Tech Jobs in Madison, WI

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Madison, WI—a city where the University of Wisconsin fuels a vibrant tech scene, offering a blend of cutting‑edge startups and established firms. The high quality of life, bike‑friendly streets, and proximity to Lake Mendota make it appealing for talent at all stages.

Tech companies range from the Microsoft campus and U.S. Bank’s data analytics hub to Northwestern Mutual’s insurtech division and Medtronic’s biomedical engineering labs. The city also hosts emerging clean‑tech firms, educational software startups, and AI research labs tied to UW.

While Madison’s cost of living remains lower than Chicago or Minneapolis—average rent $1,400 and median home price around $350,000—salaries are competitive. Transparent pay data helps candidates gauge whether a role’s compensation matches the local market and personal budget.

Creative Project Manager

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Location: Oak Creek, WI

Posted Jan 24, 2025

Category Manager

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Location: Sturtevant, WI

Posted Jan 24, 2025

Senior Group Leader - Cell Bioassay

Company: Thermo Fisher Scientific

Location: Madison, WI

Posted Jan 24, 2025

Thermo Fisher Scientific is seeking a Senior Group Leader for their PPD Laboratory Services team. The role involves overseeing staff and resources for pharmaceutical development studies, managing work activities, ensuring compliance with GMP/GLP, and leading client technical meetings. The ideal candidate should have a Bachelor's degree, 10+ years of relevant experience, and proven leadership skills. They should be proficient in technical operating systems, biosafety, and have experience in TEM. The role requires excellent communication, project management, and technical writing skills. The work environment involves non-traditional settings, lifting up to 25 pounds, and potential exposure to hazardous elements.

Pharmacy Technician

Company: CVS Health

Location: Onalaska, WI

Posted Jan 24, 2025

eCommerce Senior Manager

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Location: Burlington, WI

Posted Jan 24, 2025

Advertising Campaign Manager

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Location: Silver Lake, WI

Posted Jan 24, 2025

Uline, a leading North American distributor of shipping, industrial, and packaging materials, is seeking a Campaign Manager. The role involves executing advertising programs across digital and traditional media channels, developing multi-channel plans, managing media buys, and analyzing campaign performance. The position offers comprehensive benefits including health insurance, 401(k), bonus programs, and employee perks like an on-site café and fitness center. Minimum requirements include a bachelor's degree in marketing or advertising, 3+ years in Advertising or Direct Marketing, and proficiency in Microsoft Office.

Utility Worker

Company: Sodexo

Location: Milwaukee, WI

Posted Jan 24, 2025

Sodexo is offering a full-time or part-time Utility Worker position at Wisconsin Lutheran College, with a pay range of $13.11 to $15.00 per hour. The role involves maintaining and cleaning kitchen areas, washing dishes, sweeping and mopping floors, and transferring supplies. Sodexo emphasizes a flexible work environment, ongoing training, and a comprehensive benefits package including paid time off, medical, dental, vision, and 401k. The company values diversity and inclusion, fostering an environment where all employees are respected and valued.

Pharmacy Technician

Company: CVS Health

Location: Appleton, WI

Posted Jan 24, 2025

Senior Database Administrator

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Location: Silver Lake, WI

Posted Jan 24, 2025

IT Infrastructure Architect

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Location: Kenosha, WI

Posted Jan 24, 2025

Pharmacy Manager - Appleton

Company: CVS Health

Location: Appleton, WI

Posted Jan 24, 2025

CVS Health is seeking a Pharmacy Manager to lead and direct pharmacy staff, ensuring patient safety, professional practice, regulatory requirements, quality assurance, customer service, personnel management, inventory management, financial profitability, and loss prevention. The role involves keeping customers and patients healthy through patient care programs, motivating and developing staff, identifying business opportunities, and driving growth. The ideal candidate will have an active pharmacy license, immunization certification, and a Bachelor's or Pharm.D. degree. The company offers competitive compensation, benefits, and a supportive work environment.

Pega Senior System Architect [LSA]- Director

Company: PwC

Location: Milwaukee, WI

Posted Jan 24, 2025

PwC is seeking a leader in integration and platform architecture to design seamless solutions and robust architectures, optimizing data flow and technology infrastructure for enhanced business performance. The role involves leveraging cutting-edge technologies for efficient and secure solutions, driving business growth, and mentoring future leaders. Key responsibilities include thought leadership, problem-solving, strategic decision-making, and promoting technological advances. The ideal candidate should have a Master's degree, 12+ years of experience, and expertise in Pega platform architecture. They should possess strong technical skills, project management abilities, and the capacity to build solid client relationships.

Frequently Asked Questions

What types of tech jobs are available in Madison, WI?
<p>Madison offers a wide range of tech roles including software engineer, data scientist, product manager, cybersecurity analyst, UX/UI designer, cloud architect, and DevOps engineer. Companies such as Microsoft, U.S. Bank, Northwestern Mutual, Medtronic, and Booz Allen Hamilton regularly hire for these positions, while local startups focus on AI, clean tech, and educational software.</p>
How are remote and on‑site work trends in Madison’s tech market?
<p>Approximately 70% of tech roles in Madison support hybrid or fully remote arrangements, reflecting the city’s strong broadband infrastructure and the prevalence of co‑working spaces like CoWork Madison and The Foundry. On‑site positions remain popular for roles requiring close collaboration, such as embedded systems engineers at Medtronic or data‑engineers at U.S. Bank.</p>
Who are the major tech employers in Madison?
<p>Key employers include <strong>Microsoft</strong> (software & AI), <strong>U.S. Bank</strong> (data analytics & fintech), <strong>Northwestern Mutual</strong> (insurtech), <strong>Medtronic</strong> (biomedical engineering), <strong>Booz Allen Hamilton</strong> (consulting & cybersecurity), and <strong>Accenture</strong> (digital services). Emerging players such as <strong>EcoVadis</strong> (sustainability tech) and <strong>BioTera</strong> (biotech analytics) also contribute to the ecosystem.</p>
What salary expectations should I expect in Madison?
<p>Median salaries in Madison are competitive with the Midwest: entry‑level software engineers earn $70k–$90k, mid‑level $90k–$120k, and senior roles $120k–$160k. Data scientists average $115k, product managers $105k, and UX designers $95k. Cost‑of‑living adjustments keep these figures attractive given average rent of $1,400 and median home price $350,000.</p>
What advice do you have for relocating to Madison for tech work?
<p>Start by researching neighborhoods: Downtown for city life, East Side for proximity to UW, West Side for quieter streets, and Midtown for a mix of residential and commercial spaces. Use local housing sites like <em>MadisonHousing.org</em> and contact campus housing offices for student‑friendly options. Join Meetup groups such as <strong>Madison Tech Meetup</strong> and <strong>Women in Tech Madison</strong> to network. Consider a short visit to test the area before signing a lease, and leverage employer relocation assistance or local programs like <strong>Madison Office of Economic Development</strong> for housing and tax incentives.</p>

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