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.

Managed Services - Information Technology Outsourcing - Delivery Lead - Director

Company: PwC

Location: Milwaukee, WI

Posted Dec 21, 2024

PwC's Software and Product Innovation team seeks a Director to lead the creation and implementation of impactful software engineering solutions. The role involves setting strategic direction, driving business growth, maintaining client relationships, mentoring leaders, and upholding PwC's values. Required qualifications include a Bachelor's Degree and 10 years of experience; a Master's Degree is preferred. Key skills encompass strategic leadership, client service, managed services execution, and collaborative leadership.

DAIRY/LEAD CLERK

Company: Kroger

Location: Milwaukee, WI

Posted Dec 21, 2024

The job description outlines the responsibilities of a Grocery Clerk, including organizing work, training associates, and providing customer service. The role requires effective communication skills, ability to manage people and organize workloads, and maintain a positive impression on associates and customers.

Branch Office Administrator

Company: Edward Jones

Location: Appleton, WI

Posted Dec 21, 2024

Edward Jones is seeking a Branch Office Administrator (BOA) to join their team. The role involves working closely with Financial Advisors to help clients achieve their financial goals. Key responsibilities include getting to know clients well, identifying their problems, and collaborating with the Financial Advisor to provide exceptional service. The BOA will also participate in annual business planning, drive marketing activities, and benefit from comprehensive training and a supportive network. Edward Jones values diverse viewpoints and offers competitive compensation along with a robust benefits package. The ideal candidate should possess strong relationship-building skills, the ability to work independently, and proficiency in office technology.

Senior Staff Technical Product Manager (multiple positions)

Company: GE Healthcare

Location: Milwaukee, WI

Posted Dec 21, 2024

The job description outlines the role of a product manager in the healthcare industry, requiring a bachelor's degree or equivalent in IT, business, or a related field, and seven years of experience in product management. The position involves working with cross-functional teams, interacting with customers and stakeholders, and traveling domestically and internationally. GE HealthCare offers a great work environment, professional development, and competitive compensation.

Kitchen Steward, 6:30am - 3:00pm

Company: Exact Sciences

Location: Madison, WI

Posted Dec 21, 2024

Exact Sciences is seeking a Kitchen Steward to maintain high levels of customer service, cleanliness, and organization in their food services. The role involves overseeing vendor deliveries, inventorying items, preparing food, and ensuring compliance with sanitation/safety standards. The company offers a purpose-driven career, inclusive culture, and robust benefits. Essential duties include cleaning and sanitizing kitchen areas, preparing food, addressing customer needs, and communicating effectively with leadership.

STORE/NIGHT CLERK

Company: Kroger

Location: Ixonia, WI

Posted Dec 21, 2024

The job description is for a position at Metro Market, a Kroger company, focusing on customer service and sales. Responsibilities include creating a positive customer experience, maintaining a clean and safe environment, assisting in meeting sales and profit goals, and adhering to food safety regulations. The role requires knowledge of products, effective communication, and the ability to handle stress. Retail experience is desired but not mandatory. The company values respect, honesty, integrity, diversity, inclusion, and safety, and aims to 'Feed the Human Spirit' by providing amazing experiences for customers, communities, and employees.

Teachers at Cormier KinderCare

Company: KinderCare Learning Companies

Location: Green Bay, WI

Posted Dec 21, 2024

KinderCare Learning Companies, the first and only early childhood education provider recognized with the Gallup Exceptional Workplace Award, offers a variety of early education and child care options. They are seeking dedicated teachers to join their team, providing a world-class experience in their classrooms. The role involves implementing KinderCare's curriculum, creating a safe and nurturing environment, partnering with parents, and supporting the center's success. Benefits include discounted child care, medical, dental, and vision coverage, employee assistance programs, health and wellness programs, and more. KinderCare is committed to equal opportunity employment and believes every family deserves access to high-quality child care.

PRODUCE/LEAD CLERK

Company: Kroger

Location: Ixonia, WI

Posted Dec 21, 2024

This job description outlines responsibilities for a Produce department manager. Key tasks include creating exceptional customer experiences, maintaining a clean and fresh environment, achieving sales and profit goals, directing department functions, and embracing a customer-first strategy. The role involves adhering to safety and food safety regulations, promoting trust among associates, and developing performance goals. The manager will also train associates, maintain inventory, ensure product quality, and implement a department business plan. Physical demands include working in refrigerated areas and lifting up to 50 pounds. Desired qualifications include effective communication, basic math skills, stress management, a food handler's permit, and preferably management and produce experience.

Sr Staff Software Architect

Company: GE Healthcare

Location: Milwaukee, WI

Posted Dec 21, 2024

The job description is for a Senior Architect role in the global software platform build and release engineering domain. The individual will provide thought leadership, define and transform the global software organization with contemporary software development practices, and lead research and evaluation of emerging technology industry and market trends.

PHARMACY/PHARMACIST

Company: Kroger

Location: Wauwatosa, WI

Posted Dec 21, 2024

The job description involves creating an outstanding customer experience, ensuring a safe and clean environment, achieving sales and profit goals, and maintaining quality assurance standards. Responsibilities include fulfilling prescription needs, administering vaccines, providing patient counseling, ensuring legal compliance, and maintaining a professional image. The role requires a Bachelor's Degree in pharmacy, current state pharmacist licensure, stress management skills, and effective communication. Retail experience and a second language are desired but not mandatory. The company, Pick 'N Save, is part of the Kroger family, emphasizing diversity, innovation, and employee growth.

e-COMMERCE/DEPARTMENT LEAD

Company: Kroger

Location: Madison, WI

Posted Dec 21, 2024

The job description involves assisting the Store e-Commerce manager in managing daily operations, ensuring compliance with laws and company guidelines, training team members, and maintaining e-Commerce equipment. The role requires excellent communication skills, self-direction, and the ability to work in a high-paced environment. Qualifications include supervisory experience, basic computer knowledge, and math skills.

Licensed Clinician - Oshkosh, WI

Company: UnitedHealth Group

Location: Oshkosh, WI

Posted Dec 21, 2024

Sherman Counseling, part of Optum, is recruiting a Licensed Clinician for a full-time position in Oshkosh, WI. Optum, a clinician-led care organization, aims to revolutionize behavioral health care. The role involves treating a wide range of mental health conditions, providing individual and group therapy, medication management, and intensive outpatient programs. The position offers flexibility, potential for remote work, and a competitive salary with bonus potential. Required qualifications include a Master's degree in a relevant field, an active, unrestricted clinical license in Wisconsin, and the ability to work on-site. Preferred qualifications include professional experience, computer skills, and the ability to work independently and collaboratively.

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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