Competitive Base Pay Jobs in Chicago, IL

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per diem travel travel reimbursement

Travel Mammography Technologist - $2,265 per week

Company: Health Advocates Network-Allied

Location: Chicago, Illinois

Posted Feb 11, 2025

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hospital life insurance mileage reimbursement

Registered Nurse (RN) - Home Health - $37-56 per hour

Company: Advocate Aurora Health

Location: North Chicago, Illinois

Posted Feb 11, 2025

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travel

Travel Nurse RN - PCU - Progressive Care Unit - $2,339 per week

Company: Access Healthcare

Location: Chicago, Illinois

Posted Feb 11, 2025

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Senior Graphic Designer

Company: ZS

Location: Chicago, IL

Posted Feb 12, 2025

Bachelor's degree in graphic design, advertising or a related field. We are seeking a creative innovator and collaborative digital-first graphic designer with a…

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per diem travel travel reimbursement

Travel CT Technologist - $2,512 per week

Company: Health Advocates Network-Allied

Location: Chicago, Illinois

Posted Feb 11, 2025

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travel holidays 401(k)

Travel Nurse RN - ICU - Intensive Care Unit - $2,087 per week

Company: Triage Staffing

Location: Chicago, Illinois

Posted Feb 11, 2025

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travel

Travel Nurse RN - Pediatrics - $2,208 per week

Company: Access Healthcare

Location: Chicago, Illinois

Posted Feb 11, 2025

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locum travel 401(k)

Travel Respiratory Therapist - $1,985 per week

Company: Solomon Page

Location: East Chicago, Indiana

Posted Feb 11, 2025

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relocation assistance staffing agency contract

Travel Nurse RN - PCU - Progressive Care Unit - $2,009 per week

Company: Focus Staff

Location: Chicago, Illinois

Posted Feb 11, 2025

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Mitigation Project Manager

Company: Real Restoration Group

Location: Chicago, IL

Posted Feb 11, 2025

Valid driver's license with a clean driving record. Conduct site inspections, develop scopes of work, and ensure project timelines and budgets are met.

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travel 401(k) dental insurance

Travel Nurse RN - ED - Emergency Department - $1,578 per week

Company: Genie Healthcare

Location: Chicago, Illinois

Posted Feb 11, 2025

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loan repayment program travel holidays

Staff - Staff - Registered Nurse (RN) - Home Health

Company: Advocate Aurora Health

Location: West Chicago, Illinois

Posted Feb 11, 2025

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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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