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10 results for Software Architect in Ankeny, IA

Lead - Full Stack- Software Engineer (SaaS)
  • Des Moines, IA
  • remote
  • Permanent
  • - USD / Yearly
  • Position: Lead Software Engineer - Full Stack (SaaS)<br>Location: Remote<br>Salary: up to $175,000 base annual salary + 10%<br><br>*** For immediate and confidential consideration, please send a message to MEREDITH CARLE on LinkedIn or send an email to me with your resume. My email can be found on my LinkedIn page. ***<br><br>Lead Full-Stack Engineer – Build the Future from Day One<br>Our client is launching something new—and they are looking for a Lead Full-Stack Engineer to help architect and build it from the ground up. This is a greenfield opportunity to shape a consumer-facing digital product within a fast-moving, innovation-driven environment that blends the energy of a startup with the stability and resources of a well-established enterprise.<br>If you thrive on solving complex problems, love working across the stack, and want to be part of a team that’s just getting started, this is your moment.<br>What You’ll Do:<br>• Lead the design, development, and delivery of full-stack features and scalable systems<br>• Architect mobile and web applications using Flutter, React.js, and Java/Spring Boot<br>• Collaborate with product managers, designers, and stakeholders to define technical solutions that align with user and business goals<br>• Drive product discovery and experimentation with a focus on usability and performance<br>• Mentor junior engineers and foster a culture of technical excellence and collaboration<br>• Contribute to product roadmaps and strategic planning<br>• Advocate for modern development practices, clean architecture, and continuous improvement<br>What You Bring:<br>• 5+ years of experience in full-stack or product-focused software development<br>• Advanced proficiency in Dart/Flutter, React.js, and Java/Spring Boot<br>• Experience with GraphQL, Firebase, or WebSockets<br>• Strong understanding of cloud platforms (AWS, GCP, or Azure), CI/CD, and DevOps practices<br>• Familiarity with infrastructure as code (Terraform, CloudFormation)<br>• Proven leadership in technical projects and mentoring teams<br>• Background in product strategy, user research, or data-driven development<br>• Contributions to open-source projects or technical publications are a plus<br>• Strong sense of ownership, accountability, and collaboration<br>Why You’ll Love It:<br>• Join early in a greenfield build with massive potential for impact<br>• Work in a startup-style culture that values innovation, speed, and creativity<br>• Enjoy the backing of a well-funded, successful enterprise with a history of delivering results<br>• Influence the product, the tech stack, and the team culture from day one<br><br>*** For immediate and confidential consideration, please send a message to MEREDITH CARLE on LinkedIn or send an email to me with your resume. My email can be found on my LinkedIn page. Also, you may contact me by office: 515-303-4654 or mobile: 515-771-8142. Or one click apply on our Robert Half website. No third party inquiries please. Our client cannot provide sponsorship and cannot hire C2C. ***
  • 2025-10-26T19:48:42Z
Sr. Software Engineer - Full Stack
  • Ames, IA
  • remote
  • Permanent
  • - USD / Yearly
  • Position: SENIOR SOFTWARE ENGINEER<br>Location: FULLY REMOTE <br>Salary: up to $160K + Excellent Benefits<br><br>Robert Half is seeking a SENIOR SOFTWARE ENGINEER for a permanent, direct hire, full time position for our client company. Unfortunately client cannot provide any sponsorship. This is a UNIQUE AND EXCEPTIONAL OPPORTUNITY! <br><br> • The company is a 20 YEAR OLD SUCCESSFUL SOFTWARE COMPANY with a START-UP FEEL CULTURE. <br> • You will have DIRECT INFLUENCE over the ENTIRE SOFTWARE LIFE CYCLE. <br> • Your technical expertise, opinions and strategies matter YOUR OPINIONS MATTER. <br> • This company provides a software that MAKES THE WORLD A BETTER PLACE.<br><br>As the SENIOR SOFTWARE ENGINEER you may also may help mentor other team members. You will have the ability for future and additional growth and responsibilities and opportunities. You will be empowered to make strategic decisions and implement best practice solutions and be recognized and rewarded for your results. You will not be tied down meaningless meetings or delayed due to layers of approvals and concensus. Rather you will have open collaborative conversations with leaders, where your thoughts and opinions will be valued and decisions and actions will be quickly acted upon. It's a very rewarding and positive and refreshing environment!<br><br> Requirements :<br> • 7+ years in full stack software engineering in Java, React, Postgres, RESTful APIs and other.<br> • Some architecture and strong design and development skills are required<br> • Must have excellent communication and interpersonal skills to mentor others and work collaboratively<br> <br>*** For immediate and confidential consideration, please send a message to MEREDITH CARLE on LinkedIn or send an email to me with your resume. My email can be found on my LinkedIn page. Also, you may contact me by office: 515-303-4654 or mobile: 515-771-8142. Or one click apply on our Robert Half website. No third party inquiries please. Our client cannot provide sponsorship and cannot hire C2C. ***
