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12 results for Software Engineer in Chicago, IL

Software Engineering Manager
  • Chicago, IL
  • onsite
  • Permanent / Full Time
  • 150000 - 200000 USD / Yearly
  • We are looking for a Software Engineering Manager to lead the planning, delivery, and ongoing support of business-critical applications for a legal organization in Chicago, Illinois. This role combines technical leadership with hands-on involvement, guiding application strategy, improving system quality, and partnering with stakeholders to identify practical technology solutions. The ideal candidate brings strong experience in software development, vendor collaboration, and application lifecycle management, along with the ability to translate operational needs into scalable systems.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Lead the evaluation of business needs and technical requirements to determine the best approach for new or enhanced applications.<br>• Oversee the design, development, testing, deployment, and support of web, intranet, and enterprise applications across all stages of the software lifecycle.<br>• Partner with attorneys, managers, directors, and other stakeholders to recommend technology solutions that improve workflows and align with organizational goals.<br>• Coordinate work delivered by internal teams, external vendors, and software providers to ensure projects meet quality, timing, and performance expectations.<br>• Direct application implementation efforts, including quality assurance processes, issue resolution, and production readiness activities.<br>• Establish and maintain sound data structures and integration approaches that support efficient information flow across enterprise systems.<br>• Provide senior-level technical guidance to the development team, helping resolve complex design, coding, and integration challenges.<br>• Maintain oversight of the technical direction and long-term roadmap for software products supporting practice and administrative functions.<br>• Contribute directly to development and support work when needed to keep initiatives moving and address priority issues.
  • 2026-09-09T00:00:00Z
Systems Engineer
  • Barrington, IL
  • onsite
  • Temporary / Contract
  • 45 - 55 USD / Hourly
  • We are looking for an experienced Systems Engineer to support enterprise infrastructure initiatives in Deer Park, Illinois. This Long-term Contract opportunity is ideal for a detail-oriented candidate who can manage large Windows-based environments, maintain reliable system performance, and contribute to data center operations in a complex setting. The role requires strong technical depth across server administration, identity services, virtualization, and core infrastructure platforms.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Lead large-scale Windows server migration efforts, including transitions from VMware environments to Hyper-V across extensive server estates.<br>• Administer and maintain Windows Server platforms, Active Directory services, Azure Active Directory, Group Policy, and related enterprise system configurations.<br>• Support deployment, installation, and expansion activities within the data center while helping ensure stable operations and limited service interruption.<br>• Manage and troubleshoot enterprise server hardware, Cisco-based infrastructure components, and Pure Storage solutions within production environments.<br>• Coordinate system cutovers, infrastructure changes, and implementation tasks in partnership with technical teams and project stakeholders.<br>• Investigate and resolve complex system issues by applying structured troubleshooting methods across server, virtualization, and infrastructure layers.<br>• Create and maintain clear technical documentation covering environment configurations, procedures, and project-related updates.<br>• Provide operational support for core Microsoft technologies, including Exchange and Citrix-related environments, as needed within the broader infrastructure landscape.
  • 2026-09-01T00:00:00Z
Sr. Software Engineer
  • Chicago, IL
  • remote
  • Permanent / Full Time
  • 225000 - 300000 USD / Yearly
  • We are looking for a Senior Software Engineer to create modern software solutions that connect data, systems, and business workflows into effective digital products. This role is based in Chicago, Illinois, and offers the opportunity to work closely with engineers, product leaders, and client stakeholders to deliver dependable, user-centered platforms. The ideal candidate enjoys building new capabilities from the ground up, solving unfamiliar technical challenges, and improving systems through thoughtful engineering practices.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Build and release full-stack software products, including backend services, APIs, user interfaces, dashboards, and data-driven features that support operational decision-making.<br>• Connect external and internal platforms by developing integrations, data flows, and synchronization processes across business and analytical systems.<br>• Create automated workflows that streamline coordination between users, software applications, and operational processes.<br>• Collaborate with product and engineering partners to define technical approaches, strengthen delivery methods, and improve long-term solution quality.<br>• Engage directly with users and client stakeholders to gather requirements, validate concepts, and refine functionality based on practical feedback.<br>• Monitor live applications, troubleshoot issues across the technology stack, and enhance system stability and performance in production environments.<br>• Produce technical documentation, architectural guidance, and transition materials that enable client teams to support and expand delivered solutions.<br>• Establish reusable development patterns, deployment methods, and engineering assets that improve efficiency across future engagements.
