Software Development Jobs in Chicago, IL

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Design Director, New York or Chicago

Company: Omnicom Production

Location: Chicago, IL

Posted Mar 31, 2025

Portfolio that showcases brand consistency through design systems, detailed design, scaled campaigns across channels, OLV, banners, PDP and social-first…

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Research Analyst

Company: The University of Chicago

Location: Chicago, IL

Posted Apr 01, 2025

Minimum requirements include a college or university degree in related field. Bachelor’s Degree in economics or related quantitative field.

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SVP, System Chief Nursing Officer

Company: No Employer

Location: Chicago, Illinois

Posted Mar 31, 2025

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Generative AI Engineer

Company: CME Group

Location: Chicago, IL

Posted Mar 26, 2025

Software Engineering Excellence: Deep understanding of software engineering best practices, including code quality, testing, low-level design, software design…

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Home Health SLP, Part Time $10,000 Bonus

Company: Residential Home Health and Hospice

Location: CHICAGO, Illinois

Posted Mar 26, 2025

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Creatio Developer and Implementation Specialist

Company: Velvetech

Location: Chicago, IL

Posted Apr 02, 2025

GROWTH opportunities, skills and competencies improvement, and professional certification. Provide training and support to clients during and after the…

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Sous Chef

Company: LSG Sky Chefs

Location: Des Plaines, IL

Posted Mar 28, 2025

Understand and demonstrate concepts of financial controls (ex: keep food cost within budget, control stock levels while being cost conscious, minimize waste).

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Physician Assistant - Wound Care Center- Swedish Hospital

Company: Endeavor Health

Location: Chicago, Illinois

Posted Mar 30, 2025

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Emergency Medicine Radiologist - Remote or Hospital Based

Company: Endeavor Health

Location: Evanston and Glenview, IL

Posted Mar 31, 2025

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Carpenter

Company: Kehoe Designs Inc

Location: Chicago, IL

Posted Apr 02, 2025

Proficient in using a variety of hand tools (hammers, screwdrivers, drills, staple guns, tape measure) and power tools (table saw, jigsaw, chop saw, router,…

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Senior Specialist - Business Analysis

Company: LTIMindtree

Location: Chicago, IL

Posted Apr 01, 2025

Perform detailed analysis of user stories Connect and come in agreement with involved partner systems regarding various mapping documents and communication…

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Project Manager, Construction

Company: Wheatland Tube, LLC

Location: Chicago, IL

Posted Apr 03, 2025

Leads cross-functional teams, including construction, logistics, design/engineering, and manufacturing groups – Coordinates all stakeholders for seamless…

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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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