Software Development Jobs in Chicago, IL

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Registered Nurse (RN)

Company: Team Select Home Care

Location: Oak Brook, IL

Posted May 15, 2025

Maintains a current CPR certification. Working with pediatric/adult patients with g-tube, trach, and/or ventilator. Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance.

Chef Manager

Company: Canteen Dining Compass Group USA

Location: Wood Dale, IL

Posted May 14, 2025

Opportunities for professional growth and creative input in menu design and kitchen operations. Leverage digital tools to manage recipes, ordering systems, and…

Full Stack Engineer - Mainapp

Company: Crypto.com

Location: Chicago, IL

Posted May 13, 2025

Development activities include full stack development, proposing architectural decisions, participating in designs, design review, code review and…

Senior Associate, Oracle ERP

Company: Options Clearing Corporation

Location: Chicago, IL

Posted May 15, 2025

You will be asked to define requirements, investigate and implement configuration changes, test, deploy, and lead efforts to implement cross-functional…

Lead Software Engineer, Back End

Company: Capital One

Location: Chicago, IL

Posted May 15, 2025

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

Risk Analytics Data Scientist

Company: PayPal

Location: Chicago, IL

Posted May 15, 2025

A master’s or advanced degree in a quantitative field such as statistics, mathematics, finance, or economics. We enable consumers to exchange funds more safely…

Associate Director, Brand Strategy

Company: The University of Chicago

Location: Chicago, IL

Posted May 14, 2025

Minimum requirements include a college or university degree in related field. Working alongside the Senior Director of Brand, develops and refines strategic…

Sr. Manager Partner Marketing

Company: Ursus, Inc.

Location: Chicago, IL

Posted May 13, 2025

8+ years global partner marketing experience in the B2B tech sector driving partner marketing pipeline and supporting revenue growth.

CNC Machinist

Company: Accelera

Location: Harwood Heights, IL

Posted May 13, 2025

Ability to interpret complex mechanical drawings, including GD&T. You will work with Doosan and Haas machines, read complex part drawings, and make necessary…

Senior Manager Audit

Company: LKQ Corporation

Location: Chicago, IL

Posted May 12, 2025

Develop, plan and manage the delivery of reports to the Leadership Team and the Audit Committee providing an independent assessment of the efficiency and…

Frequently Asked Questions

What are typical salary ranges by seniority for Software Developers?
Junior and Associate developers earn between $80,000–$110,000 annually. Mid‑level engineers command $110,000–$150,000. Senior engineers range from $150,000–$200,000, while Staff and Principal engineers often exceed $200,000, with some roles reaching $250,000+ in high‑growth markets.
Which skills and certifications are most valuable for Software Development roles?
Core programming languages (JavaScript/TypeScript, Java, C#, Python) and frameworks (React, Angular, Spring, .NET) remain essential. Cloud expertise in AWS Certified Solutions Architect, Azure Developer Associate, or Google Cloud Professional Architect is highly sought after. DevOps skills with Docker, Kubernetes, GitHub Actions, and Terraform, plus security certifications (CISSP, CompTIA Security+) add significant value.
How common is remote work for Software Development positions?
Approximately 70‑90% of roles in our database offer fully remote or hybrid arrangements. Companies provide flexible hours, virtual collaboration tools, and remote‑first onboarding to accommodate developers worldwide.
What career progression paths exist within Software Development?
Typical trajectories move from Junior → Mid‑level → Senior → Staff → Principal Engineer, or transition into leadership as Engineering Manager, Director, VP of Engineering, and CTO. Continuous learning, ownership of high‑impact projects, and mentorship accelerate advancement.
What industry trends are shaping Software Development today?
Key trends include AI/ML model integration in production, serverless architectures, edge computing for low‑latency applications, low‑code/no‑code platforms, security‑by‑design

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