Cutting-Edge Technology Jobs in Chicago, IL

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Systems Engineer - Microsoft 365

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Location: Oak Park, IL

Posted Feb 06, 2025

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Systems Engineer - Microsoft 365

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Location: Niles, IL

Posted Feb 06, 2025

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RN - Home Health

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Location: Springfield, IL

Posted Feb 06, 2025

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Developmental Engineer

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Location: Downers Grove, IL

Posted Feb 06, 2025

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Senior Fraud Customer Engagement Consultant

Company: TransUnion

Location: Chicago, IL

Posted Feb 06, 2025

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Lead Implementation Specialist (Fraud Strategy Execution)

Company: Discover

Location: Riverwoods, IL

Posted Feb 06, 2025

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Clinical Data Analyst

Company: The University of Chicago

Location: Chicago, IL

Posted Feb 06, 2025

Minimum requirements include a college or university degree in related field. A degree in Computer Science, Bioinformatics, Engineering, or a related field.

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Knowledge Specialist

Company: Uber

Location: Chicago, IL

Posted Feb 06, 2025

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Relationship Banker - NW St Louis Market - Alton/Edwardsville, Illinois

Company: JPMorgan Chase

Location: Edwardsville, IL

Posted Feb 06, 2025

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Verizon Sales Consultant

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Location: Belvidere, IL

Posted Feb 06, 2025

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Developmental Engineer

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Location: Bloomington, IL

Posted Feb 06, 2025

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Logistics Analyst

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Location: Lake Bluff, IL

Posted Feb 06, 2025

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are typical salary ranges by seniority for Cutting‑Edge Technology roles?
Entry‑level AI/ML engineers earn $90k–$120k, mid‑level $120k–$160k, senior $160k–$210k, and principal/lead roles $210k–$280k. Quantum developers follow a similar scale but start at $110k–$140k, mid at $140k–$190k, and senior at $190k–$250k, often with a 10%–15% equity component.
Which skills and certifications are most demanded in this category?
Core languages: Python, C++, Rust, and Q# for quantum. Frameworks: TensorFlow, PyTorch, JAX, and Qiskit. Cloud expertise: AWS SageMaker, Azure AI, and GCP Vertex. Certifications: TensorFlow Developer, AWS Certified Machine Learning – Specialty, IBM Quantum Developer, and Certified Blockchain Developer (CBDE). Hands‑on projects on Kaggle, Hackathon participation, and published research elevate a candidate’s profile.
Is remote work common for Cutting‑Edge Technology positions?
Yes. Over 70% of listed roles offer full‑remote or hybrid options. Companies provide cloud‑based development environments, virtual lab access for quantum simulators, and remote‑first collaboration tools (e.g., GitHub Codespaces, JupyterHub, and Discord/Slack). Support for home‑office budgets and flexible schedules is standard.
What career progression paths exist in this field?
Technical tracks: Junior → Mid → Senior → Principal → Staff Engineer. Managerial tracks: Team Lead → Engineering Manager → Director of Engineering → VP of Technology. Lateral moves to product, data science, or research labs are common. Clear performance metrics, mentorship programs, and promotion criteria are published on job listings.
What industry trends should candidates monitor in Cutting‑Edge Technology?
Quantum advantage is moving from simulation to real‑world problem solving, demanding expertise in error correction and hardware‑software co‑design. Edge AI is expanding into autonomous drones and IoT, requiring low‑power inference and on‑device learning. AI democratization tools (AutoML, LLM fine‑tuning) lower barriers but increase demand for model governance. 5G and edge computing convergence fuels new network‑edge AI services.

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