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TKC Holdings

Java Software Developer

West Des Moines, IA · On-site

$75K - $90K/yr

To be successful, a Software Developer must understand the principles of the business functions ... Develop software following corporate standards under the guidance of senior team members. * Web ...

Athene

Software Developer Lead

West Des Moines, IA · On-site

$114K - $143K/yr

... and engineering standards • Adoption of AI-driven, spec-first development practices • Lead ... software or data-driven solutions • Recent work applying AI in real-world use cases • ...

Workiva, Inc.

Senior Staff Software Engineer

Ames, IA · On-site

$119K - $158K/yr

We're hiring a Senior Staff Software Engineer who can lead across complex technical work, act as a ... Depth in a domain that materially improves system design or developer experience. * Proven ...

TecTammina

Senior Developer (Full time)

Des Moines, IA

$53.25 - $70.25/hr

... Lead engineering / tuning efforts for migration Reconciliation and reporting tooling,Problem Solving Detailed Solution analysis work POC Development (UI enhancements, object store enhancements ...

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As of Aug 11, 2026, the average hourly pay for senior software developer in Waukee, IA is $59.20, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $50.24 and $66.39 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What skills and qualifications are needed to thrive as a senior software developer?

To thrive as a Senior Software Developer, you need deep expertise in programming languages, software architecture, and problem-solving, typically backed by a bachelor’s degree in computer science or a related field. Proficiency with development frameworks, version control systems like Git, and cloud platforms such as AWS or Azure is standard, and certifications in these areas can be beneficial. Leadership, strong communication, and mentoring abilities set standout candidates apart in this role. These skills ensure that complex projects are delivered efficiently, code quality is maintained, and junior team members are effectively guided for overall team success.

What does a senior software developer do?

As a Senior Software Developer, you’ll typically be responsible for leading complex development projects, designing technical solutions, and mentoring junior team members. Daily tasks often include writing and reviewing code, participating in architecture discussions, collaborating with cross-functional teams (such as QA, product management, and DevOps), and troubleshooting high-level technical issues. You may also be involved in setting coding standards, conducting code reviews, and helping to plan sprints or project roadmaps.

What is a senior software developer?

Senior Software Developers are experienced professionals who design, develop, and maintain complex software applications. They often lead development teams, mentor junior developers, and make critical architectural decisions. Their responsibilities include writing high-quality code, troubleshooting technical issues, and ensuring that software projects meet performance and security standards. With deep expertise in programming languages and software engineering principles, they play a key role in delivering successful technology solutions for organizations.

What is the difference between Senior Software Developer vs Software Engineer?

AspectSenior Software DeveloperSoftware Engineer
CredentialsBachelor's degree in CS or related field; experience often 5+ yearsBachelor's or higher in CS or related field; similar experience levels
Work EnvironmentCollaborates on complex projects, mentors juniors, leads technical effortsDesigns, develops, tests software; may work on specific modules or systems
Industry UsageCommonly used in tech companies, startups, and enterprise firmsWidely used across industries, often interchangeable with developer roles

The main difference is that Senior Software Developers typically have more experience, leadership responsibilities, and focus on complex project oversight, while Software Engineers may focus more on designing and implementing software solutions. Both roles require similar credentials and are integral in software development teams, but Senior Software Developers often take on mentorship and strategic tasks.

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Java Software Developer

TKC Holdings

West Des Moines, IA • On-site

$75K - $90K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Posted 13 days ago

TKC Holdings rating

5.6

Company rating: 5.6 out of 10

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Job description

Wage Rate
$75,000 - $90,000/year
Overview
TKC Holdings, Inc.—comprised of Trinity Services Group, Keefe Group, and Courtesy Products - is a mid market respected leader in the corrections and hospitality industries for more than 40 years. With thousands of team members across the country, we continue a tradition of innovation, integrity, and success. TKC is committed to delivering excellent products and services, exceeding customer expectations, and empowering the career development of every team member. 
 

We are proud to be a military and veteran-friendly employer.


About This Position

Advanced Technologies Group LLC (ATG), established in 1991 and located in West Des Moines (IA), is the country’s premier provider of software solutions to the USA’s largest judicial and correctional agencies.  All software design, development, maintenance and support is done by full-time employees; we do not sub-contract.  ATG is Microsoft Gold Partner.

Full Stack Java software development to enhance and maintain ATG’s suite of software products.  To be successful, a Software Developer must understand the principles of the business functions supported by software managed by the team. Develop and self-test code per design provided by project lead.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

  • Develop software following corporate standards under the guidance of senior team members.
    • Web Services written in Java
    • Client side written using MVC (JavaScript, HTML5, and CSS).
    • Test developed software prior to releasing to QA team.
  • Familiarity with web application development
  • Independently write SQL statements that involve multi-table joins.
  • Complete projects within time estimates with minimal returned work.
  • Keep supervisor informed on progress of projects.
  • Seek information to update technical skills and business knowledge.
  • Other duties as assigned by company management.

DEVELOPMENT SKILLS:

  • Understand software development requirement documents.
  • Independently create reports --includes layout and data retrieval using multi-table join SQL queries.
  • Develop screens that involves adding and updating records in multiple tables concurrently.
  • Make relatively simple changes to existing transaction screens.
  • Comfortable working in IntelliJ IDE, using GIT and Azure Dev Ops.
  • Familiarity with relational database concepts and working knowledge of TSQL.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES:

This role does not entail any supervisory responsibilities


What You'll Need
  • Bachelor's degree (B. A.) from four year college in a major relevant to software development.

Benefits

Advanced Technologies Group (ATG) offers comprehensive benefits to all regular-full time employees:

  • Medical w/prescription coverage
    • Benefit Credit received when enrolled in a TKC medical plan, to help offset your benefit costs.  Benefit Credit of $750 annually, will be divided evenly among your paychecks throughout the Plan Year.
  • Dental
  • Vision
  • Basic Life and Basic Accidental Death and Dismemberment Insurance
  • Short Term Disability
  • Long Term Disability
  • Voluntary benefits that can be selected to create the right package for you

ATG also understands the importance of work life balance and planning for the future.  To help with both of these, employees are eligible for paid time off and a Company Match for the 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan.  We now also offer DailyPay providing you immediate access to earned wages.


EEO Statement

Equal Employment Employer as to all protected groups, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.

We maintain a drug-free workplace.

A copy of our Privacy Policy and CA Employee Privacy Notice can be found here: https://tkcholdings.com/privacy-policy-108

Qualifications:
  • Bachelor's degree (B. A.) from four year college in a major relevant to software development.
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