Career Defining Opportunities Jobs in Chicago, IL

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RN Registered Nurse

Company: Complete Care at Margate Park

Location: Chicago, IL

Posted Jul 30, 2025

An Active and unrestricted Registered Nurse (RN) License within the state of Illinois. Collaborative Interdisciplinary Engagement: Actively and enthusiastically…

Custodian

Company: Chicago Children's Advocacy Center

Location: Chicago, IL

Posted Jul 30, 2025

To maintain the ChicagoCAC as a clean and safe environment for all clients, employees, partners and guests. The Custodian has a low-level range of discretion…

RN Registered Nurse

Company: Complete Care at the Boulevard

Location: Chicago, IL

Posted Jul 30, 2025

An Active and unrestricted Registered Nurse (RN) License within the state of Illinois. Collaborative Interdisciplinary Engagement: Actively and enthusiastically…

Designer

Company: GoAnimate Inc

Location: Chicago, IL

Posted Jul 30, 2025

Create, design, and develop assets for the Marketing Department, including digital and print advertising, social, email campaigns, trade show displays,…

Garage Door Installer

Company: PeopleReady

Location: Lombard, IL

Posted Jul 30, 2025

Have a good driving record and possess an active driver's license. The experienced carpenter for the position will need to have a valid driver's license which…

Sales Consultant

Company: La-Z-Boy Inc.

Location: Chicago, IL

Posted Jul 29, 2025

Provide support by being responsive to incoming phone calls and emails. Develop and utilize sales skills and principals including approach, rapport building,…

Technical Program Manager, Water Infrastructure

Company: Google

Location: Chicago, IL

Posted Jul 30, 2025

Bachelor's degree in a technical field, or equivalent practical experience. Define the scope of projects and develop, execute, or manage project plans for…

Solutions Architect, Retail, Google Cloud

Company: Google

Location: Chicago, IL

Posted Jul 30, 2025

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, a related engineering field, or equivalent practical experience. A key task is to work with customers, field teams,…

Bilingual English and Spanish Member Loyalty Representative

Company: Oportun

Location: Addison, IL

Posted Jul 30, 2025

Welcome members with a warm greeting and provide quality member service. Basic computer skills and ability to operate office equipment such as, phones, scanners…

Data Scientist

Company: The University of Chicago

Location: Chicago, IL

Posted Jul 29, 2025

Write, Implement, and develop efficient code and machine learning tools and pipelines for data processing and analysis. Advanced degree in computer science.

Journeyman Electrician

Company: Keeler Construction Group

Location: Oak Lawn, IL

Posted Jul 30, 2025

Ability to effectively use hand tools and power tools specific to the electrical trade. Utilize hand tools and power tools proficiently for various electrical…

Client Solutions Manager, Robert Half (Technology) - Chicago, IL

Company: Robert Half

Location: Chicago, IL

Posted Jul 30, 2025

2+ years of business-to-business development experience and/or working in an IT-related field is preferred. Market via video, telephone as well as conduct in-…

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the typical salary ranges for Career Defining roles by seniority?
<strong>Entry‑level (0‑2 yrs):</strong> $90k–$140k for AI/ML or Data Engineer. <strong>Mid‑level (3‑5 yrs):</strong> $120k–$200k, especially for Cloud Architects or Product Leads. <strong>Senior (6‑10 yrs):</strong> $160k–$280k for Senior ML Engineer or Lead Product Manager. <strong>Lead/Director (10+ yrs):</strong> $200k–$350k, often with equity or profit‑sharing.
What skills and certifications are most valuable for these opportunities?
Core skills: Python, PyTorch/TensorFlow, Kubernetes, Terraform, CI/CD (GitHub Actions, ArgoCD). Certifications: AWS Certified Solutions Architect, Google Cloud Professional Data Engineer, Microsoft Certified: Azure AI Engineer, Certified ScrumMaster (CSM), and security credentials like CISSP or CompTIA Security+.
Is remote work available for Career Defining roles?
Yes—over 80% of openings support full‑time remote or hybrid models. Employers provide cloud access, secure VPN, and collaboration tools (Slack, Zoom, Jira) to enable distributed teams.
What career progression paths exist within this category?
Typical trajectory: Associate → Senior → Lead/Principal → Director → VP. Progression hinges on mastering technical depth, leading larger squads, and driving business outcomes. Accelerated paths exist for those who contribute to open‑source, patents, or high‑visibility projects.
What industry trends shape the future of Career Defining Opportunities?
Key trends: democratized AI via AutoML, edge computing for IoT, quantum‑ready cloud services, zero‑trust security, sustainability tech (green cloud), and AI ethics governance. Companies seek leaders who can navigate these shifts.

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