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.

Machine Learning (AI/ ML) Researcher

Company: Eaton

Location: Menomonee Falls, WI

Posted Jan 22, 2025

Shift Lead

Company: Walgreens

Location: Milwaukee, WI

Posted Jan 21, 2025

The role involves managing store operations, including opening and closing the store, handling cash, managing inventory, and ensuring a positive customer experience. Key responsibilities include managing deliveries, processing returns and refunds, maintaining store cleanliness, and assisting with pharmacy tasks. The position requires leadership experience, fluency in English, and knowledge of store systems. The role is based in Milwaukee, WI, with a salary range of $17 - $19 per hour.

Restaurant Manager - Team Lead

Company:

Location: Ixonia, WI

Posted Jan 22, 2025

Chili's Managers are passionate about hospitality, connecting with team members and guests, and creating a fun work environment. They are responsible for ensuring a great guest experience, leading shifts, managing costs, and developing team members. Chili's values a culture of fun, teamwork, and accountability, with a focus on food perfection and inclusivity.

Pharmacy Technician / Pharm Tech Apprenticeship

Company: Walgreens

Location: Green Bay, WI

Posted Jan 21, 2025

Walgreens has transformed its pharmacy technician roles to be more patient-centric, offering an 'earn while you learn' training program recognized by ASHP and the Department of Labor. This apprenticeship guides technicians towards becoming PTCB-certified, providing them with a portable credential for career advancement. Pharmacy technicians interact directly with customers, use the latest technology, and receive comprehensive training to prepare for certification. They assist pharmacists, maintain pharmacy systems, and ensure a positive customer experience.

Principal Order Management IT Solution Architect

Company: Eaton

Location: Menomonee Falls, WI

Posted Jan 22, 2025

Eaton's Corporate IT is seeking a Principal Order Management IT Solution Architect for major US hubs including Beachwood, OH, Moon Township, PA, Raleigh, NC, Menomonee Falls, WI, Galesburg, MI, or Houston, TX. The role involves designing secure, scalable, and cost-effective solutions, engaging in technical discussions, and ensuring solutions align with strategic goals. The ideal candidate should have a Bachelor's degree, 12+ years of software industry experience, and advanced knowledge of order management processes within an ERP. Preferred skills include experience with Salesforce, SAP, Oracle, DevSecOps, CI/CD, modern software development principles, and cybersecurity concepts.

Field Technician

Company: Spectrum

Location: West Bend, WI

Posted Jan 22, 2025

Part Time Associate Banker Milwaukee North/Northwest Suburbs (30 hours)

Company: JPMorgan Chase

Location: Menomonee Falls, WI

Posted Jan 22, 2025

Chase is a leading financial services firm that helps nearly half of America's households and small businesses achieve their financial goals through a broad range of financial products. The company offers a competitive total rewards package, including base salary, commission-based pay, and discretionary incentive compensation, as well as comprehensive health care coverage, on-site health and wellness centers, and tuition reimbursement. Chase recognizes the importance of diversity and inclusion in its workforce and is an equal opportunity employer.

Shift Lead

Company: Walgreens

Location: Fremont, WI

Posted Jan 21, 2025

The job involves managing store operations, including opening and closing the store, handling cash, managing inventory, and ensuring a positive customer experience. Responsibilities also include coaching team members, maintaining store cleanliness, and ensuring compliance with regulations. The role requires leadership experience, fluency in English, and knowledge of store systems. Preferred qualifications include experience with store inventory control.

Lead Field Service Representative

Company: Schneider Electric

Location: Fond du Lac, WI

Posted Jan 22, 2025

Schneider Electric is seeking a Lead Field Service Representative for a home-based, flexible role with a 40-hour guarantee. The successful candidate will coach and mentor other Field Service Reps, manage key customer accounts, and provide technical support. They should have 7+ years of experience as an electrical technician, leadership skills, and knowledge of electrical industry standards. Schneider Electric offers comprehensive training, benefits, and a culture centered around values of Inclusion, Mastery, Purpose, Action, Curiosity, and Teamwork. The company is committed to diversity, ethics, and sustainability.

Primary Daycare Teacher

Company: Kohl's

Location: Menomonee Falls, WI

Posted Jan 22, 2025

Plasma Processing Technician

Company: CSL

Location: Milwaukee, WI

Posted Jan 21, 2025

Product Functional Test Mechanical Technician - Level II - 2nd Shift

Company: Cummins

Location: Madison, WI

Posted Jan 22, 2025

Cummins Inc. is seeking a skilled Product Functional Test Mechanical Technician - Level II for their Stoughton, WI facility. The role involves ensuring accurate testing, efficient preparation, validation of test equipment, demonstrating product knowledge, installation and troubleshooting, equipment maintenance, adaptability, and continuous improvement. Key qualifications include health and safety fundamentals, action orientation, effective communication, complexity management, decision quality, results-driven attitude, data acquisition and reporting, technical skills, preventative and predictive maintenance, and appreciation of diverse perspectives. The position requires a high school diploma or equivalent, regionally applicable certification or Associate's degree, and some work experience. The role is for the second shift (2pm to 10pm CST).

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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