  • 2025-11-18T14:53:41Z
Applications Architect
  • West Des Moines, IA
  • remote
  • Temporary
  • - USD / Hourly
  • <p>We are looking for an experienced Applications Architect to join our team in West Des Moines, Iowa. In this long-term contract position, you will play a key role in designing and implementing solutions for a new annuity product tied to retirement accounts. This opportunity involves integrating multiple stakeholders, including third-party providers, and ensuring seamless interaction with innovative software systems. THIS ROLE CAN BE REMOTE NATIONALLY.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Develop and define integration strategies for various stakeholders, including third-party providers, income managers, and investment managers.</p><p>• Oversee the implementation of new software systems within the existing technological framework.</p><p>• Collaborate with vendors by reviewing RFPs, offering feedback, and ensuring alignment with project goals.</p><p>• Engage with both technical and non-technical teams to foster a collaborative working environment.</p><p>• Monitor project milestones and ensure all deliverables are met within defined timelines.</p><p>• Work closely with cross-functional teams, including business analysts, project managers, developers, and other key stakeholders.</p><p>• Serve as the primary interface with two major vendors to maintain effective communication and coordination.</p><p>• Ensure that the integration process aligns with cloud architecture principles and solution design standards.</p>
  • 2025-11-18T22:04:28Z
Software Engineer - Full Stack (SaaS)
  • Des Moines, IA
  • remote
  • Permanent
  • - USD / Yearly
  • Position: Full Stack - Software Engineer (SaaS)<br>Location: Remote<br>Salary: up to $160,000 base annual salary + 5% Bonus<br><br>*** For immediate and confidential consideration, please send a message to MEREDITH CARLE on LinkedIn or send an email to me with your resume. My email can be found on my LinkedIn page. ***<br><br>Full-Stack Engineer – Build Something New with the Best of Both Worlds<br>Are you ready to help build a product from the ground up—without the uncertainty of a startup? We’re launching a greenfield initiative that combines the agility and innovation of a startup with the stability, funding, and proven success of a large enterprise. If you're passionate about crafting user-centric solutions and want to be part of something early, impactful, and exciting, this is your opportunity.<br>What You’ll Do: As a Senior Full-Stack Engineer, you’ll work across the entire technology stack—leveraging Dart/Flutter, React, and Java—to bring new consumer-facing products to life. You’ll collaborate closely with product managers, designers, and stakeholders to deliver features from concept to production, with a strong emphasis on usability, performance, and scalability.<br>Key Responsibilities:<br>• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to define, design, and deliver impactful product features<br>• Build mobile applications using Flutter and web applications using React.js<br>• Develop backend services and APIs using Java and Spring Boot<br>• Translate product requirements into technical specifications and implementation plans<br>• Participate in product discovery, user research, and feedback loops<br>• Ensure high code quality through testing, code reviews, and CI/CD practices<br>• Contribute to product roadmaps and help prioritize technical initiatives<br>• Stay current with emerging technologies and advocate for engineering best practices<br>What You Bring:<br>• 3+ years of professional experience in full-stack or product-focused software development<br>• Proficiency in Dart and Flutter for mobile development<br>• Strong experience with React.js and modern JavaScript/TypeScript<br>• Solid backend development skills using Java, Spring Boot, and RESTful APIs<br>• Experience with Docker, Kubernetes, and CI/CD pipelines<br>• Familiarity with cloud platforms (AWS, GCP, or Azure) and DevOps practices<br>• Exposure to GraphQL, Firebase, or