, including concept design, test, installation, operation, maintenance, and disposal
  • Serve as an active member of the software development team participating in daily stand-ups
  • Utilize full-stack development expertise that ranges from development of .Net back-end application using C#, unit testing, testing with Nunit or other tools, and deployment using Continuous Integration/Continuous Deployment (CI/CD) pipelines
  • Ensure the performance, quality, and responsiveness of application
  • Provide development support (as needed) for solutions deployed to production
  • Implement long-term solutions and building blocks within the Agile framework for improved reusability
  • Interface with the stakeholders for project requirements
  • Apply and promote good software engineering practices such as test automation, modularization, and simplification
  • Collaborate and coordinate with colleagues on various solutions and problems
  • Document software designs, which may include design diagrams, data flow diagrams, software module descriptions, etc.
  • Use Integrated Development Environment (IDE) tools to include Visual Studio, Azure DevOps, and Git
Required Skills and Experience
  • Expertise in .Net framework and .Net Core, with a strong understanding of C#
  • Proficiency in developing back-end applications using Model-View-Controller (MVC) architecture and .Net core
  • Strong Knowledge of Object-Oriented Programming (OOP) and design patterns
  • Experience with Representational State Transfer Application Programming Interface (RESTful APIs) and other APIs
  • Proficiency in database design and development, including working with Structured Query Language (SQL) Server and Entity Framework
  • A familiarity with cloud platforms (e.g. Microsoft Azure and Amazon Web Services (AWS)) and services
  • Experience with version control systems (e.g. GIT and Team Foundation Server/Team Foundation Version Control (TFS/TFVC))
  • An understanding of CI/CD practices and tools (e.g. AWS CodePipeline, CodeBuild, and CodeDeploy)
  • Knowledge of unit testing frameworks and tools (e.g. NUnit, xUnit, and MSTest)
  • A proficiency in using development tools like Visual Studio and Visual Studio Code
  • Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills
  • Strong communication and interpersonal abilities
  • An ability to work independently and as part of a team
  • Attention to detail and commitment to producing high-quality software
  • An ability to mentor and provide technical guidance to junior developers
  • An ability to prioritize tasks and manage time effectively
  • Experience with Agile development methodologies (e.g., Scrum and Kanban)
  • A familiarity with DevOps practices and infrastructure as code (IaC)
  • A strong understanding of security best practices for web applications and APIs
  • An ability to conduct code reviews and provide constructive feedback
  • Experience with performance tuning and optimization of applications
  • Experience with third-party libraries, Software Development Kits (SDKs), and APIs relevant to .Net development
Professional CertificationsNone requiredYears of Professional ExperienceFive (5) or more years of experience in software development using .Net technologies
A proven track record of working on complex software projects and leading development initiatives
Experience with designing, developing, and deploying enterprise-level applicationsDesired experienceElectronic Data Interchange X.12 (EDI) Medical Claims
  • X.12 medical claims (837, 834, 277, etc)
Knowledge of microservices architecture and containerization technologies (e.g. Kubernetes, Amazon Elastic Container Service (ECS), and Amazon Elastic Kubernetes Service (EKS))Formal EducationBachelor's Degreein Computer Science, Electronics Engineering, or other engineering or technical discipline is required with eight (8) or more years of experience; Master's Degree in Computer Science, Electronics Engineering, or other engineering or technical discipline along with five (5) or more years of experience;
Ph.D. in Computer Science, Electronics Engineering, or other engineering or technical discipline along with three (3) or more years of experienceCitizenship RequirementU.S. Citizenship required for this specific opportunitySecurity Clearance RequirementsMust possess or qualify for a Public Trust (MBI)CRITICAL NOTES:
  1. SSG will not make assumptions regarding your qualifications. Your answers to the mandatory screening questions must be supported by the information on your resume. Applications with inconsistencies will not be considered.
  2. Recruiters or Third parties will not be considered.
  3. This is a 100% U.S. based remote position. However, candidates from CA, CO, IL, NJ, or NY will not be considered.
  4. This is a W2 position.
  5. All interviews will be conducted on Microsoft Teams with your camera on; there will be no exceptions.
  6. As part of our screening process, you will be requested to provide a link to your LinkedIn profile.

U.S Citizenship is required for this specific opportunity. Applicants selected will be subject to a government security investigation and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information and be able to obtain a government-granted security clearance. Individuals may also be subject to a background investigation including, but not limited to criminal history, employment and education verification, drug testing, and creditworthiness.
Syms Strategic Group, LLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, marital status, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, or genetic information.

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