Job Information
Principal Financial Group Software Engineer (Drupal, React, AWS) in United States
What You'll Do
We are seeking a Front-End Software Engineer with strong Drupal development experience to support key initiatives throughout the year. This role will focus primarily on Drupal-based web development , with additional front-end work using React for non-Drupal applications. While Drupal expertise is essential, the ideal candidate is flexible, curious, and willing to work across multiple front-end technologies as business needs evolve.
What You’ll Do
Independently analyze, design, develop, test, debug, and maintain front-end web solutions
Lead and contribute to Drupal-based development , including theming, customization, and integration
Develop front-end components using React for non-Drupal applications
Participate in technical design discussions and make well-reasoned design decisions and trade-offs
Work across multiple layers of the application, demonstrating technical independence and ownership
Write clean, maintainable, well-documented code following best practices
Perform automated testing and participate in quality assurance reviews
Collaborate with cross-functional teams including product, UX, business partners, and other engineers
Support application implementations, enhancements, and ongoing maintenance
Participate in on-call support as required
Who You Are
Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Technology, or a related field (or equivalent experience)
3+ years of professional software development experience
Strong hands-on experience with Drupal
Experience working in front-end web development environments
Proficiency with web programming languages, frameworks, and database-backed applications
Ability to work independently while contributing effectively within a team
Strong problem-solving, analytical, and decision-making skills
Excellent communication and collaboration skills
Proven ability to manage time effectively and maintain a high degree of accuracy and confidentiality
Willingness to learn new technologies and continuously grow technical skills
Salary Range Information
Salary ranges below reflect targeted base salaries. Non-sales positions have the opportunity to participate in a bonus program. Sales positions are eligible for sales incentives, and in some instances a bonus plan, whereby total compensation may far exceed base salary depending on individual performance. Actual compensation for all roles will be based upon geographic location, work experience, education, licensure requirements and/or skill level and will be finalized at the time of offer.
Salary Range (Non-Exempt expressed as hourly; Exempt expressed as yearly)
$85000 - $165000 / year
Salary Details
The following locations are examples of market-specific salary ranges across different geographies. Candidates will be evaluated to determine the appropriate job level based on their skills and experience. Our offices are located in Des Moines, IA, Raleigh, NC, and Charlotte, NC. These offices offer a hybrid work arrangement otherwise we are open to other locations in a remote environment.
Wichita, KS:
Software Engineer III: $85,000 - $100,000 / year
Sr. Software Engineer I: $105,000 - $124,000 / year
Des Moines, IA:
Software Engineer III: $95,000 - $113,000 / year
Sr. Software Engineer I: $116,000 - $138,000 / year
Charlotte, NC:
Software Engineer III: $95,000 - $113,000 / year
Sr. Software Engineer I: $116,000 - $138,000 / year
Chicago/Minneapolis:
Software Engineer III: $104,000 - $125,000 / year
Sr. Software Engineer I: $128,000 - $152,000 / year
Los Angeles/New York City:
Software Engineer III: $113,000 - $135,000 / year
Sr. Software Engineer I: $140,000 - $165,000 / year
Time Off Program
Flexible Time Off (FTO) is provided to salaried (exempt) employees and provides the opportunity to take time away from the office with pay for vacation, personal or short-term illness. Employees don’t accrue a bank of time off under FTO and there is no set number of days provided.
Pension Eligible
Yes
Job Level
We’ll consider talent at the next level with the right experience and skills.
Work Environment
This role offers in-office, hybrid (blending at least three office days in a typical workweek), and remote work arrangements (only if residing more than 30 miles from Des Moines, IA, Raleigh, NC, or Charlotte, NC). You’ll work with your leader to figure out which option may align best based on several factors.
Work Authorization/Sponsorship
At this time, we're not considering candidates that need any type of immigration sponsorship now or in the future or those needing work authorization for this role. (This includes, but is not limited to students on F1-OPT, F1-CPT, J-1, etc.)
Nonimmigrant Workers (https://www.uscis.gov/working-in-the-united-states/temporary-nonimmigrant-workers) and Green Card for Employment-Based Immigrants (https://www.uscis.gov/green-card/green-card-eligibility/green-card-for-employment-based-immigrants)
Investment Code of Ethics
For Principal Global Investors 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.
Experience Principal
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 (https://www.principal.com/about-us/careers) to learn more about our purpose, values and benefits.
Principal is an Equal Opportunity Employer
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.
Original Posting Date
3/11/2026
Most Recently Posted Date
3/11/2026
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