Tech Jobs in DES MOINES, Iowa
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Des Moines has become a magnet for tech talent, offering 3,522 open positions ranging from software engineering to data science. The city’s rapid expansion of tech clusters, fueled by partnerships between Iowa State University and local startups, has created a dynamic ecosystem where new ideas meet solid funding.
Key players include Wells Fargo’s regional tech center, AmerisourceBergen’s analytics squad, Deloitte’s digital services hub, and Cargill’s software solutions team. The healthcare sector is also booming, with Medtronic and Des Moines‑based HealthTech firm, “Medi‑Connect,” hiring software developers and cybersecurity specialists. Ag‑tech startups like “Agri‑Pulse” and “FarmTech Innovations” are driving AI solutions for Iowa’s agricultural backbone.
With a cost‑of‑living index of 80—roughly 20% below the national average—and a median home price around $250,000, Des Moines offers strong purchasing power. Transparent salary data lets candidates compare offers directly against local living costs, ensuring they land roles that meet both career and financial goals.
Medical Support Assistant
Company: Department of Veterans Affairs - Veterans Health Administration
Location: Des Moines, Iowa Des Moines, Iowa
Posted Sep 29, 2024
The Medical Support Assistant MSA position provides a crucial link between nurses, providers, and patients. An MSA is often the first person a patient meets when accessing the medical facility for services and therefore needs to be prepared to address injured, sick, and/or mentally ill individuals using the ICARE values of integrity, commitment, advocacy, respect, and excellence with the intent to provide exceptional health care that improves the health and wellbeing of the individual.
Biologist
Company: Department of Agriculture - Agricultural Research Service
Location: Ames, Iowa Ames, Iowa
Posted Sep 29, 2024
This position is in the USDA Agricultural Research Service National Animal Disease Center Directors Office in Ames, Iowa. The job involves carrying out routine tests and procedures for highly pathogenic avian influenza projects.
Chaplain
Company: Department of Veterans Affairs - Veterans Health Administration
Location: Des Moines, Iowa Des Moines, Iowa
Posted Sep 29, 2024
The chaplain provides religious, spiritual, and pastoral care to veterans and staff, addressing the spiritual component of health and wellness in patient care settings.
Certified Nurse Anesthetist (CRNA)
Company: Department of Veterans Affairs - Veterans Health Administration
Location: Des Moines, Iowa Des Moines, Iowa
Posted Sep 29, 2024
The Central Iowa VA Health Care System is recruiting for two full time permanent Advanced Practice Nurses Certified Nurse Anesthetists in Des Moines IA.
ORDNANCE EQUIPMENT MECHANIC
Company: Department of the Air Force - Air National Guard Units
Location: Sioux City, Iowa Sioux City, Iowa
Posted Sep 29, 2024
The Iowa Air National Guard is hiring for a Title 32 Excepted Service Position. The position is restricted to current Military members of the Air National Guard, Air Reserves, or Air Force willing and eligible to become a member of the Iowa Air National Guard. The location is 185th ARW in Sioux City, Iowa.
Nursing Assistant- Home Health
Company: Department of Veterans Affairs - Veterans Health Administration
Location: Iowa City, Iowa Iowa City, Iowa
Posted Sep 29, 2024
The Iowa City VA Health Care System is recruiting for a fulltime Nursing Assistant to work in Rehabilitation and Extended Care Home Health.
Ecologist/Agronomist/Physical Scientist
Company: Department of Agriculture - Agricultural Research Service
Location: Ames, Iowa Ames, Iowa
Posted Sep 29, 2024
This position involves studying the effects of climate change on agricultural systems in the Midwest. It's a term-limited appointment with an initial duration of at least 13 months and can be extended up to 4 years.
MEDICAL SUPPORT ASSISTANT (ADVANCED)
Company: Department of Veterans Affairs - Veterans Health Administration
Location: Des Moines, Iowa Des Moines, Iowa
Posted Sep 29, 2024
The Advanced Medical Support Assistant position is assigned to a Patient-Aligned Care Team (PACT) model or a Specialty Care Setting involved in a PACT model. The PACT team is a primary care team that generally consists of a primary care provider, registered nurse, care manager, clinical associate, LPN, or medical assistant/health technician, and administrative associate.
Construction Management Assistant (OA)
Company: Department of the Army - U.S. Army Corps of Engineers
Location: Johnston, Iowa Johnston, Iowa
Posted Sep 29, 2024
This job announcement is for a Construction Management Assistant position at the Rock Island District Amy Corps of Engineers in Johnston, Iowa. The position may be filled at either the GS06 or GS05 grade level with noncompetitive promotional potential to the GS06 level.
Nursing Assistant- Rehabilitation Unit
Company: Department of Veterans Affairs - Veterans Health Administration
Location: Des Moines, Iowa Des Moines, Iowa
Posted Sep 29, 2024
The Nursing Assistant provides direct patient care under the supervision of a Registered Nurse. They are accountable for adhering to standards of care and maintaining competencies.
Transportation Security Officer
Company: Department of Homeland Security - Transportation Security Administration
Location: Cedar Rapids, Iowa Cedar Rapids, Iowa
Posted Sep 29, 2024
Transportation Security Officers provide security and protection to travelers in a courteous and professional manner. Their duties may extend to securing high-profile events and important figures.
Agricultural Science Research Technician
Company: Department of Agriculture - Agricultural Research Service
Location: Ames, Iowa Ames, Iowa
Posted Sep 29, 2024
This position is located in the United States Department of Agriculture Agricultural Research Service Agroecosystems Management Research Unit in Ames, IA. The job involves conducting soil and gas emissions research in a field environment.