Software Engineer Jobs in Chicago, IL

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Senior Technical Program Manager

Company: CVS Health

Location: Springfield, IL

Posted Jan 25, 2025

Solutions Architect

Company: Supernova Technology

Location: Chicago, IL

Posted Jan 25, 2025

Supernova Technology, founded in 2014, offers a cloud-based, customizable software solution for securities-based lending. The Solutions Architect role involves gathering client needs, designing system architecture, and overseeing implementation. The company values innovation, collaboration, and continuous learning, with a robust benefits package including medical, dental, vision insurance, retirement savings, and more.

Software Development Team Lead - Java

Company:

Location: Lake Bluff, IL

Posted Jan 25, 2025

Cybersecurity Engineer (Network)

Company: Discover

Location: Riverwoods, IL

Posted Jan 25, 2025

Senior Solution Consultant

Company: Thomson Reuters

Location: Naperville, IL

Posted Jan 25, 2025

Packaging Engineer Manager

Company:

Location: Deerfield, IL

Posted Jan 25, 2025

Packaging Engineer Manager

Company:

Location: Chicago, IL

Posted Jan 25, 2025

Product Owner

Company: CSC

Location: Buffalo Grove, IL

Posted Jan 25, 2025

Application Engineer (Full Stack)

Company: Discover

Location: Riverwoods, IL

Posted Jan 25, 2025

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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