Competitive Pay Jobs in Chicago, IL

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C# Engineer

Company: BlackRock Investments

Location: Chicago, IL

Posted Aug 06, 2025

Participate in cross-functional feature requirements gathering, design, and implementation. You will collaborate with experienced engineers to develop and…

CDL-A Truck Driver - 1099 - Up to $5,000 / week

Company: P&S

Location: Chicago, IL

Posted Aug 06, 2025

Truck payment: $500/week to $650/week depending on truck. No credit check, $0 down. Balloon payment at end of term. Earn 70% of line haul.

Global Practice Architect, Infrastructure III, Google Cloud

Company: Google

Location: Chicago, IL

Posted Aug 06, 2025

You will orchestrate across numerous contributing teams including solutions, services, partners, product engineering, marketing, and GTM stakeholder…

CDL-A Truck Driver: Company or 1099

Company: P&S

Location: Chicago, IL

Posted Aug 06, 2025

Truck payment: $500/week to $650/week depending on truck. *Top drivers earn up to $90,000 per year*. No credit check, $0 down. Balloon payment at end of term.

Python Developer

Company: BlackRock Investments

Location: Chicago, IL

Posted Aug 06, 2025

Participate in cross-functional feature requirements gathering, design, and implementation. You will collaborate with experienced engineers to develop and…

Senior Security Governance, Risk & Compliance (GRC) Analyst

Company: Boeing

Location: Chicago, IL

Posted Aug 06, 2025

This role focuses on configuration, administration, and ongoing support to ensure effective cybersecurity risk visibility and reporting striving for highest…

Data Scientist II, Condition Monitoring

Company: Caterpillar

Location: Chicago, IL

Posted Aug 06, 2025

In-depth technical and problem-solving skills and evidence of continuous learning in the analytics field. Programming Languages: Working knowledge of basic…

Project Manager II

Company: Gilbane Building Company

Location: Chicago, IL

Posted Aug 06, 2025

Participates in enrollment for insurance and bonds; tracks and obtains trade contractors’ compliance. Strong technical and communication skills are critical.

Dump Truck Driver

Company: Hana Transport Inc.

Location: Chicago, IL

Posted Aug 06, 2025

Valid commercial driver's license (CDL A) with, 3+ years experience in dump/must have a clean CDL License with no more than 2 tickets in the past 3-years.

Tool Room Machinist 1st shift)

Company: Klein Tools

Location: Elk Grove Village, IL

Posted Aug 06, 2025

Fits and assembles parts into complete assembly, using jigs, fixtures, surface plates, surface table, hand tools and power tools. Ability to weld is a plus.

Frequently Asked Questions

What are typical salary ranges for Competitive Pay roles at different seniority levels?
Junior (0‑2 years) $90k‑$120k, Mid‑level (3‑5 years) $120k‑$160k, Senior (6‑10 years) $160k‑$220k, Lead (10+ years) $220k‑$280k, Principal/Architect $280k‑$350k, and VP/CTO $350k‑$500k+. Regional premiums apply in tech hubs like SF, NYC, and Austin.
What skills and certifications are most valuable for Competitive Pay roles?
Proficiency in Python, Java, or Go; deep knowledge of TensorFlow, PyTorch, or Scikit‑learn for ML; Terraform, Kubernetes, Docker for Cloud; CI/CD tools such as Jenkins or GitLab; security frameworks like Zero‑Trust and tools like Splunk. Certifications: AWS Certified Solutions Architect, Google Cloud Professional Data Engineer, Certified Ethical Hacker, TensorFlow Developer Certificate, and PMP for project leadership.
Can I work remotely in Competitive Pay positions?
Yes—over 70% of Competitive Pay roles offer full remote or hybrid options. Many companies provide remote‑first policies for software, data, and security roles, while on‑site requirements are rare for Cloud Architecture and DevOps positions that need on‑prem integration. Check the location field in each listing for remote flags.
What career paths can I expect after starting in Competitive Pay roles?
Typical progression goes: Junior Engineer → Mid‑level Engineer → Senior Engineer → Tech Lead → Principal Engineer/Architect → VP/CTO. Each step adds leadership, architecture design, and strategic responsibilities. Lateral moves into product management or data science leadership are also common for high‑pay professionals.
What industry trends are shaping Competitive Pay roles?
Fast‑moving AI/ML model deployment, multi‑cloud strategies, edge AI, data privacy regulations (GDPR, CCPA), DevSecOps integration, and AI‑driven automation of security and ops. Companies reward professionals who can architect hybrid cloud, implement MLOps pipelines, and secure data pipelines with zero‑trust principles.

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