As of October 01, 2026, the average annual salary for Automation Developer in Des Moines, IA is $104,782, equivalent to $50 per hour, $2,015 weekly, or $8,732 monthly. These figures, sourced from Salary.com’s real-time job posting scans, highlight competitive earning potential for Automation Developer in cities like San Jose, Santa Clara, and San Francisco.

Annually Salaries for Automation Developer in Des Moines, IA vary widely, spanning from $90,653 to $120,426. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($97,386) and 75th percentile ($112,970), while top earners (90th percentile) make $120,426 per year. This $15,584 pay gap underscores opportunities for salary growth through certifications, specialized skills like Analysis or Python, or targeting high-paying regions like District of Columbia or California.

Location and experience significantly influence earnings. For example, Des Moines Automation Developer often earn 2.5% lower than national averages. However, Des Moines currently ranks 416 statewide for Automation Developer job salary. Professionals are advised to focus on high-growth sectors like to offset market challenges.

Based on HR-reported data: a national average with a geographic differential
Automation Developer Salaries by Percentile
Percentile Salary Location Last Updated
10th Percentile Automation Developer Salary $90,653 Des Moines, IA October 01, 2026
25th Percentile Automation Developer Salary $97,386 Des Moines, IA October 01, 2026
50th Percentile Automation Developer Salary $104,782 Des Moines, IA October 01, 2026
75th Percentile Automation Developer Salary $112,970 Des Moines, IA October 01, 2026
90th Percentile Automation Developer Salary $120,426 Des Moines, IA October 01, 2026
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    Test Engineer II

    2 - 4 years experience
    Bachelor's Degree

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    Automation Developer

    4 - 7 years experience
    Bachelor's Degree

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    Bachelor's Degree

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