Senior Software Engineer Jobs in Chicago, IL

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Sous Chef

Company: Clarendale of Addison

Location: Addison, IL

Posted Sep 04, 2025

Assists the kitchen staff in all aspects of daily assignments, as required. Assists in daily shift change walk-throughs of kitchen staff.

Retail Leasing Associate

Company: Bridge33 Capital

Location: Chicago, IL

Posted Sep 09, 2025

A minimum of 1-2 years’ leasing experience in a retail leasing or marketing role in commercial real estate; property management or related field.

Director, Philanthopy

Company: Covenant Living

Location: Evanston, IL

Posted Sep 04, 2025

Ability to develop and organize long-term plans and execute those plans. Legal services, home/auto insurance, discount purchasing program.

^AI Frameworks Engineer - 5885903

Company: Accenture

Location: Chicago, IL

Posted Sep 04, 2025

Conducts design and development to build and optimize AI software. Profiles distributed deep learning models to identify performance bottlenecks and proposes…

Welder

Company: OPW

Location: Skokie, IL

Posted Sep 07, 2025

Benefits: Our total rewards package for eligible team members also includes: a 401(k) savings plan with employer contributions; medical, dental and vision…

Seasonal Retail Associate - Northbrook

Company: Neiman Marcus

Location: Northbrook, IL

Posted Sep 04, 2025

Process efficient Point of Sale transactions as needed. Ensure clients are warmly welcomed into Neiman Marcus at store entrances and within store departments,…

Pharmacist

Company: Lawndale Christian Health Center

Location: Chicago, IL

Posted Sep 08, 2025

Licensure: Registered pharmacist in good standing in the state of Illinois. Complies with all state and federal pharmacy practice laws, HIPAA, OSHA and JCAHO…

Senior Manager, Software Engineering, Full Stack

Company: Capital One

Location: Chicago, IL

Posted Sep 08, 2025

Capital One will consider for employment qualified applicants with a criminal history in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable laws regarding…

Executive Chef (Earn up to $100k+/yr + Bonus Structure)

Company: Bavette's

Location: Chicago, IL

Posted Sep 09, 2025

Review and maintain store financials daily, including tracking food costs, and work with the General Manager to manage comps, expenses, labor, and overall…

Senior GCP Solutions Architect, Cloud Intelligence

Company: Amazon Web Services, Inc.

Location: Chicago, IL

Posted Sep 04, 2025

As a Senior Google Cloud Platform (GCP) Cloud Intelligence (CI) SA you will be a leader with deep technical and business expertise influencing the AWS field on…

Security Solutions Architect

Company: Silver Star Protection Group

Location: Rolling Meadows, IL

Posted Sep 04, 2025

Proficiency with design tools (AutoCAD, System Surveyor, Bluebeam) for layouts and system diagrams. Bachelor’s degree in Information Technology, Engineering,…

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the typical salary ranges for Senior Software Engineers?
In the U.S., Senior Software Engineers earn between $120,000 and $200,000 annually, depending on location and tech stack. In Europe, the range is €70,000–€110,000, while in India it spans ₹12,00,000–₹25,00,000. Companies factoring in advanced skills like Kubernetes, Terraform, or AI/ML often push the upper end of these brackets.
Which skills and certifications do Senior Software Engineers need?
Core languages include Go, Java, Python, TypeScript, and Rust. Must‑have tools are Docker, Kubernetes, Terraform, GitHub Actions, and Prometheus. Certifications such as AWS Certified Solutions Architect, GCP Professional Cloud Architect, Microsoft Certified: Azure Solutions Architect Expert, and Certified Kubernetes Administrator (CKA) significantly boost employability.
How common is remote work for Senior Software Engineer roles?
Over 70% of senior engineering positions on the board offer fully remote or hybrid arrangements. Companies in the tech and fintech sectors prioritize flexibility, enabling engineers to work from any location while maintaining collaboration through Slack, Zoom, and remote‑first design reviews.
What career progression paths exist beyond Senior Software Engineer?
Typical trajectories include Staff Engineer, Principal Engineer, Distinguished Engineer, and Engineering Manager. Advancement often requires leadership in system design, cross‑team mentorship, and ownership of high‑impact projects, as well as contributions to open source or industry standards.
What industry trends are shaping Senior Software Engineer roles today?
Emerging trends include AI‑driven observability, serverless and edge computing, multi‑cloud orchestration, and infrastructure‑as‑code (IaC). Engineers who master cloud‑native patterns, continuous delivery, and data‑centric AI model deployment are in the highest demand.

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