Competitive Base Pay Jobs in Chicago, IL

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Seeking for an Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery

Company: Department of Veterans Affairs

Location: North Chicago, Illinois

Posted May 11, 2025

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Speech/Language Pathologist - Clinical Fellowship School - (SLP - Clinical Fellowship School)

Company: AMN Healthcare, Inc. Medical

Location: NORTH CHICAGO, Illinois

Posted May 11, 2025

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Neurologist, MS Specialist - West Suburbs Chicago

Company: Endeavor Health

Location: Naperville & Warrenville IL

Posted May 12, 2025

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Endocrinology Opportunity

Company: Northwestern Medicine Regional Medical Group

Location: Chicago Western Suburbs

Posted May 12, 2025

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Physical Therapist - Acute - (PT - Acute)

Company: AMN Healthcare, Inc. Medical

Location: EAST CHICAGO, Indiana

Posted May 11, 2025

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Executive Director for Innovation & Technology and Non-Tenured Faculty Open Rank

Company: University of Illinois Chicago College of Dentistry

Location: Chicago, Illinois

Posted May 12, 2025

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Receptionists Concierge and Customer Service

Company: Loyola University Health System

Location: Maywood, IL

Posted May 11, 2025

This role involves answering inquiries, directing or escorting individuals throughout the hospital, and assisting with physical needs such as wheelchair support…

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Sr. Manager Partner Marketing

Company: Ursus, Inc.

Location: Chicago, IL

Posted May 13, 2025

8+ years global partner marketing experience in the B2B tech sector driving partner marketing pipeline and supporting revenue growth.

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Senior Manager Audit

Company: LKQ Corporation

Location: Chicago, IL

Posted May 12, 2025

Develop, plan and manage the delivery of reports to the Leadership Team and the Audit Committee providing an independent assessment of the efficiency and…

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HVAC Service Technician

Company: EMCOR Services Team Mechanical, Inc.

Location: Chicago, IL

Posted May 12, 2025

Attend promptly to service calls dispatched through Service and at times direct from customer. Each employee has a responsibility for their own safety, the…

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CNC Machinist

Company: Accelera

Location: Harwood Heights, IL

Posted May 13, 2025

Ability to interpret complex mechanical drawings, including GD&T. You will work with Doosan and Haas machines, read complex part drawings, and make necessary…

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Unarmed Security Officer

Company: Genric, Inc.

Location: Harvey, IL

Posted May 13, 2025

The Security Officer will provide mobile and foot patrol of the property; traffic direction and control; physical security inspections of plant buildings and…

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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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