Software Development Jobs in Chicago, IL

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Lead Electrician

Company: Dart Container

Location: Chicago, IL

Posted Jul 18, 2025

Maintain, install, and repair equipment, electrical and electronic systems and facility electrical systems. Plan layout of wiring and install conduit, wiring…

Private Debt Senior Fund Accountant (Chicago)

Company: Alter Domus

Location: Chicago, IL

Posted Jul 18, 2025

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting (or related field); Prepare/review monthly, quarterly and annual reports for investors, consultants and other stakeholders…

Fund Accountant - Credit Funds (Chicago)

Company: Alter Domus

Location: Chicago, IL

Posted Jul 18, 2025

Process and track daily cash contributions and distributions for investment fund clients; Prepare cash and journal entries; Proficiency in Microsoft Excel; and.

Visual Designer

Company: Rise

Location: Chicago, IL

Posted Jul 18, 2025

0–2 years of professional experience in visual design, presentation design, or a related creative field. You’ll work closely with strategists, planners, and…

Thermoforming - Process Technician

Company: Pactiv Evergreen

Location: Bridgeview, IL

Posted Jul 18, 2025

Two or four year technical degree or certification. Partner with plant Training Coordinator to develop and conduct training programs for line operators and…

SENIOR ACCOUNTANT

Company: State of Illinois

Location: Chicago, IL

Posted Jul 18, 2025

Responsibilities include maintaining systems to ensure wire transfers of monies to and from the US Treasury, preparing cash control journals, researching…

Senior Manager, IT Finance Transformation

Company: Master Lock

Location: Deerfield, IL

Posted Jul 17, 2025

Lead the implementation of financials-related functional and technical design, configuration, development, and support for continuous improvements and Oracle…

Electrical Field Service Technician/Engineer - Up to 15K Sign-on Bonus based on Relevant Experience

Company: Linde

Location: East Chicago, IN

Posted Jul 17, 2025

Candidate must have experience with Electrical industrial maintenance as a field service engineer/representative/technician, electrician, power distribution…

Futures Associate, Client Solutions

Company: Macquarie Group Limited

Location: Chicago, IL

Posted Jul 17, 2025

Utilizing your technical skills, you will respond to client inquiries around trade discrepancies, commission, fee and brokerage discrepancies, and perform root…

Associate I, Graphic Design

Company: Elevate Energy

Location: Chicago, IL

Posted Jul 18, 2025

A bachelor’s degree in graphic design, visual communication, or a related field or equivalent experience or training is preferred.

PROJECT MANAGER - AFFORDABLE HOUSING

Company: Full Circle Communities

Location: Chicago, IL

Posted Jul 18, 2025

5 years of experience in the affordable housing field, 3 of which must be direct experience in affordable housing development. Close-out and Hand-off.

Client Service Specialist

Company: KEYENCE

Location: Itasca, IL

Posted Jul 18, 2025

Receive and route calls to the appropriate product specialist or group. With excellent communication, high attention to detail and strong sense of urgency, the…

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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