Software Development Jobs in Chicago, IL

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Fund Accountant & Client Service Associate

Company: Port Capital LLC

Location: Chicago, IL

Posted Jul 07, 2025

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field. This is an excellent opportunity for a candidate with some relevant internship or entry-level…

AI Platform Engineer (GCP) - Remote

Company: The Hartford

Location: Chicago, IL

Posted Jul 07, 2025

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or a technical field. Manage engineering tasks, driving execution, and optimizing workflows with…

Trade Show Security Officer

Company: United Security Services

Location: Chicago, IL

Posted Jul 07, 2025

Act to enforce client & facility regulations and directives for the site pertaining to exhibitors, guests, organizers personnel, visitors, and premises.

Manager, Media Planning (Traditional and Digital)

Company: Rise

Location: Chicago, IL

Posted Jul 07, 2025

Develop and oversee media strategy, campaign creation, budget, optimization, and testing strategy(ies), as applicable, for full-funnel, multi-platform campaigns…

2nd Shift CNC Machinist

Company: OPW

Location: Skokie, IL

Posted Jul 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…

Project Manager - Multifamily Projects - Chicago

Company: Michael Page

Location: Chicago, IL

Posted Jul 08, 2025

Ability to hire, train, and develop a team of Project Managers. Car allowance and gas compensation included. Experience on mid to large size projects.

Project Manager - Multifamily Developer

Company: Michael Page

Location: Chicago, IL

Posted Jul 08, 2025

The Project Manager is responsible for scheduling, oversight of construction and communication with project team. Bonus per project (up to 12%).

Customer Service Representative - State Farm Agent Team Member

Company: Latorya Street - State Farm Agent

Location: Oak Park, IL

Posted Jul 07, 2025

Property and Casualty Insurance license. Previous customer service experience preferred. Detail-oriented and able to multitask.

Director of Annual Giving & Alumni Engagement

Company: Sigma Alpha Epsilon Foundation

Location: Evanston, IL

Posted Jul 08, 2025

This positions lead the strategy, design, execution, and analysis of annual giving campaigns and initiatives through direct mail, email, phone, social media,…

Controller/Accountant Automotive Dealership

Company: Confidential Car Dealership

Location: Chicago, IL

Posted Jul 07, 2025

Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field; CPA or CMA preferred. Manage the financial planning and analysis process, including forecasting,…

Brand Ambassador - Sales Associate

Company: Jonathon Wesley

Location: Itasca, IL

Posted Jul 08, 2025

Safe driving record, valid driver’s license, and dependable transportation with valid insurance. Minimum requirement of a high school diploma, bachelor’s degree…

Controller

Company: Housing Opportunity Development Corporation

Location: Skokie, IL

Posted Jul 07, 2025

Daily: Oversee invoice processing, check deposits, data entry, account reconciliation, and records filing. Education: Bachelor’s degree in finance, accounting,…

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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