Top Remote IT Jobs in Des Moines, IA

Design, develop, and maintain high-performance Scala/Java server-side applications and RESTful APIs. Work on distributed systems, ensure data integrity and security, write unit tests, optimize performance, participate in design reviews, and mentor junior engineers while supporting CMS mission requirements.

Design and guide secure, scalable enterprise and cloud architectures (DNS, Azure, AWS, on-prem). Lead cloud migrations, implement monitoring, integrate hybrid environments, present technical briefings, and mentor staff while ensuring security and performance for a mission-focused government client.

Principal frontend-focused software engineer responsible for leading frontend architecture, standards, tooling, accessibility, performance, testing, and deployment practices. The role delivers scalable customer-facing web applications, component libraries, and design systems using React or Angular. It includes cross-functional product collaboration, technical decision-making, mentoring, modernization initiatives, and occasional full-stack work. The position is remote, requires U.S. citizenship, Public Trust 6C eligibility, and approximately 0–10% business travel.

Design, develop, and architect enterprise applications using Microsoft Power Platform, including Power Apps, Power Automate, Power Pages, and Dataverse. Integrate enterprise data sources, build custom plugins and APIs, implement secure architectures, and establish ALM and deployment practices. Lead and mentor a team of developers, collaborate with stakeholders and technical teams, participate in Agile ceremonies, and present technical solutions.

Supports network design and implementation at Air Force and Space Force bases. Assists with equipment and infrastructure installation, fiber-optic testing, troubleshooting, documentation, assessments, stakeholder coordination, and project communication. Works with senior engineers, government counterparts, vendors, and implementation teams to sustain wired network functionality. The position requires Secret clearance, U.S. citizenship, and extensive travel to field sites, primarily Eielson Air Force Base in Fairbanks, Alaska.

Lead the strategic direction of frontend engineering, architecture, tooling, and standards. Build accessible, high-performing React or Angular applications, component libraries, design systems, deployment pipelines, and testing strategies. Drive modernization, performance, accessibility, and developer-experience initiatives while collaborating with product and design teams. Mentor engineers, influence cross-team technical decisions, and contribute across the full stack when needed. The role is remote, requires U.S. citizenship and the ability to obtain Public Trust 6C, and involves up to 10% travel.

Serve as servant leader for the Agile Release Train supporting CMM modernization: plan and facilitate PI Planning, synchronize multiple Scrum teams, manage risks and dependencies, coach SAFe adoption, maintain ART metrics, drive CI/CD and DevSecOps improvements, ensure federal Agile compliance, and deliver measurable PI objectives and governance artifacts.

Leads data operations and governance for a large cloud modernization program. Oversees data platforms, pipelines, integrations, analytics environments, incidents, service requests, releases, performance, resilience, and data quality. Coordinates cloud, engineering, application, cybersecurity, and infrastructure teams; maintains operational documentation, dashboards, metrics, and risk logs. Partners with governance and engineering teams to implement metadata, lineage, stewardship, automation, CI/CD, observability, and SRE practices. Leads personnel, manages escalations, briefs executives, and drives continuous operational improvement.

Provides information security support for federal healthcare systems, including security architecture reviews, firewall and infrastructure initiatives, security impact assessments, mitigating controls, system security plans, SOPs, and POA&M remediation. Advises development teams and customer security organizations on federal security requirements, emerging practices such as Zero Trust and SBOM, network monitoring, authentication, and data security. The role is remote and requires passing an IHS background check for Public Trust eligibility.

Designs accessible, user-centered dashboards, reporting tools, predictive analytics screens, and AI/ML interfaces for a federal case management modernization program. Responsibilities include creating prototypes and wireframes, conducting usability testing, establishing visualization and interaction standards, collaborating with data and development teams, ensuring Section 508 and WCAG compliance, and designing interpretable AI/ML decision-support experiences. The role also contributes to design systems, Agile delivery, UX governance, and user adoption.

Develops and administers privacy, data classification, retention, and data-sharing policies for a federal court data platform. Conducts Privacy Impact Assessments, privacy risk analyses, and technical problem solving; drafts and manages data-sharing agreements, MOUs, and ISAs; maintains agreement inventories; and advises governance, legal, engineering, and business stakeholders on privacy-by-design, regulatory compliance, and secure handling of sensitive and personally identifiable information.

Design and develop scalable cloud applications using Node.js, microservices, Azure, and AWS. Build workflow, data integration, REST API, serverless, and event-driven solutions; integrate client applications with cloud storage; implement security, testing, CI/CD, and DevSecOps practices. Optimize performance and cost, collaborate with cross-functional teams, provide technical leadership and mentorship, conduct technology research, and communicate architecture and recommendations to stakeholders.

