Tech Jobs in Northwest Suburbs
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The Northwest Suburbs, spanning Evanston, Wilmette, Northbrook, and Glenview, have surged as a tech hotspot thanks to a blend of top‑tier research from Northwestern University, a thriving life‑sciences corridor, and a growing number of cloud‑native firms such as Google and Accenture. Proximity to Chicago’s finance hub plus a strong network of venture capital in the region gives local talent immediate access to high‑growth opportunities.
Software engineers, data scientists, and cybersecurity specialists are in demand at companies ranging from Medtronic’s digital‑health platform in nearby Dublin to Cigna’s AI‑driven claims analytics in Evanston. Start‑ups like Peak Games and larger enterprises such as Microsoft and Salesforce maintain on‑site offices in Northbrook and Highland Park, while remote‑first teams at Shopify and Atlassian hire from the suburbs.
While the median household income in the area is above national averages, the cost of living – especially housing – is high, with average home prices near $400,000. Salary transparency on Job Transparency lets candidates compare offers from firms like Accenture ($110K–$140K for mid‑level developers) against local living costs, ensuring they make informed decisions before moving or negotiating.
Senior Financial Analyst
Company: Baird & Warner
Location: Northwest Suburbs
Posted Jul 01, 2023
Baird & Warner, a company recognized as a Chicago Tribune Top Workplace for eight consecutive years, is seeking a Senior Financial Analyst. The ideal candidate should have 5-10 years of experience in business analytics, financial analysis, or similar fields. The role involves commission plan analysis, report creation, and administration, as well as participation in budgeting, forecasting, and planning. The candidate must possess strong communication skills, advanced financial modeling capabilities, and proficiency in Excel. Real estate industry experience is a plus.
Scrum Master
Company: Alcon
Location: North Suburbs
Posted Jul 01, 2023
Alcon, a global leader in eye care, is seeking a Hybrid Scrum Master with expertise in requirements engineering to support the development of cutting-edge medical device software and a next-gen health care delivery platform. The role involves driving development forward, facilitating agile ceremonies, and collaborating with various stakeholders to elicit, analyze, and prioritize requirements. The successful candidate will help build self-organizing, high-performing teams and shape the team's ways of working and culture. Alcon offers a robust benefits package, including health, life, retirement, flexible time off, and more.
Director, Integration & Separation Management
Company: Baxter International Inc.
Location: North Suburbs
Posted Jul 03, 2023
The text describes a role within Baxter's Global Business Development & Licensing team, specifically the Baxter Integration Management Office. The Director of Integration & Separation Management is responsible for developing and maintaining a consistent, efficient, and comprehensive integration and separation management approach. The main objective is to facilitate the realization of the value of Baxter's acquisitions, divestitures, and other M&A ventures. The role involves leading integration strategy & planning and post-merger integration execution efforts for large & complex transactions. The Director will also work closely with Baxter Separation Management Office and deal sponsors, with day-to-day responsibilities across all phases of the deal. The role reports to the VP, Global Integrations and partners with business and functional leaders across the organization to implement separation/ integration plans and deliver achievements across multiple cross-functional workstreams.
Principal Engineer - LCM Software
Company: Alcon
Location: North Suburbs
Posted Jul 01, 2023
Alcon is a global leader in eye care, offering a range of products and services to help people see brilliantly. The company is committed to innovation, progress, and making a positive impact in the lives of its patients and customers. As a Principal Engineer, you will be responsible for developing software for medical devices, collaborating with cross-functional teams, and contributing to the company's mission to provide top-tier products and solutions.
Global Project Manager - Supply Chain
Company: Motorola Solutions
Location: Northwest Suburbs
Posted Jul 04, 2023
Motorola Solutions is a global leader in public safety and enterprise security, creating technologies to keep people safe. The company is looking for a Project Manager to lead the product cancelation process, requiring strong communication and analytical skills.
Director- Data and Analytics Products, GBU IT
Company: Baxter International Inc.
Location: North Suburbs
Posted Jul 02, 2023
Baxter is a company that is deeply connected by its mission to save and sustain lives. The company is transforming its global IT function to strengthen partnerships and enable smarter, more efficient, and connected business processes. The Leader, Digital Data and Analytic Products, GBU IT is responsible for developing the portfolio and identifying areas of opportunity to apply data and analytics to build differentiated value in the business.
Senior Manager, IT-Batch Integrations & ETL
Company: Baxter International Inc.
Location: North Suburbs
Posted Jul 03, 2023
The text describes a role at Baxter, a company that specializes in healthcare technology and products. The Sr Manager Batch Integrations & ETL will lead the Batch & ETL integration platform team, ensuring the platform meets business requirements and adheres to Baxter's Enterprise Architecture and Enterprise Security standards. The role requires deep technical understanding of IBM Datastage & Informatica, in-depth knowledge of bulk integration/ETL patterns, and excellent project management skills. The successful candidate will be expected to verify COVID-19 vaccination status.
Buyer (Remote)
Company: Clickstop
Location: South Suburbs
Posted Jul 18, 2023
Clickstop is seeking a Buyer with 1-2 years of procurement experience, preferably in fasteners, rigging, or cargo shipping supply chain. The role involves negotiating with vendors, managing inventory, and conducting new product research. Clickstop values strategic thinking, strong negotiation skills, and proficiency in Microsoft Excel. The company offers an entrepreneurial environment, professional development opportunities, and a range of benefits. The role can be performed remotely and does not require on-site work.
Sales Engineer
Company: Elgin Fastener Group
Location: Northwest Suburbs
Posted Jul 21, 2023
Elgin Fastener Group offers competitive compensation, a supportive work environment, and opportunities for career growth. The role involves collaborating with other departments, providing technical support, and managing projects. The ideal candidate should have a bachelor's degree in engineering, 10+ years of manufacturing experience, and proficiency in ERP systems. The company offers comprehensive benefits and is an equal opportunity employer.
Data Analytics Consultant
Company: Convr
Location: Northwest Suburbs
Posted Jul 10, 2023
Convr is a company that helps commercial insurance carriers improve their customer experiences by providing an on-demand software platform with an AI decisioning engine. They aim to transform the industry by empowering carriers with a core underwriting management system, enabling a frictionless experience, and delivering superior performance. They are looking for a Data Analytics Consultant to organize large amounts of data, prepare data for customer presentations, and collaborate with multiple departments to explain data findings.
Embedded Security Architect
Company: Baxter International Inc.
Location: North Suburbs
Posted Jul 03, 2023
Baxter is a company that is deeply connected by its mission to save and sustain lives. The company is transforming its global IT function to strengthen partnerships and enable smarter, more efficient, and connected business processes. The company is looking for a security-focused mobile software architect to join its team and help drive innovation and improvements in the embedded environment.
Project Manager - Division Engineering
Company: Abbott
Location: North Suburbs
Posted Jul 01, 2023
Abbott is a global healthcare leader that helps people live more fully at all stages of life. The company offers a range of life-changing technologies and products, and its employees can expect to work on projects that make a difference in people's lives. The company also offers a range of benefits, including career development opportunities, free medical coverage, and a retirement savings plan.