  • 2026-09-09T00:00:00Z
Sr. Software Engineer
  • Chicago, IL
  • remote
  • Temporary / Contract
  • 66.5 - 75 USD / Hourly
  • We are looking for a Sr. Software Engineer to contribute to the design and delivery of scalable backend and platform solutions supporting modern cloud-based applications. This Long-term Contract position offers the opportunity to work with cross-functional engineering teams in Chicago, Illinois while building services, APIs, and foundational infrastructure in a collaborative environment. The ideal candidate brings strong software development expertise, enjoys shaping solutions in newly established environments, and can help turn technical concepts into reliable implementations.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Develop and maintain backend applications, platform components, and service integrations using technologies such as C#, .NET, Python, Node.js, and related tools.<br>• Design and implement secure, scalable APIs and distributed services aligned with cloud-native and microservices-based architecture principles.<br>• Build application and infrastructure solutions from the ground up, supporting greenfield initiatives through planning, development, deployment, and optimization.<br>• Automate provisioning and release processes by applying Infrastructure as Code practices to cloud environments and platform services.<br>• Collaborate with architects, engineering leads, and peer developers to translate technical strategies into well-structured, production-ready solutions.<br>• Support the setup and improvement of cloud infrastructure, backend systems, and platform capabilities to ensure performance, reliability, and maintainability.<br>• Contribute to technical discussions, code reviews, and engineering best practices that promote high-quality delivery across the development lifecycle.<br>• Explore and incorporate emerging tools and frameworks, including AI-enabled development technologies when relevant to project goals.
  • 2026-09-04T00:00:00Z
Data Engineer
  • Chicago, IL
  • onsite
  • Permanent / Full Time
  • 150000 - 160000 USD / Yearly
  • We are looking for a Data Engineer to take ownership of a growing enterprise data platform. This role is best suited for a highly capable, hands-on individual who can build, optimize, and support modern data solutions while working closely with business and technical stakeholders. The position offers the opportunity to shape data architecture, improve data accessibility, and contribute to a scalable analytics environment. This is an onsite role, with three days per week in the office.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Design, build, and maintain scalable data pipelines that support enterprise reporting, analytics, and operational needs.<br>• Develop and enhance data integration workflows using Microsoft Fabric or Azure Data Factory to move and transform data efficiently.<br>• Create and refine data models and architecture standards to improve consistency, performance, and long-term usability across platforms.<br>• Write production-quality Python code to automate data processing, validation, and orchestration tasks.<br>• Partner with cross-functional teams to understand business requirements and translate them into practical data engineering solutions.<br>• Monitor data platform performance, troubleshoot issues, and implement improvements that strengthen reliability and maintainability.<br>• Work with large-scale data technologies such as Spark, Hadoop, Kafka, and ETL frameworks to support evolving data initiatives.<br>• Contribute to the expansion of the data function by documenting processes and, over time, providing guidance to team members as needed.
  • 2026-09-09T00:00:00Z
Data Engineer
  • Chicago, IL
  • onsite
  • Temporary to Hire
  • 59.375 - 68.75 USD / Hourly
  • We are looking for a Data Engineer to join a growing financial services organization in Chicago, Illinois. This contract opportunity with potential for a permanent role is ideal for someone who enjoys building in a developing data environment, contributing to a modern cloud-based platform, and helping shape the next phase of the team’s capabilities. You will work closely with key data stakeholders in a nimble setting where initiative, sound judgment, and adaptability are highly valued.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Design and support data workflows that collect, refine, and deliver information across a contemporary cloud ecosystem.<br>• Develop and enhance scalable data pipelines using Python and automated ingestion platforms such as Fivetran or comparable tools.<br>• Model and transform datasets within Snowflake to enable reliable analytics and downstream business intelligence reporting.<br>• Collaborate closely with the data architect to expand and improve the organization’s overall data infrastructure.<br>• Contribute to reporting readiness by preparing curated datasets for visualization tools including Power BI and Sigma.<br>• Monitor pipeline performance and resolve data issues to maintain accuracy, consistency, and dependable delivery.<br>• Assess emerging technologies and recommend practical additions to the data stack as business needs evolve.<br>• Work effectively in a fast-paced team environment where priorities can shift and new tooling may be introduced regularly.