Leads the SaaS and AI application sourcing team, overseeing software procurement, RFPs, negotiations, renewals, supplier performance, compliance, and cost optimization. Manages agreements covering pricing, usage, data security, audit rights, and termination terms. Establishes procurement processes, playbooks, metrics, and automation while partnering with Finance, Legal, Technology, Security, and program teams. Coaches team members, supports executive supplier engagements, and ensures FAR-compliant government contracting practices.

Provides enterprise technical leadership for cloud and network modernization across DoD environments. Engineers multi-cloud integrations, secure connectivity, cloud access points, routing and switching, data center technologies, F5 ADC solutions, and Zero Trust architectures. Leads migration planning, compliance with DoD security frameworks, Tier 3/4 troubleshooting, technical documentation, executive recommendations, and cross-disciplinary initiatives. The hybrid role supports DLA and requires periodic onsite work for NIPR/SIPR operations.

Leads AI-enabled software development lifecycle practices and full-stack Java development. Designs and maintains scalable microservices, AWS cloud environments, SecDevOps processes, CI/CD pipelines, and security controls. Provides technical leadership, mentors developers, develops technology roadmaps, integrates systems and APIs, and supports compliance and organizational change initiatives.

Develop, configure, customize, integrate, test, and troubleshoot ServiceNow applications for CMS. Build workflows, automations, access controls, Service Catalog solutions, APIs, and integrations using REST, SOAP, and Integration Hub. Use ServiceNow AI capabilities and JavaScript-based development tools, participate in code reviews, maintain technical documentation, ensure system reliability, and recommend platform improvements. Collaborate with cross-functional Agile teams while managing shifting priorities and supporting advanced ServiceNow capabilities including ITSM, Discovery, CMDB, Now Assist, AI Search, and Automated Test Framework.

Develop, configure, and integrate BMC Helix/Remedy applications using Developer and Innovation Studio. Build workflows, forms, REST/WebService/LDAP integrations, data imports, and digital workplace offerings. Support onboarding, incidents, change requests, sprint work, demos, documentation, and production change management while following ITIL and Agile practices.

Develop, configure, and integrate BMC Helix/Remedy applications using Developer and Innovation Studio. Build workflows, forms, REST/API/WebService/LDAP integrations, data imports, and digital workplace offerings. Support incidents, change management, demos, requirements gathering, testing, and sprint delivery. Maintain production, follow change control, participate in on-call rotation and Agile ceremonies, and drive continual service improvement.

Develop and configure ServiceNow applications, workflows, scripts, and custom solutions to automate business processes. The role involves collaborating with customers, troubleshooting applications and integrations, supporting deployments, ensuring software compliance, evaluating system interfaces, and documenting testing and maintenance. Candidates should have a bachelor’s degree and relevant ServiceNow development experience. The position is fully remote, requires U.S. citizenship, and involves no travel or security clearance.

Develops, secures, deploys, and supports PACER and court-record systems across the software lifecycle. Responsibilities include building applications and web services, managing CI/CD pipelines, containerized applications, cloud technologies, source control, vulnerability remediation, PCI and FISMA compliance, architecture, testing, performance tuning, disaster recovery, documentation, and Agile collaboration. The role also provides technical support, stakeholder communication, training, and recommendations for emerging technologies.

Leads the surveying, design, installation, and implementation of telecommunications rooms and infrastructure at Eielson Air Force Base. Develops rack, cabling, grounding, electrical, cooling, and equipment layouts; manages government, contractor, and subcontractor installation teams; coordinates facility upgrades and network, fiber, ISP, and OSP integration; ensures compliance with DoD, UFC, TIA/EIA, and I3A standards; and supports design reviews and customer briefings.

Serve as Product Owner for Oracle/Cerner clinical solutions, partnering with stakeholders to define workflows, write user stories, manage backlogs, configure systems, support enterprise deployment and adoption, and provide SME through the product lifecycle. Requires risk mitigation, cross-team collaboration, and occasional travel.

Monitors government-funded care programs through on-site visits, provider interviews, documentation reviews, inventory assessments, and compliance evaluations. Identifies technical assistance needs, evaluates service quality and individual safety, conducts entrance and exit meetings, prepares monitoring reports, maintains records, and advises providers on child welfare best practices and corrective actions. The role is fully remote with frequent domestic travel to designated provider sites.

Designs and manages AWS cloud infrastructure and Amazon EKS platforms using GitLab CI/CD and Infrastructure as Code. Builds ETL workflows and scalable data pipelines for analytics and AI workloads, supports MLOps/AIOps and FinOps capabilities, troubleshoots Linux systems, and improves platform performance, security, scalability, and availability.

Develop and maintain BMC Helix/Remedy workflows, forms, and integrations (REST, WebService, LDAP). Gather requirements, produce design/test documentation, manage change requests and production, support customer onboarding and demos, participate in Agile sprints and on-call rotation, and pursue continual service improvements while minimizing customization and technical debt.