Software Development Jobs in Chicago, IL

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Client Care Center Representative

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Location: Niles, IL

Posted Feb 06, 2025

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Clinical Dietitian I FT

Company: Aramark

Location: Chicago, IL

Posted Feb 06, 2025

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Route Driver

Company: Sodexo

Location: Rolling Meadows, IL

Posted Feb 06, 2025

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Product Marketing Manager

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Location: Schaumburg, IL

Posted Feb 06, 2025

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Product Marketing Manager

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Location: Lake Bluff, IL

Posted Feb 06, 2025

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RN - Home Health

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Location: Springfield, IL

Posted Feb 06, 2025

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Therapy Manager

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Location: Belvidere, IL

Posted Feb 06, 2025

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Lead Implementation Specialist (Fraud Strategy Execution)

Company: Discover

Location: Riverwoods, IL

Posted Feb 06, 2025

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Clinical Data Analyst

Company: The University of Chicago

Location: Chicago, IL

Posted Feb 06, 2025

Minimum requirements include a college or university degree in related field. A degree in Computer Science, Bioinformatics, Engineering, or a related field.

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Assembler I (6:00pm to 6:00am) C Shift

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Location: Naperville, IL

Posted Feb 06, 2025

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Management & Sales Training Program

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Location: Gurnee, IL

Posted Feb 06, 2025

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Relationship Banker - NW St Louis Market - Alton/Edwardsville, Illinois

Company: JPMorgan Chase

Location: Edwardsville, IL

Posted Feb 06, 2025

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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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