Competitive Base Pay Jobs in Chicago, IL

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Information Security Analyst (Hybrid, Greater Chicago Area)

Company: Byline Bank.

Location: Chicago, IL

Posted Aug 13, 2025

Participates in risk assessments to identify and assess security risks of new, existing, or proposed infrastructure.

Sales Engineer (Healthcare)

Company: Gong.io Inc.

Location: Chicago, IL

Posted Aug 13, 2025

Customer facing experience in a sales engineering role (pre-sales) or a combination of sales engineering and other relevant work experience (ie: Sales…

Marketing Manager

Company: Confidential

Location: Chicago, IL

Posted Aug 13, 2025

Education: Bachelor's degree in Marketing or a related field, MBA or masters within the applicable field or tenor experience preferred.

Residential High Rise Association - Helper A Janitor & Maintenance (Uptown)

Company: The Building Group

Location: Chicago, IL

Posted Aug 13, 2025

To perform repairs to common areas including HVAC, plumbing, electrical, and carpentry components, and other items as required. Ability to lift 50 lbs.

Banquet Chef

Company: Rivers Casino Des Plaines

Location: Des Plaines, IL

Posted Aug 13, 2025

Ensures that all guests are treated in a prompt, professional and courteous manner. Accredited degree or certification in culinary arts, hospitality, or…

Graphic Designer

Company: FISHER PRINTING

Location: Bridgeview, IL

Posted Aug 13, 2025

Candidate will work with our database to locate and import graphic and text files. Fisher Printing designs ads and signage for retailers nationwide that are…

Janitor / Laborer for Retirement Facility

Company: Retirement & Assisted Living Facility

Location: Northlake, IL

Posted Aug 13, 2025

Duties will include but not limited to: Prepare rooms for new move-ins; Patch dry wall & painting of various parts in building; Pull and install carpet and…

Armed Security Officer 2nd & 3rd Shift (Niles, IL)

Company: Advanced Security Solutions Inc.

Location: Niles, IL

Posted Aug 13, 2025

Must have a valid driver's license. Work in various environments including adverse outdoor conditions such as cold, rain or heat; Constant mental alertness and…

Armed Security Officer 1st, 2nd & 3rd Shifts

Company: Advanced Security Solutions Inc.

Location: Skokie, IL

Posted Aug 13, 2025

Must have a valid driver's license. Work in various environments including adverse outdoor conditions such as cold, rain or heat; Constant mental alertness and…

Welder

Company: Sureway Group, Inc.

Location: Franklin Park, IL

Posted Aug 13, 2025

Ability to read and interpret technical drawings and specifications. The Welder will work with different materials and tools, contributing to the production of…

Bilingual Customer Service (Haitian Creole/English) – Call Center

Company: American Freedom Insurance Company

Location: Mount Prospect, IL

Posted Aug 13, 2025

*Career Development:* Paid training, ergonomic workstations, and state licensing reimbursement, professional development with advancement opportunities.

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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