Software Engineer Jobs in Chicago, IL

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CHICAGO SOUTH LOOP ELECTRICIAN

Company: State of Illinois

Location: Chicago, IL

Posted Jul 09, 2025

Requires a valid driver’s license and the ability to travel to various sites/facilities. Under general supervision, receiving day-to-day guidance from the Chief…

Customer Success Manager-Facebook Ads

Company: Predictive Sales AI

Location: Chicago, IL

Posted Jul 09, 2025

Strategic Digital Marketing Advisor: Advise clients on holistic digital marketing strategies, emphasizing how our AI tools can enhance their paid social efforts…

Thermoforming - Process Technician

Company: Pactiv Evergreen

Location: Bridgeview, IL

Posted Jul 09, 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 Manager, Software Engineering, Full Stack (Python, GoLang, Java, AWS)

Company: Capital One

Location: Chicago, IL

Posted Jul 10, 2025

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

Senior Accountant

Company: Rosecrance Health Network

Location: Chicago, IL

Posted Jul 09, 2025

OR a Bachelor's Degree and a valid CPA (Certified Public Accountant) license. Master's Degree in Accounting, Business or a related field.

Staff Software Engineer

Company: GE HEALTHCARE

Location: Chicago, IL

Posted Jul 08, 2025

5 years of experience in design and development of software architecture using established design patterns. 5 years of experience in object oriented design and…

EHS Prevention Initiative Lead Teacher

Company: Easterseals Serving Chicagoland and Greater Rockford

Location: Chicago, IL

Posted Jul 09, 2025

Facilitate with the classroom teaching team the creation and implementation of group lesson plans. The Lead Head Start Teacher ensures that all education staff…

Marketing Graphic Designer

Company: Oak Park Park District

Location: Oak Park, IL

Posted Jul 08, 2025

Associate or bachelor’s degree in graphic design, Communications, Marketing, Electronic Media/Fine Arts, Digital Media, or related field.

Culinary Director

Company: Soul & Smoke

Location: Chicago, IL

Posted Jul 08, 2025

Driver’s license is strongly preferred. This role partners with the Chef, office team, and kitchen staff to maintain high standards while driving efficiency and…

Staff Accountant

Company: Assembly Health

Location: Chicago, IL

Posted Jul 09, 2025

Take ownership of all details of the general ledger of assigned facilities as well as understand the flow of transactions.

Regional Marketing Associate - Student Housing Exp Required

Company: The Scion Group

Location: Chicago, IL

Posted Jul 09, 2025

Scion is paving a path in student living, and the Regional Marketing Associate is a crucial team member responsible for driving traditional marketing efforts…

Union Carpenter Foreman - Data Center Hot Aisle Containment

Company: Turner Construction Company

Location: Chicago, IL

Posted Jul 09, 2025

Supervise and develop trade employees, as assigned, including providing input on or completing performance appraisals. Address staff needs and resolve problems.

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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