WebSockets is a plus<br>• A passion for user experience and product design<br>• Strong communication, collaboration, and problem-solving skills<br>Why You’ll Love It Here:<br>• Be part of a greenfield build with massive potential for impact<br>• Join early in the journey and help shape the product and culture<br>• Work in a fast-moving, collaborative environment that values innovation<br>• Enjoy the freedom to experiment—with the support of a well-funded, successful organization<br><br><br>*** For immediate and confidential consideration, please send a message to MEREDITH CARLE on LinkedIn or send an email to me with your resume. My email can be found on my LinkedIn page. Also, you may contact me by office: 515-303-4654 or mobile: 515-771-8142. Or one click apply on our Robert Half website. No third party inquiries please. Our client cannot provide sponsorship and cannot hire C2C. ***
  • 2025-10-26T19:48:42Z
Java Software Developer - PERM Direct Hire FTE
  • Des Moines, IA
  • onsite
  • Permanent
  • 110000.00 - 120000.00 USD / Yearly
  • <p>iMMEDIATE HIRE!! MID LEVEL JAVA DEVELOPER - MULTIPLE HIRES - Full Stack Developer (Direct Hire) –  WILL INTERVIEW THIS WEEK ! </p><p><br></p><p> 100% REMOTE if you live in IOWA, ILLINOIS or MISSOURI - BUT YOU MUST BE WILLING TO DRIVE TO THE DES MOINES OFFICE PERIODICALLY!!! YOU MUST RESIDE IN IOWA, ILLINOIS, OR MISSOURI due to Tax liability. </p><p><br></p><p>TOP PREFERENCE PROVIDED TO ANYONE IN THE DES MOINES IOWA AREA. </p><p><br></p><p>NO SPONSORSHIP: EAD, Green Card, or US Citizen ONLY. NO C2C, No H1-B visa, and NO F1 / OPT considered.  </p><p><br></p><p>Please contact CARRIE DANGER directly for immediate consideration. ** My direct email address is on my LinkedIN Profile. MID LEVEL. Java Developer position with one of our clients in Des Moines Iowa up to 120K. </p><p><br></p><p>WHAT YOU WILL NEED FOR THIS MID LEVEL DEVELOPER:</p><p><br></p><p>* MINIMUM 3+ years of Java development</p><p><br></p><p>*Eye for DESIGN and front end web page development with UI / UX Development </p><p><br></p><p>* ACCESSIBILITY background / ACCESSIBILITY WEB DEVELOPMENT experience for externally facing web applications and web sites </p><p><br></p><p>* Searching for a Mid level developer, Not a Senior Developer. IDEALLY 5-8 YEARS OF EXPERIENCE.  </p><p><br></p><p>• Experience with a Front-End Language such as: JavaScript; Angular, or React experience is a plus!</p><p><br></p><p>• Spring Boot experience, Microservices experience.  </p><p><br></p><p>• WEB development.</p><p><br></p><p>• 2 year or 4 year degree is Preferred (Prefer Computer Science or similar)</p><p><br></p><p>Join a high performing TECHY team who has a passion for learning and continuous improvement, working in an advanced Agile environment! STRONG financial company who is still hiring. Work in a fun team who promotes training and team training events and will send you off to training as well for Java and development! Looking for candidates who have a passion for development and wants to get better and improve, where you can have a long career on an awesome team!  </p><p><br></p><p>This company actually has a training budget and works to keep their Developers up to date technically. They allow training time during the work week and invest in their developers. </p><p><br></p><p>This is a Permanent Direct Hire MID LEVEL. Java Developer position with one of our clients in the Des Moines area up to 120K depending on years of experience.</p><p><br></p><p>For immediate and confidential consideration on this Direct Hire Full Stack Java Developer / Web Developer opportunity, it is best to contact me directly, CARRIE DANGER, SVP Permanent Placement Team, Iowa Region at My Direct Office #: 515-259-6087 or Cell: 515-991-0863, and e-mail resume CONFIDENTIALLY & directly to me - my email address / contact Information on my LinkedIN profile. Or you can ONE CLICK APPLY on our website Robert Half and apply Specifically to this posting.</p>
  • 2025-10-31T17:58:48Z
Senior Software Engineer
  • Adel, IA
  • onsite
  • Contract / Temporary to Hire
  • - USD / Hourly
