Competitive Salary Range Jobs in Chicago, IL

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Life-Skills Special Education Teacher

Company: The Menta Education Group

Location: Chicago, IL

Posted Apr 21, 2025

Professional Educator's License (PEL) with LBS1 (Special Education Teacher) certification or PEL with Secondary Education and a desire to obtain your Special…

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Travel Nurse RN - PCU - Progressive Care Unit - $2,218 per week

Company: GHR Healthcare

Location: East Chicago, Indiana

Posted Apr 20, 2025

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Director of Nursing Operations - Endoscopy

Company: Cook County Health

Location: Chicago, Illinois

Posted Apr 20, 2025

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Senior Specialist - Program & Project Management

Company: LTIMindtree

Location: Chicago, IL

Posted Apr 24, 2025

The candidate must lead and manage end-to-end ISO 20022 implementation project, ensuring timely delivery within scope and budget.

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Tax Senior - Financial Services Organization - State and Local Tax - Real Estate

Company: EY

Location: Chicago, IL

Posted Apr 20, 2025

A CPA certification, or good standing as a member of a state bar. Staying abreast of state & local tax developments and work to develop new and innovative…

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Travel Nurse RN - Telemetry - $1,606 per week

Company: AHS Staffing

Location: Chicago, Illinois

Posted Apr 20, 2025

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Travel Interventional Radiology Technologist - $2,281 per week

Company: Supplemental Health Care

Location: Chicago, Illinois

Posted Apr 21, 2025

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Corporate Tax Accountant

Company: Expansive

Location: Chicago, IL

Posted Apr 24, 2025

Maintain compliance with all multi-state income and franchise tax requirements, including entity-related taxes as well as payroll / employer / employee-related…

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Senior Graphic Designer, Things Remembered

Company: PMall

Location: Burr Ridge, IL

Posted Apr 21, 2025

Expert in Design Software: Proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign) and other design tools; basic understanding of HTML and CSS;…

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Sous Chef

Company: Shaw's Crab House

Location: Schaumburg, IL

Posted Apr 24, 2025

Use tact and good judgment when dealing with challenges pertaining to guests, vendors and employees, and respond with patience and courtesy.

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Travel Emergency Room RN - $1,620 per week

Company: Travel Nurses, Inc.

Location: Chicago, Illinois

Posted Apr 21, 2025

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Manager, Ontology & Data Modeling

Company: Capital One

Location: Chicago, IL

Posted Apr 22, 2025

Understand and leverage technology and end-state architecture vision in partnership with Technology, Machine Learning, and other Capital One teams to support…

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the typical salary ranges by seniority for Competitive Salary Range roles?
Entry‑level engineers and analysts typically earn $70k–$100k. Mid‑level professionals command $100k–$150k. Senior engineers and architects range from $150k–$200k. Lead or principal positions fall between $200k–$250k, while directors, VPs, and senior leadership can earn $250k–$350k, depending on industry, geography, and technical depth.
Which skills and certifications are required for Competitive Salary Range positions?
Core technical skills include Python, Java, or Go; cloud platforms such as AWS, Azure, or GCP; containerization with Docker and Kubernetes; infrastructure‑as‑code tools like Terraform; and data science frameworks like TensorFlow or PyTorch. Certifications that boost credibility are AWS Certified Solutions Architect, GCP Professional Cloud Architect, Certified Kubernetes Administrator, and CISSP or CEH for security roles.
How common is remote work for Competitive Salary Range roles?
Approximately 80% of positions in this category offer fully remote or hybrid arrangements, especially for cloud, AI, and DevOps roles. Remote‑first companies such as HashiCorp, Snowflake, and Databricks list all 5,261 roles with a remote option, allowing candidates to choose locations that match their desired compensation band.
What are the typical career progression paths within Competitive Salary Range roles?
A common trajectory starts with Junior Engineer → Engineer → Senior Engineer → Lead Engineer/Principal → Architect → Engineering Manager → Director/VP. Progression timelines vary but usually span 2–4 years per promotion; moving from a mid‑level engineer to a senior role often takes 3–5 years, while reaching a director level can take 8–10 years of experience and proven project leadership.
What industry trends are shaping Competitive Salary Range roles?
Key trends include accelerated AI/ML adoption (70% increase in enterprise AI spend), cloud‑native architecture expanding into edge computing, the rise of low‑code platforms, and heightened demand for cybersecurity talent due to a 30% rise in ransomware attacks. Companies are also investing in 5G and IoT integration, driving new roles that blend network engineering with data analytics.

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