  • 2026-09-04T00:00:00Z
Data Engineer
  • Chicago, IL
  • onsite
  • Permanent / Full Time
  • 180000 - 200000 USD / Yearly
  • We are looking for a Data Engineer to help build and maintain scalable data solutions that support critical business operations within the brokerage industry. This role is based in Chicago, Illinois, and focuses on designing reliable data pipelines, improving data accessibility, and enabling efficient processing across large datasets. The ideal candidate brings strong technical expertise in modern data engineering tools and enjoys working in a fast-paced environment where data quality, performance, and consistency are essential.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Design, develop, and optimize data pipelines that support ingestion, transformation, and delivery of large-scale datasets.<br>• Build and maintain ETL workflows to ensure accurate, timely, and dependable movement of data across platforms.<br>• Use Python and Apache Spark to process complex data efficiently and improve overall pipeline performance.<br>• Work with Apache Hadoop technologies to manage distributed data storage and computation for high-volume workloads.<br>• Implement streaming and messaging solutions with Apache Kafka to support near-real-time data integration needs.<br>• Partner with cross-functional teams to understand data requirements and translate business needs into technical solutions.<br>• Monitor data processes, troubleshoot issues, and resolve bottlenecks to maintain system reliability and data integrity.<br>• Contribute to enhancements involving data platform changes or internal process updates as part of ongoing engineering initiatives.
  • 2026-09-09T00:00:00Z
Full Stack Developer
  • Addison, IL
  • onsite
  • Permanent / Full Time
  • 100000 - 115000 USD / Yearly
  • <p>We are seeking a skilled <strong>Software / Web Developer</strong> with experience building, enhancing, and supporting business applications in a <strong>Microsoft development environment</strong>. This role will focus on developing web-based and software solutions using <strong>.NET Framework, C#, Entity Framework, Visual Studio, and SQL Server</strong> in a collaborative team setting. Based on general knowledge.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities</strong></p><ul><li>Design, develop, test, and maintain software and web applications using <strong>.NET Framework</strong> and <strong>C#</strong>. Based on general knowledge.</li><li>Build and support data-driven applications using <strong>Entity Framework</strong> and <strong>SQL Server</strong>. Based on general knowledge.</li><li>Write clean, efficient, and maintainable code following development best practices and coding standards. Based on general knowledge.</li><li>Troubleshoot, debug, and resolve application defects and performance issues. Based on general knowledge.</li><li>Participate in full software development lifecycle activities, including requirements gathering, design, development, testing, deployment, and support. Based on general knowledge.</li><li>Collaborate with business users, analysts, and other developers to deliver technical solutions aligned with business needs. Based on general knowledge.</li><li>Create and optimize database queries, stored procedures, and data models in <strong>SQL Server</strong>. Based on general knowledge.</li><li>Use <strong>Visual Studio</strong> and related development tools for coding, testing, and deployment. Based on general knowledge.</li><li>Assist with application upgrades, enhancements, and integration efforts. Based on general knowledge.</li><li>Maintain technical documentation for applications, processes, and system changes. Based on general knowledge.</li></ul>
  • 2026-08-24T00:00:00Z
Cloud Engineer
  • Des Plaines, IL
  • onsite
  • Permanent / Full Time
  • 115000 - 125000 USD / Yearly
  • <p>We are looking for a Cloud Engineer to help shape and secure a modern cloud environment within a regulated healthcare organization right outside of Chicago. This role blends cloud engineering, architecture, and cybersecurity, requiring someone who can contribute technically while also guiding strategy and risk-informed decisions. The position works across infrastructure, security, development, and compliance functions to build resilient solutions, protect sensitive data, and support long-term cloud maturity.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Develop and refine cloud architecture plans that align with business goals, security expectations, and future-state technology direction.</p><p>• Lead cloud-focused initiatives such as platform enhancements, environment deployments, infrastructure automation, backup strategy, and operational monitoring.</p><p>• Design, implement, and support secure configurations across cloud and on-premises systems with a strong emphasis on safeguarding sensitive healthcare information.</p><p>• Partner with internal technical teams, privacy and legal stakeholders, and external service providers to evaluate solutions, resolve issues, and strengthen cloud operations.</p><p>• Contribute hands-on expertise to cloud administration, troubleshooting, and migration efforts while improving reliability and performance across hosted services.</p><p>• Establish and maintain infrastructure-as-code practices using tools such as Terraform, Bicep, Ansible, or comparable automation frameworks.</p><p>• Support security operations by addressing vulnerabilities, assisting with incident response activities, and recommending practical controls to reduce risk.</p><p>• Prepare architecture documentation, roadmap materials, and leadership-ready recommendations that clearly explain technical options, risk considerations, and investment priorities.</p><p>• Monitor cloud consumption trends, identify opportunities to reduce waste, and provide reporting that supports effective cost management.</p><p>• Participate in audits, vendor reviews, compliance assessments, and governance activities related to regulated healthcare technology environments.</p>
  • 2026-09-08T00:00:00Z
Back End Developer
  • Libertyville, IL
  • onsite
  • Permanent / Full Time
  • 110000 - 140000 USD / Yearly
  • We are looking for a Back End Developer to support digital design workflows in Libertyville, Illinois. This position focuses on building custom software solutions and automation tools that improve how teams work with Autodesk platforms and related applications. The ideal candidate brings strong programming experience, problem-solving ability, and a practical approach to expanding software functionality through scripting and API development.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Develop and support custom plugins and add-ins for platforms such as Autodesk Revit and Navisworks to enhance project functionality.<br>• Build automation scripts in Python, Dynamo, or C# to reduce manual effort across tasks like model checks, documentation setup, and information processing.<br>• Use Revit and related software APIs to extend application capabilities and create tailored technical solutions.<br>• Investigate and resolve challenging integration problems between software systems, including troubleshooting defects in internally developed tools.<br>• Evaluate new technologies, including AI-driven solutions and cloud-based automation, to improve delivery efficiency and technical performance.<br>• Collaborate with project stakeholders to understand workflow needs and translate them into scalable backend development solutions.