  • <p>We are seeking an experienced Senior Software Engineer to join a growing development team in Adel, IA. This is a <strong><em>contract-to-hire, hybrid </em></strong>opportunity for an engineer who can operate across the full stack while also providing technical leadership. The role requires strong expertise in cloud-based solutions, modern application frameworks, and secure coding practices. As a senior contributor, you will lead design and development efforts, implement best practices, and mentor peers. You will play a key role in delivering scalable, secure, and user-friendly applications while contributing to the maturity of engineering processes.</p><p><br></p><p><b><em>MUST BE A US CITIZEN OR GREENCARD HOLDER</em></b></p><p><br></p><p><strong><u>Key Responsibilities</u></strong></p><p>- Lead design and development of enterprise applications using modern frameworks and cloud services.</p><p>- Contribute across the stack: front-end user interfaces, backend services, databases, and APIs.</p><p>- Create and maintain system architecture documentation, technical diagrams, and standards.</p><p>- Develop cloud-native solutions using Azure, Docker, and Kubernetes.</p><p>- Implement DevSecOps practices including CI/CD pipelines, automated testing, and vulnerability mitigation.</p><p>- Drive improvements in monitoring, logging, and system performance.</p><p>- Collaborate with cross-functional teams (Product, Data, Infrastructure, UI/UX) to deliver end-to-end solutions.</p><p>- Mentor team members, review code, and promote engineering excellence.</p><p>- Participate in release management, production support, and troubleshooting as needed.</p><p>- Evaluate vendor technologies, integrations, and security standards to ensure system reliability.</p>
  • 2025-11-14T19:39:06Z
Manager of Applications Development
  • West Des Moines, IA
  • onsite
  • Contract / Temporary to Hire
  • - USD / Hourly
  • We are looking for a dynamic Manager of Applications Development to lead and oversee a team of detail oriented individuals in West Des Moines, Iowa. In this contract-to-permanent position, you will play a pivotal role in driving the development, implementation, and maintenance of systems and applications that align with organizational goals. The ideal candidate will combine technical expertise with strong leadership skills to manage complex projects and guide the team toward achieving high-quality results.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Oversee and manage a team of detail oriented individuals, including recruitment, performance evaluations, task assignments, and day-to-day leadership responsibilities.<br>• Analyze and resolve complex business and system issues while ensuring system functionality and reliability.<br>• Design functional components of systems and define scope, objectives, and deliverables to meet business requirements.<br>• Collaborate with Enterprise Architects to develop advanced technology configurations and manage project plans for intricate systems.<br>• Maintain and update existing programs, ensuring adherence to company standards for coding, testing, and documentation.<br>• Lead the integration of new systems and propose innovative technology solutions to enhance business processes.<br>• Provide mentorship and coaching to team members, fostering detail oriented growth and aligning with organizational values and strategies.<br>• Conduct research to stay updated on emerging technologies and ensure high-quality implementation of software and hardware solutions.<br>• Apply Lean-Agile principles to enhance application development and design processes.<br>• Proactively identify and address challenges to improve operational efficiency and project outcomes.
  • 2025-11-10T21:54:06Z
Solutions Architect | ERP/CRM Architect
  • West Des Moines, IA
  • onsite
  • Temporary
  • - USD / Hourly
  • We are looking for a skilled Solutions Architect with expertise in ERP/CRM systems to join our team in West Des Moines, Iowa. This long-term contract position requires someone with a strong background in finance and accounting systems, coupled with advanced technical architecture skills. The role involves designing and implementing solutions that align with business strategies, ensuring seamless integration across platforms and systems.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Design and oversee architecture solutions for ERP and CRM systems to meet strategic business objectives.<br>• Collaborate with stakeholders to analyze and address critical business needs and requirements.<br>• Provide leadership in transitioning legacy systems to modern cloud-based technologies.<br>• Develop and maintain roadmaps for application and infrastructure upgrades, ensuring long-term viability.<br>• Implement and enforce enterprise standards for development processes and system lifecycles.<br>• Conduct in-depth analysis and debugging of processes to identify opportunities for optimization.<br>• Partner with IT leaders to create business cases for transitioning to updated solutions.<br>• Drive innovation and adoption of cloud technologies, particularly AWS, across development teams.<br>• Create and maintain documentation that supports business processes and infrastructure standards.<br>• Mentor team members and provide guidance on architecture best practices and proof-of-concept development.
