Cross-Functional Teams Jobs in Chicago, IL

Entry‑level (0–2 yrs) engineers, designers, or analysts earn $70k–$100k, mid‑level (3–5 yrs) range $100k–$150k, senior (5+ yrs) $150k–$200k plus equity or bonus; product‑owner and scrum‑master roles often match senior engineer levels.

Agile certifications (CSM, CSPO, SAFe Agilist, PMI‑ACP) demonstrate process expertise; product‑management credentials (Product Management Professional) show strategic vision; design tools (Figma, Sketch) and data skills (SQL, Python, Tableau) prove domain breadth. Cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP) and CI/CD tooling (Git, Azure DevOps) are also highly sought.

Yes—70% of cross‑functional listings support fully remote or hybrid setups. Key requirements include proficiency with collaboration tools (Slack, Teams), version control (Git), and virtual sprint ceremonies via Zoom or Microsoft Teams.

Typical trajectories start as associate product owner or junior engineer, advance to senior product owner or lead engineer, then to cross‑functional manager, director of product, or VP of product. Each step adds responsibility for sprint governance, stakeholder alignment, and end‑to‑end product strategy.

Current trends include AI‑driven product features, low‑code/no‑code development, data‑first product design, remote‑first culture, and sustainability‑focused initiatives. These shifts demand deeper analytics, ethical AI, and cross‑domain collaboration beyond traditional tech stacks.