Explore $100K+ Jobs in Iowa

Find professional opportunities across Iowa with salaries of $100,000 or more. From Des Moines and Cedar Rapids to Iowa City, Davenport, and beyond, Ladders helps experienced professionals discover vetted roles that match their skills and career goals.

High-Paying Careers Across Iowa

Iowa employers hire experienced professionals in fields such as healthcare, technology, finance, engineering, manufacturing, insurance, and business leadership. Available positions and compensation vary by employer, location, and experience, so explore listings to see which opportunities fit your background.

Where to Find Iowa Opportunities

Search jobs in major employment centers including Des Moines, Cedar Rapids, Iowa City, Davenport, and Sioux City, as well as remote and hybrid roles that may be available to candidates in Iowa. Use location and job-title filters to focus your search.

Find a Role That Fits Your Experience

Compare responsibilities, qualifications, and compensation details across openings. Keep your resume current, tailor applications to each position, and set up job alerts to stay informed when relevant high-paying jobs are posted.

Search Vetted Professional Jobs on Ladders

Ladders focuses on professional opportunities paying $100,000 or more. Browse Iowa listings to find your next career move and connect with roles suited to your expertise.

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$80K - $95K *

Drive the future of digital experiences by designing and developing robust software solutions. Collaborate across teams to enhance user interactions, ensuring quality and accessibility while leveragin...

1 month ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$95K - $115K *

Develop innovative software solutions using Microsoft technologies, focusing on both front-end and back-end systems. Collaborate with teams to ensure high-quality, secure, and scalable applications in...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$190K *

Lead the design and evolution of backend systems, tackling complex challenges while collaborating with cross-functional teams to deliver reliable, scalable solutions that enhance user experience and d...

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Yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$205K - $225K *

Engineer core runtime surfaces for an AI platform, overseeing system design, operation, and compliance. Collaborate with product teams to enhance functionality and reliability in a fast-paced, high-au...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$135K - $160K *

Join a team that's redefining CRM platforms by architecting innovative, AI-driven solutions. This high-impact role requires visionary leadership to optimize data processing and enhance user experience...

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1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$225K - $265K *

Shape the future of secure administration by leading a dynamic engineering team focused on backend services, user access, and account management. Drive innovation while ensuring operational excellence...

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5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$199K - $270K *

Shape the future of software development by enhancing tooling, CI/CD, and operational workflows, ensuring teams can seamlessly transition code changes into production with improved speed, quality, and...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$173K - $255K *

Elevate your career by defining and enforcing workload safety standards for a growing EKS fleet. Collaborate across teams to enhance availability and performance while mentoring engineers and driving...

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2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$238K - $341K *

Pioneer secure identity solutions by architecting a robust Identity & Trust platform. Lead multi-year strategies, drive high-impact initiatives, and mentor engineers to enhance customer onboarding and...

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6 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$160K - $190K *

Unlock your potential as a key player in software development, leading projects from design to deployment. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance applications, optimize performance, and dr...

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1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$160K - $180K *

Join our dynamic Payments Growth team to build innovative backend services and APIs that empower Hosts to maximize their earnings and drive business growth. Collaborate across functions to deliver imp...

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1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Hospitality & Recreation

$140K - $173K *

Transform data acquisition processes by leading the development of high-performance ingestion pipelines. Collaborate across teams to ensure data quality, reliability, and security while shaping the fu...

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2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$172K - $229K *

Join a dynamic team to enhance autonomous vehicle performance through innovative software tools and metrics. Collaborate cross-functionally to drive technical strategy and ensure data quality, contrib...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Transportation

$100K - $167K *

Drive efficiency at the intersection of product development and customer engagement by building integrations and automations that empower teams with timely, relevant product knowledge and streamline w...

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5 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$110K - $130K *

Create reliable backend systems and tools that empower engineers, ensuring seamless integration and performance across platforms while enhancing developer experience and operational efficiency...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Develop reliable backend systems and platforms that empower engineers. Own capabilities from design to production, enhance performance, and collaborate across teams to improve developer experience and...

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2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $145K *

Contribute to the development of a robust Kubernetes control plane, enhancing multi-cloud infrastructure and driving scalable architecture for enterprise-grade cloud services...

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1 month ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$135K - $160K *

Join a team that's driving innovation in AI integration across diverse products. As a Senior Software Engineer, you'll enhance capabilities, collaborate with cross-functional teams, and ensure secure...

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3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$148K - $201K *

Join us to shape the future of secure software delivery by developing AI-driven workflows and orchestrating complex systems. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to create intuitive solutions that...

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1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $145K *

Empower teams by building internal tools and automations to enhance support efficiency, diagnose issues, and collaborate with product and engineering for improved platform usability and customer exper...

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Yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$95K - $115K *

Engage in high-level systems analysis and implementation of innovative software solutions. Lead development teams, drive best practices, and enhance business processes while utilizing emerging technol...

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$120K - $187K *

Transform the future of our Assessment platform by leading modernization efforts, driving technical excellence, and mentoring teams to deliver scalable, resilient solutions that enhance user experienc...

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Today

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$125K - $150K *

Empower your career by developing scalable data solutions using functional Scala. Join a dynamic team focused on innovative cloud-based applications, collaborating to create high-quality products that...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$180K - $250K *

Tackle systemic challenges by building tools and practices that enhance performance, scalability, and decision-making across engineering teams, fostering collaboration and driving solutions that bridg...

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1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$145K - $175K *

Shape the future of software engineering by leading modernization efforts, solving complex technical challenges, and mentoring teams. Collaborate across product boundaries to enhance system architectu...

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3 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

  • What kinds of $100,000+ jobs are available in Iowa?question toggle

    Listings may include opportunities in healthcare, technology, finance, engineering, manufacturing, insurance, and business leadership. Roles and salary ranges vary by employer and experience.

  • Which Iowa cities have professional jobs listed?question toggle

    Explore opportunities in Des Moines, Cedar Rapids, Iowa City, Davenport, Sioux City, and other Iowa locations. Remote or hybrid openings may also be available.

  • Are all jobs on this page guaranteed to pay at least $100,000?question toggle

    Ladders focuses on professional jobs paying $100,000 or more, but compensation and eligibility can vary. Review each listing for its specific salary information and requirements.

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    Use filters for location, job title, and other preferences, then compare responsibilities and qualifications. Keeping your resume updated and setting job alerts can help you respond to relevant openings.