Software Engineer Jobs in Chicago, IL

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Route Delivery Driver -Elk Grove Village

Company: International Gourmet Foods Inc

Location: Elk Grove Village, IL

Posted Aug 26, 2025

Clean driving record with good/positive points based on driver location. Box truck route delivery driving experience (1-2 years minimum).

Lead Software Engineer, Full stack

Company: Capital One

Location: Chicago, IL

Posted Aug 25, 2025

Capital One will consider for employment qualified applicants with a criminal history in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable laws regarding…

Seasonal Tax Associate - Local

Company: Intuit

Location: Chicago, IL

Posted Aug 26, 2025

Interact with customers both in-person and through Intuit’s state-of-the-art video communication tools. Minimum of 2 years of paid experience filing 30 or more…

Seasonal Sales Associate

Company: Nespresso

Location: Chicago, IL

Posted Aug 25, 2025

As the welcoming face of our retail boutique, you will greet customers, offer complimentary coffee tastings, help with boutique operations and provide an…

TIG Welder/Fabricator

Company: Meyer Tool & Mfg., Inc.

Location: Oak Lawn, IL

Posted Aug 24, 2025

Paid on-the-job ASME Pressure Vessel Code weld training and certification. Inspect your own welds, identify defects or issues, and make corrections.

Solutions Architect, Amazon Web Services

Company: Amazon Web Services, Inc.

Location: Chicago, IL

Posted Aug 26, 2025

Your responsibilities will include: owning the technical engagement around specific implementation projects; providing best practices to customers, developing…

AI Configuration Engineer

Company: Circana

Location: Chicago, IL

Posted Aug 26, 2025

As a Configuration Engineer, you’ll work closely with product, engineering, and client support teams to own the plan to configure, deploy, and scale Emiri…

Flex Security Officer - Western Suburbs

Company: Titan Security

Location: Downers Grove, IL

Posted Aug 23, 2025

Conduct access control and gate entry operations at warehouse locations, verifying. And security of tenants, visitors, and assets. Bi-lingual considered a plus.

Research Data Analyst - Cardinal Bernardin Cancer Center

Company: Loyola University Health System

Location: Maywood, IL

Posted Aug 23, 2025

Design and build research databases and tools for efficient data entry, storage, and retrieval. Utilize statistical software tools (e.g., R, SAS, STATA, SPSS,…

Vice President, Product Manager New

Company: Galaxy Digital

Location: Chicago, IL

Posted Aug 25, 2025

Proficiency in writing product requirements as well as with product management tools like Jira, Confluence, or similar platforms, and experience with business…

Senior Real Estate Accountant

Company: RE/MAX Premier

Location: Chicago, IL

Posted Aug 25, 2025

*Bachelor’s degree* in Accounting, Finance, or related field (CPA or advanced designation preferred). The *Lead Accountant* will be responsible for managing the…

Lead Refrigeration Technician

Company: Biosource Recruiting

Location: Chicago, IL

Posted Aug 26, 2025

Develop technical drawings, models, and specifications with engineering software. Conduct engineering analyses using mathematical and computer-based tools to…

Frequently Asked Questions

What are typical salary ranges by seniority for Software Engineers?
Entry‑level (0‑2 yrs): $80k‑$110k; Mid (3‑5 yrs): $110k‑$150k; Senior (6‑10 yrs): $150k‑$190k; Staff (10‑15 yrs): $190k‑$240k; Principal/Architect: $240k‑$300k+ (US).
What core skills and certifications are required for Software Engineers?
Core languages: JavaScript/TypeScript, Python, Java, Go, Rust. Frameworks: React, Angular, Node.js, Spring, Django. Tools: Docker, Kubernetes, Terraform, GitHub Actions. Cloud creds: AWS Certified Solutions Architect, Azure Solutions Architect Expert, GCP Professional Cloud Architect. Extras: CI/CD, observability (Grafana, Prometheus), unit testing frameworks.
How common is remote work availability for Software Engineer roles?
Over 70% of listings on Job Transparency allow full‑time remote work. Companies often offer US pay bands but allow employees in EU, Canada, and India, with adjustments for local living costs.
What career progression paths exist for Software Engineers?
Typical ladder: Junior Engineer → Mid‑Level Engineer → Senior Engineer → Staff Engineer → Principal Engineer → Engineering Manager/Director → VP of Engineering. Technical tracks emphasize architecture, performance, and system design; managerial tracks focus on people management, strategy, and product delivery.
What are current industry trends affecting Software Engineers?
Accelerated adoption of generative AI, focus on secure by design, growth of low‑code/no‑code platforms, shift to serverless architectures, and rising demand for data‑centric engineers. Companies prioritize DevSecOps, observability, and AI‑augmented dev workflows.

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