Are you passionate about solving problems and developing software that improves work efficiency? Do you want to apply your programming skills to real business challenges while mastering Salesforce, a top-tier enterprise platform? If so, we have the ideal opportunity for you!
Our Distribution IT team is seeking an ambitious Salesforce Software Engineer I or II to compose, build, and support solutions on the Salesforce platform. This role is perfect for someone early in their technology career who enjoys coding, learning new technologies, collaborating with others, and transforming business problems into software solutions.
Join us in providing seamless solutions that empower our sales and distribution teams to thrive throughout the United States. At Principal Financial Group, we foster a cooperative environment where every team member's input is appreciated. This is your opportunity to join a top-tier team and develop a fulfilling career in technology!
Who You Are:The following salary ranges reflect market-specific compensation for this position across multiple job levels. Candidates will be evaluated to determine the appropriate job level based on their skills and experience.
In our Agile/Lean DevOps environment, we’ve built a culture that encourages innovation and experimentation within our development teams. As a customer-focused organization, we collaborate closely with our end users and product owners to understand and promptly address emerging business needs.
Collaboration is embedded into everything we do – from the products we develop to the quality service we provide. We’re driven by the belief that diversity of thought, background, and perspective is critical to crafting the best products and experiences for our customers.
This role offers in-office, hybrid (blending at least three office days in a typical work week) from Des Moines, IA.
At this time, we're not considering applicants that need any type of immigration sponsorship (additional work authorization or permanent work authorization) now or in the future to work in the United States. This includes, but IS NOT LIMITED TO: F1-OPT, F1-CPT, H-1B, TN, L-1, J-1, etc. For additional information around work authorization needs please use the following links.
Nonimmigrant Workers and Green Card for Employment-Based Immigrants
For Principal Asset Management positions, you’ll need to follow an Investment Code of Ethics related to personal and business conduct as well as personal trading activities for you and members of your household. These same requirements may also apply to other positions across the organization.
At Principal, we value connecting on both a personal and professional level. Together, we’re imagining a more purpose-led future for financial services – and that starts with you. Our success depends on the unique experiences, backgrounds, and talents of our employees. And we support our employees the same way we support our customers: with comprehensive, competitive benefit offerings crafted to protect their physical, financial, and social well-being. Check out our careers site to learn more about our purpose, values and benefits.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status.
Posting Window: We will accept applications for 3 full days following the Original Posting Date, after which the posting may remain open or be removed based upon applications received. If we choose to post the job again, we will accept additional applications for at least 1 full day following the Most Recently Posted Date. Please submit applications in a timely manner as there is no guarantee the posting will be available beyond the applicable deadline. Date First Posted (TTF): 7/29/2026 Latest Post Date: Careers - US: 7/28/2026
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: #LI-EW1| Location | Des Moines, Iowa |
| Job Type | Full-time |
| Salary | $65,000–$98,000 Per Year |