Cutting-Edge Technology Jobs in Chicago, IL

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On-Demand: Guest Advocate (Cashier), General Merchandise, Fulfillment, Food and Beverage, Style (T1801)

Company: Target

Location: Cary, IL

Posted Jan 24, 2025

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Food and Beverage , Starbucks, Deli, Bakery (T2035)

Company: Target

Location: Tinley Park, IL

Posted Jan 24, 2025

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Senior Software Engineer

Company: CCC Intelligent Solutions

Location: Chicago, IL

Posted Jan 24, 2025

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global Microsoft solutions integrator industry-focused solutions strategic partnership with Microsoft

Solution Sales Executive – (FinServ)

Company: Hitachi Solutions America

Location: Chicago, IL

Posted Jan 24, 2025

Hitachi Solutions, a global Microsoft solutions integrator, is seeking a Solution Sales Professional with experience in the Financial Services industry. The role involves developing sales strategies, leading industry solutions and marketing initiatives, engaging with Microsoft and customer teams, and collaborating internally. The ideal candidate should have a strong understanding of the Microsoft ecosystem, industry knowledge, and excellent communication skills. The company offers a competitive salary, benefits, and opportunities for growth.

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Guest Advocate (Cashier or Front of Store Attendant/Cart Attendant) (T1950)

Company: Target

Location: Hoffman Estates, IL

Posted Jan 24, 2025

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On-Demand: Guest Advocate (Cashier), General Merchandise, Fulfillment, Food and Beverage, Style (T1539)

Company: Target

Location: O'Fallon, IL

Posted Jan 24, 2025

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Lead, Software Engineer

Company: Capital One

Location: Chicago, IL

Posted Jan 24, 2025

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GM and Food (General Merchandise, Closing, Fulfillment, Inbound, Food and Beverage , Starbucks) (T0867)

Company: Target

Location: Bolingbrook, IL

Posted Jan 24, 2025

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Food and Beverage , Starbucks, Deli, Bakery (T1323)

Company: Target

Location: St. Charles, IL

Posted Jan 24, 2025

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Specialty Sales (Style, Tech, Beauty, Ulta Beauty) (T2081)

Company: Target

Location: North Riverside, IL

Posted Jan 24, 2025

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On-Demand: Guest Advocate (Cashier), General Merchandise, Fulfillment, Food and Beverage, Style (T0833)

Company: Target

Location: Vernon Hills, IL

Posted Jan 24, 2025

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Compliance Internship Summer 2025

Company: TransUnion

Location: Chicago, IL

Posted Jan 24, 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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