  • 2026-09-09T00:00:00Z
Artificial Intelligence (AI) Engineer
  • Lake Forest, IL
  • onsite
  • Permanent / Full Time
  • 150000 - 185000 USD / Yearly
  • <p>We are looking for an experienced AI Program Manager to lead enterprise AI and automation initiatives in Lake Forest, Illinois. This role will shape the direction of a digital workforce program, identify high-impact use cases, and guide solutions from initial evaluation through deployment and ongoing optimization. The position partners closely with business stakeholders and technical teams to expand AI adoption, deliver measurable operational value, and assess emerging technologies that support long-term innovation.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Direct the enterprise digital workforce program across intake, prioritization, solution governance, implementation oversight, change enablement, and platform support activities.</p><p>• Partner with business leaders and technical teams to uncover automation and agentic AI opportunities that improve efficiency, reduce costs, and strengthen operational outcomes.</p><p>• Design end-to-end AI and automation solution approaches using platforms such as Bedrock, Databricks, and other approved enterprise AI environments.</p><p>• Evaluate the existing automation portfolio and determine whether solutions should be retired, redesigned, or rebuilt to align with modern AI capabilities.</p><p>• Lead adoption efforts for tools such as Microsoft 365 Copilot and Claude Enterprise by creating enablement strategies, user education plans, and engagement programs.</p><p>• Establish and grow a network of AI champions across the organization to encourage practical usage, increase confidence, and accelerate business adoption.</p><p>• Monitor program performance through recurring reporting that tracks participation, outcomes, and business value tied to capacity gains, cost impact, and revenue contribution.</p><p>• Research developing trends in AI and automation, assess enterprise applicability, and run structured pilots that inform future roadmap decisions.</p><p>• Guide and mentor AI Solution Analysts by overseeing process assessments and ensuring documentation and design deliverables meet business and audit standards.</p>
  • 2026-09-09T00:00:00Z
Fullstack Developer - .NET and React
  • Lisle, IL
  • onsite
  • Temporary / Contract
  • 53.2 - 61.6 USD / Hourly
  • We are looking for a Fullstack Developer - .NET and React to support modern web application development in Lisle, Illinois. This Long-term Contract position is suited for a developer who brings strong experience across backend and frontend technologies, enjoys building scalable solutions, and can contribute effectively within an Agile team. The role focuses on enhancing existing applications, developing new API-driven functionality, and helping improve code quality, performance, and maintainability across the platform.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Build and maintain full-stack web applications using .NET technologies, C#, and React in a collaborative Agile environment.<br>• Create and support RESTful APIs in .NET Core to enable reliable integration across application components.<br>• Improve existing systems by updating legacy web applications and contributing to modernization efforts with React and .NET Core.<br>• Write unit tests and participate in web application testing to promote stable, high-quality releases.<br>• Apply sound engineering practices related to security, scalability, and application performance throughout development.<br>• Develop and optimize database solutions, including advanced SQL queries and stored procedures, to support business functionality.<br>• Use Git-based workflows and CI/CD practices to manage code changes, deployment readiness, and team collaboration.<br>• Contribute to cloud and container-based deployment activities, including work with Azure and Kubernetes environments.
  • 2026-09-11T00:00:00Z