  • 2025-10-31T14:58:58Z
Senior Software Engineer
  • Urbandale, IA
  • onsite
  • Contract / Temporary to Hire
  • - USD / Hourly
  • <p><strong>Position: </strong>Senior Full Stack Software Engineer</p><p><strong>Location:</strong> 100% Onsite – West Des Moines, IA</p><p><strong>Job Type:</strong> 6-Month Contract-to-Hire</p><p><strong>Work Authorization:</strong> Must be a U.S. Citizen or Green Card Holder</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Overview:</strong></p><p>We are seeking multiple experienced Senior Full Stack Software Engineers to join a fast-growing development team focused on modernizing internal and external-facing applications. Ideal candidates will bring a strong foundation in .NET Core/.NET 6+ (ideally .NET 8), front-end experience with Vue.js or React, and a deep understanding of object-oriented programming principles. This is a highly collaborative, heads-down coding environment where team members contribute to scalable solutions driving major business value.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Responsibilities:</strong></p><ul><li>Design, build, and maintain scalable backend services using .NET 8+</li><li>Develop clean, functional front-end applications using Vue.js, React, or vanilla JavaScript</li><li>Work with GraphQL and REST APIs</li><li>Write and maintain unit tests (goal of 89%+ coverage)</li><li>Support integration testing and collaborate on improving test strategies</li><li>Follow CI/CD best practices using GitHub, GitFlows, and automated pipelines</li><li>Utilize observability tools like Sentry for debugging and performance monitoring</li><li>Collaborate with team members during daily stand-ups and code pairing</li><li>Participate in code reviews and knowledge-sharing as part of agile development</li></ul><p><br></p>
  • 2025-11-14T19:33:43Z
Senior Salesforce Developer - PERM Direct Hire
  • Des Moines, IA
  • onsite
  • Permanent
  • 140000.00 - 170000.00 USD / Yearly
  • <p>IMMEDIATE HIRE! SENIOR SALESFORCE DEVELOPER </p><p>Senior SalesForce Engineer (Direct Hire) </p><p>LOCATION: Des Moines, Iowa HYBRID WEEKLY ONSITE IN OFFICE.  </p><p>****Must be eligible to work in the US. FTE PERM NOT REMOTE!!! NO OPT, F1 Visa or H1b Visa's allowed****</p><p>****RELOCATION ASSISTANCE MONEY: *This company will pay RELOCATION ASSISTANCE- $5 - $12k IN ASSISTANCE.******</p><p>WHY YOU SHOULD APPLY: AWESOME TECH CULTURE with a new technical REBOOT of this Salesforce team where you can drive new development – both declarative & custom Development.  </p><p><br></p><p>YOU WILL GET AN ANNUAL DREAMFORCE CONFERENCE TRIP ATTENDEE PAID FOR !! </p><p><br></p><p>This is a new transition to Salesforce where the company has implemented but a REBOOT / REFRESH to make their SalesForce environment more easily supported to leverage Salesforce capabilities to truly leverage the Salesforce platform across business areas! </p><p><br></p><p>****For immediate consideration on this Perm Direct hire position with one of our client companies in the Des Moines, IA area. It is best to call me directly or message me on LinkedIn, Carrie Danger SVP Permanent Placement. ******</p><p><br></p><p>Great people on this team and a very RICH benefits: **Annual Bonus, 2 ½ day weekends with a SHORT work week / EARLY out Fridays!!! ** are just a few of the qualities that make this company culture great! </p><p><br></p><p>WHAT YOU WILL NEED:  </p><p>MUST HAVE TECHNICAL SKILLS NEEDED AS A SENIOR SALESFORCE DEVELOPER:  </p><p>• Senior Level role with APEX Coding!  </p><p>• SALES CLOUD is required! Marketing Cloud & Data Cloud is a PLUS!  </p><p>• If you have Service Cloud or any other Cloud experience, will still consider!  </p><p>• Working with Data Integration teams, integrating APis & various systems</p><p>• Salesforce Ecosystems – understanding all of them </p><p>• LWC - Lightning Web Components experience </p><p>• Integrating data. Working with Mulesoft is a plus!  </p><p>• Understanding Flows </p><p>• Remediating legacy code</p><p>• Understand Salesforce Threshold hitting limits </p><p>• Mentoring </p><p>• APi development / Data Integration experience </p><p><br></p><p>WHAT YOU WILL DO: </p><p> • Reengineer & redesign their Salesforce Org to be more optimum for Best practices and optimization for support!  </p><p><br></p><p>ANNUAL DREAMFORCE CONFERENCE ATTENDEE PAID FOR !! </p><p>Senior SalesForce Developer Direct Hire position with a base salary range up to 160K BASE PLUS bonus + PERKS! For immediate and confidential consideration on this Direct Hire IT opportunity, it is best to call me directly or message me on LinkedIn, Carrie Danger SVP Technology & Digital Practice / Permanent Placement Division, Iowa & Nebraska Region @ My Direct Office #: 515-259-6087 or my cell is 515-991-0863 AND e-mail resume confidentially to Carrie Danger * MY EMAIL ADDRESS can be found on my LinkedIn Profile.</p>
  • 2025-11-03T16:28:59Z