Software Engineer Jobs in Chicago, IL

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Senior Rails Developer - Backend Focus (Hybrid)

Company: Enova

Location: Chicago, IL

Posted Feb 03, 2025

Enova International is seeking a Senior Rails Developer with 4+ years of experience in fullstack development. The role involves working on both older and newer applications, contributing to system scalability and resilience, and collaborating with technical and business stakeholders. The company offers competitive compensation, benefits including health, dental, vision insurance, 401k matching, and a roth option, and a range of perks such as hybrid roles, PTO, paid holidays, sabbatical program, summer hours, and paid parental leave. Enova is a values-driven organization committed to making accessible credit for millions, with a focus on inclusion and employee thriving.

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Bioenvironmental Engineer

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Location: Springfield, IL

Posted Feb 03, 2025

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Cyber Systems Operations

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Location: Marion, IL

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Software Development Team Lead - Web

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Location: Mundelein, IL

Posted Feb 03, 2025

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Bioenvironmental Engineer

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Location: Bloomington, IL

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Cyber Systems Operations

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Location: Marion, IL

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Bioenvironmental Engineer

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Location: Mount Vernon, IL

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Bioenvironmental Engineer

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Location: Kilbourne, IL

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Bioenvironmental Engineer

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Location: Rockford, IL

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Cyber Systems Operations

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Location: Sheffield, IL

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IT Infrastructure Architect

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Location: Gurnee, IL

Posted Feb 03, 2025

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Bioenvironmental Engineer

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Location: Kankakee, IL

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the typical salary ranges for Software Engineers at different seniority levels?
Junior (0‑2 yrs) $70k‑$90k, Mid‑level (2‑5 yrs) $90k‑$120k, Senior (5‑10 yrs) $120k‑$160k, Staff/Principal (10+ yrs) $160k‑$200k, with variations for tech hubs like SF ($180k‑$220k) and NYC ($170k‑$210k).
What technical skills and certifications are most valuable for Software Engineers today?
Core languages: Java, Python, Go, Rust, JavaScript/TypeScript. Frontend: React, Vue, Angular. Backend: Node.js, Spring Boot, .NET Core. DevOps: Kubernetes, Docker, Terraform, CI/CD pipelines. Data: Spark, Flink, Snowflake, BigQuery. Certifications: AWS Certified Solutions Architect, Google Cloud Professional Cloud Architect, Microsoft Certified: Azure Developer, Certified Kubernetes Administrator, Certified ScrumMaster.
How common is remote work for Software Engineer positions?
Over 70% of listings support fully remote or hybrid models. Companies like Atlassian, GitLab, and Shopify offer global remote teams, while many startups maintain flexible locations. Remote roles often include a stipend for home office setup and access to virtual collaboration tools.
What career progression paths exist for Software Engineers?
Typical ladder: Junior → Mid‑level → Senior → Staff Engineer/Principal Engineer → Engineering Manager → Director of Engineering → VP of Engineering. Each step adds responsibility for architectural decisions, mentorship, project ownership, and cross‑functional leadership.
What industry trends should Software Engineers be aware of?
AI/ML model deployment, serverless architectures, edge computing for IoT, container‑native observability, GitOps, and continuous delivery pipelines. Companies are also investing in secure multi‑tenant cloud services and low‑latency data streaming platforms.

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