Competitive Base Pay Jobs in Chicago, IL

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Transporation Security Officer

Company: Department of Homeland Security - Transportation Security Administration

Location: Peoria, IL

Posted Jul 14, 2025

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Customer Service Representative

Company: Lawson Products

Location: Chicago, IL

Posted Jul 14, 2025

Responds to a minimum of 40 calls per day in an inbound call center. Possesses entry-level problem solving kills. High School Diploma or GED.

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Physician (Staff Pathologist)

Company: Department of Veterans Affairs - Veterans Health Administration

Location: Chicago, Illinois

Posted Jul 14, 2025

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Housekeeping Aid Supervisor

Company: Department of Veterans Affairs - Veterans Health Administration

Location: North Chicago, Illinois

Posted Jul 14, 2025

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Senior Accountant/Bookkeeper

Company: STANLEY ZILBER & ASSOCIATES, PC

Location: Chicago, IL

Posted Jul 14, 2025

We are seeking a detail-oriented and experienced Senior Accountant/Bookkeeper. The ideal candidate will possess a strong background in Construction Accounting…

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Psychiatrist

Company: Department of Veterans Affairs - Veterans Health Administration

Location: North Chicago, Illinois

Posted Jul 14, 2025

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Residential Lead Painter / Project Manager

Company: Classet

Location: Chicago, IL

Posted Jul 14, 2025

5+ years of management experience in a residential painting, construction, or drywall field. We offer customers everything they need in a painting contractor,…

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Supervisory Information Technology Specialist (Policy and Planning)

Company: Department of the Army - U.S. Military Entrance Processing Command

Location: North Chicago, Illinois

Posted Jul 13, 2025

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Field Representative

Company: Department of Commerce - U.S. Census Bureau

Location: Kendall County, IL

Posted Jul 13, 2025

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Field Supervisor

Company: Department of Commerce - U.S. Census Bureau

Location: Kendall County, IL

Posted Jul 13, 2025

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Gastroenterologist Opportunity – Established Group in Chicago

Company: RosmanSearch

Location: Chicago, Illinois

Posted Jul 14, 2025

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Registered Nurse- FT/PT PM Shift Only!

Company: Pearl of Montclare

Location: Elmwood Park, IL

Posted Jul 14, 2025

Prepare & administer medications as ordered by the physician. Admit, transfer and discharge residents as required. Join The Pearl of Montclare!

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the typical salary ranges for Competitive Base Pay roles by seniority level?
Junior: $80k-$110k; Mid‑Level: $110k-$150k; Senior: $150k-$200k; Lead: $200k-$250k; Principal: $250k-$300k+. Ranges shift 10-15% higher in tech hubs like San Francisco, Seattle, and New York, and can dip 5-10% in smaller markets.
Which technical skills and certifications are most valuable for Competitive Base Pay positions?
Core coding fluency in Python, Java, Go, or Rust; cloud proficiency with AWS Certified Solutions Architect, Azure Fundamentals, or GCP Associate Cloud Engineer; container & orchestration expertise in Kubernetes, Helm, and Docker; CI/CD mastery with GitHub Actions, ArgoCD, or Jenkins; security credentials such as CISSP, CompTIA Security+, or AWS Certified Security Specialty; data science certifications like TensorFlow Developer or AWS Certified Data Analytics.
How common is remote work for Competitive Base Pay roles?
Over 70% of listings allow fully remote work, especially in cloud, DevOps, AI/ML, and security. Hybrid models typically require 1‑2 on‑site days per week, while some on‑prem roles still mandate on‑site presence for compliance or infrastructure maintenance.
What career progression paths exist within Competitive Base Pay roles?
Typical ladder: Junior → Mid‑Level → Senior → Lead → Principal. Engineers may transition into Solution Architecture, Technical Program Management, or Security Leadership. Product Managers often move to Senior PM, Director, or VP of Product. Continuous learning and impact on revenue or scale are key promotion drivers.
What industry trends are shaping Competitive Base Pay salaries?
Demand is rising for AI/ML specialists, serverless architects, and edge‑computing engineers. Cloud‑native technologies like Kubernetes, Terraform, and GitOps are premium. Cybersecurity remains a high‑pay niche, especially for threat‑intel and cloud‑security roles. Remote hiring and diversity initiatives further push salary parity and transparency.

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