Tech Jobs in Columbus, Ohio

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Columbus has become a magnet for tech talent thanks to its low cost of living, vibrant startup ecosystem, and a growing concentration of Fortune 500 headquarters such as JPMorgan Chase, Nationwide, and Amazon’s Ohio fulfillment hub.

Tech companies range from software giants like Oracle and Microsoft to regional leaders in health tech such as Epic Systems, EdTech firms like Blackboard, and automotive tech startups in the Dayton–Columbus corridor. The city also hosts the Ohio Supercomputer Center, fueling research in AI and data science.

With a median household income that lags behind the national tech average, salary transparency helps candidates negotiate competitive pay in neighborhoods like Short North, German Village, or the revitalized Arena District. Knowing exact compensation levels allows workers to align job offers with their cost of living and long‑term financial goals.

STORE/NIGHT CLERK

Company: Kroger

Location: Columbus, OH

Posted Jan 22, 2025

The job description involves creating an outstanding customer experience, maintaining a safe and clean environment, assisting in reaching sales and profit goals, and embracing the company's core values. Responsibilities include promoting trust and respect, gaining product knowledge, recommending items, maintaining freshness, adhering to food safety regulations, reinforcing safety programs, and reporting any safety risks or illegal activities. The qualifications include stress management, basic math skills, and effective communication. The company offers comprehensive benefits including healthcare coverage, flexible scheduling, emotional and financial support, associate discounts, tuition reimbursement, and growth opportunities.

Pet Care Assistant

Company: Banfield Pet Hospital

Location: Columbus, OH

Posted Jan 22, 2025

Branch Banker - Grandview

Company: PNC

Location: Columbus, OH

Posted Jan 22, 2025

Courtesy Clerk/Grocery Bagger

Company: Kroger

Location: Columbus, OH

Posted Jan 22, 2025

Business Office Associate - Lead

Company: CarMax

Location: Columbus, GA

Posted Jan 22, 2025

CarMax is seeking a Peer Leader for Business Office Associates in Columbus, GA. The role involves mentoring associates, processing and auditing sales paperwork, managing cash, and providing customer service. Key responsibilities include delegating tasks, handling customer issues, and ensuring adherence to CarMax guidelines. The ideal candidate should have supervisory experience, strong decision-making skills, and the ability to work in a fast-paced environment. CarMax is recognized for its commitment to training, diversity, and providing an excellent work environment.

Flow Inventory Associate

Company: CarMax

Location: Columbus, OH

Posted Jan 22, 2025

The job posting is for a position at CarMax's Columbus Sawmill, located at 2700 Farmers Dr, Columbus, Ohio, 43235. The role involves zone maintenance, vehicle receiving and shipping, inventory scanning, vehicle movement, lot wash/merchandising, and uploading photos to carmax.com. Key responsibilities include executing processes, participating in problem-solving and continuous improvement, providing customer service, maintaining lot security, and ensuring workplace cleanliness. The position requires a current driver's license, ability to lift up to 50lbs, and adherence to CarMax standards. The role involves working in indoor and outdoor environments, with flexible hours including nights, weekends, and holidays.

Bakery/Deli Clerk

Company: Kroger

Location: Columbus, MS

Posted Jan 22, 2025

The job description outlines responsibilities for a Grocery Clerk (Bakery/Deli) at a Kroger store. Key duties include preparing items per customer requests, offering product samples, informing customers of specials, maintaining freshness, recommending items, using equipment according to guidelines, preparing foods according to logs, measuring ingredients, labeling and stocking merchandise, reporting discrepancies, understanding store layout, staying current with ads, gaining product knowledge, maintaining inventory, ensuring proper temperatures, promoting trust, answering customer questions, adhering to food safety regulations, reinforcing safety programs, displaying a positive attitude, practicing preventive maintenance, and reporting accidents or issues. The role requires strong customer service skills, stress management, effective communication, basic math, and the ability to obtain a food handler's permit. Previous bakery or deli experience is beneficial. Kroger offers comprehensive benefits including healthcare, flexible scheduling, emotional and financial support, associate discounts, tuition reimbursement, and growth opportunities.

Maintenance Technician - Overnights - Mon - Thurs

Company: Kohl's

Location: Columbus, OH

Posted Jan 22, 2025

The role of a Maintenance Technician involves daily inspection and repair of various equipment including conveyor systems, air compressors, generators, and fire protection equipment. Routine maintenance tasks also include heating and air conditioning units, lighting, and recycling. The job requires basic knowledge of mechanical, electrical, plumbing, and HVAC equipment, and the ability to work with minimal supervision. The position also involves assisting outside contractors and promptly addressing maintenance-related issues.

Control Manager, Vice President

Company: JPMorgan Chase

Location: Columbus, OH

Posted Jan 22, 2025

JPMorgan Chase is seeking a Control Manager, Vice President in the Asset and Wealth Management Control group. The role involves maintaining a strong control environment across US Private Banking Product Management, engaging with product stakeholders on emerging concerns, and identifying risks to build adequate controls. The ideal candidate should have a Bachelor's degree, proficient knowledge in control and risk management, and experience in financial services. They should also possess strong communication, problem-solving, and networking skills. The company offers a competitive total rewards package and values diversity and inclusion.

Maintenance Technician - Overnights - Mon - Thurs

Company: Kohl's

Location: Columbus, OH

Posted Jan 22, 2025

The role of a Maintenance Technician involves daily inspection and repair of various equipment including conveyor systems, air compressors, generators, and fire protection equipment. Routine maintenance tasks also include heating and air conditioning units, lighting, and recycling. The job requires basic knowledge of mechanical, electrical, plumbing, and HVAC equipment, and the ability to work with minimal supervision. The position also involves assisting outside contractors and promptly addressing maintenance-related issues.

Frequently Asked Questions

What types of tech jobs are available in Columbus, Ohio?
Columbus offers a broad spectrum of roles—software engineers, data scientists, DevOps specialists, cybersecurity analysts, UI/UX designers, product managers, cloud architects, and embedded systems engineers. Many positions focus on health informatics, fintech, e‑commerce, and autonomous vehicle research, reflecting the city’s leading sectors.
How do remote vs on-site trends look in Columbus tech jobs?
While 70% of listings on Job Transparency allow hybrid or fully remote work, top firms like Oracle and Nationwide still favor on‑site presence for collaborative projects. Remote roles tend to be in software development and cloud services, whereas on‑site roles concentrate in product engineering, quality assurance, and IT infrastructure.
Who are the major employers for tech talent in Columbus?
Key employers include Oracle, Nationwide, JPMorgan Chase, Amazon, Epic Systems, BlackBerry, and the Ohio Supercomputer Center. Emerging startups such as Cobalt, Synthetix, and the local venture firm New York Angels are also hiring aggressively.
What salary can I expect for tech roles in Columbus?
Tech salaries in Columbus vary by role and experience. Entry‑level software engineers earn $75–90k, mid‑level engineers $95–115k, and senior or lead roles $125–160k. Data scientists average $110–140k, and cybersecurity specialists $100–130k. Remote positions often include a 10–20% higher base to offset relocation costs.
How do I relocate to Columbus for tech work?
Start by researching neighborhoods: Short North offers a creative vibe, German Village provides historic charm, and the Arena District offers nightlife. Use Job Transparency’s salary data to target roles that match your cost‑of‑living budget. Apply for relocation assistance programs offered by employers, schedule virtual tours of local coworking spaces, and network with Columbus tech meetups such as Columbus Tech Meetup and OhioTech.

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