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16 results for Systems Engineer in Chicago, IL

Network Engineer
  • Schaumburg, IL
  • onsite
  • Temporary / Contract
  • 71.25 - 82.5 USD / Hourly
  • We are looking for an experienced Network Engineer to support enterprise networking and security initiatives in Schaumburg, Illinois. This Long-term Contract position focuses on designing, administering, and optimizing secure network environments across firewall, wireless, and cloud-managed platforms. The role requires a hands-on, detail-oriented individual who can strengthen connectivity, improve visibility, and help deliver infrastructure changes with minimal disruption.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Administer and enhance network security platforms using Fortinet solutions, including firewall, endpoint access, and analytics tools.<br>• Manage Aruba-based switching, wireless, and centralized management environments to maintain reliable campus and branch connectivity.<br>• Plan and execute secure connectivity updates, including IPsec-related changes, pilot deployments, and production implementations.<br>• Integrate network and security systems with identity services such as Active Directory and Entra ID to support controlled access.<br>• Oversee certificate usage and lifecycle processes to help maintain trusted authentication across network services.<br>• Monitor logs, generate operational reporting, and troubleshoot issues spanning firewalls, routing, wireless, and security infrastructure.<br>• Create and maintain technical documentation, including standard procedures, operational runbooks, and knowledge transfer materials.<br>• Collaborate with technical teams to support cloud-managed networking and security platforms while improving performance and resilience.
  • 2026-06-15T00:00:00Z
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.
  • 2026-05-28T00:00:00Z
Systems Administrator
  • Schaumburg, IL
  • onsite
  • Temporary to Hire
  • 55 - 65 USD / Hourly
  • We are looking for an experienced Systems Administrator to join our team in Schaumburg, Illinois. In this Contract to permanent position, you will play a vital role in maintaining and optimizing the organization&#39;s IT infrastructure. This role requires a hands-on approach to managing enterprise systems, troubleshooting issues, and ensuring high performance across a variety of platforms.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Manage and administer Windows Server environments, including updates, upgrades, and virtual machine maintenance.<br>• Support and maintain Active Directory and Microsoft Entra ID (Azure AD) in hybrid identity setups.<br>• Provide troubleshooting and end-user support for PCs, including hardware and software issues on Intune-managed endpoints.<br>• Oversee Windows desktop support and ensure smooth operations across the organization.<br>• Assist with virtualization platforms such as VMware and other hypervisor environments.<br>• Monitor and manage Azure Backup and Recovery Services Vault-based backup infrastructure.<br>• Contribute to endpoint protection operations using platforms such as CrowdStrike Falcon or similar.<br>• Diagnose and resolve system, network, and application issues, including those related to cloud-managed networking (Meraki).<br>• Follow established change management and ticketing workflows, ensuring compliance with organizational processes.
  • 2026-05-22T00:00:00Z
Systems Administrator
  • North Aurora, IL
  • onsite
  • Permanent / Full Time
  • 80000 - 90000 USD / Yearly
  • <p>We are seeking a skilled <strong>Systems Administrator</strong> to support, maintain, and enhance enterprise infrastructure environments. This role is responsible for day-to-day administration of servers, systems, and related technologies, as well as troubleshooting issues, supporting end users, and ensuring reliable system performance. The ideal candidate has strong technical experience, a proactive mindset, and the ability to work across multiple infrastructure platforms.</p><p><br></p><p>Key Responsibilities</p><ul><li>Administer, maintain, and support physical and virtual server environments</li><li>Monitor system performance, availability, and security</li><li>Install, configure, patch, and upgrade operating systems and server applications</li><li>Troubleshoot hardware, software, and infrastructure issues in a timely manner</li><li>Manage user accounts, permissions, and access controls</li><li>Support Active Directory, group policies, file services, and related enterprise systems</li><li>Assist with backup, recovery, and disaster recovery processes</li><li>Maintain system documentation, procedures, and inventory records</li><li>Collaborate with network, security, cloud, and help desk teams to resolve issues and improve operations</li><li>Participate in on-call support or after-hours maintenance as needed</li></ul>
  • 2026-06-09T00:00:00Z
Infrastructure & Security Engineer
  • Naperville, IL
  • onsite
  • Permanent / Full Time
  • 120000 - 148000 USD / Yearly
  • <p>Our client is seeking an experienced <strong>Infrastructure Security Engineer</strong> to support and secure a hybrid Microsoft environment spanning both on-premises and cloud platforms. This role is ideal for a hands-on professional with deep experience across traditional server and network infrastructure, along with responsibility for enterprise security tooling, threat monitoring, and ongoing security operations. The organization is currently in a hybrid state and actively transforming to a more cloud-centric environment, so this individual will play a key role in both day-to-day operational security and longer-term modernization efforts. Based on general knowledge.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities</strong></p><ul><li>Manage and secure core infrastructure, including servers, networks, firewalls, switches, VPNs, and related systems in a hybrid on-premises and cloud environment. Based on general knowledge.</li><li>Administer, maintain, and optimize security tools such as endpoint protection, vulnerability management, SIEM, email security, identity and access management, and monitoring platforms. Based on general knowledge.</li><li>Monitor infrastructure and security events, investigate alerts, respond to incidents, and support remediation efforts. Based on general knowledge.</li><li>Partner with infrastructure and leadership teams to strengthen security controls across Microsoft technologies, including Active Directory, Azure, Microsoft 365, and related platforms. Based on general knowledge.</li><li>Support the company’s transition from traditional on-premises infrastructure to cloud-based solutions by helping design and implement secure architectures and best practices. Based on general knowledge.</li><li>Perform vulnerability assessments, patch management coordination, system hardening, and access reviews across servers, endpoints, and network devices. Based on general knowledge.</li><li>Develop and maintain security documentation, standards, procedures, and incident response processes. Based on general knowledge.</li><li>Assist with compliance, audit readiness, and security improvement initiatives. Based on general knowledge.</li><li>Collaborate with internal teams and third-party vendors to ensure reliable infrastructure performance and effective security coverage. Based on general knowledge.</li></ul>
  • 2026-06-04T00:00:00Z
Process & Systems Analyst
  • Chicago, IL
  • onsite
  • Permanent / Full Time
  • 90000 - 120000 USD / Yearly
  • <p><em>The salary range for this position is $90,000 - $120,000 plus bonus, and it comes with benefits, including medical, vision, dental, life, and disability insurance. To apply to this hybrid role please send your resume to [email protected].</em></p><p><br></p><p><strong>Job Description:</strong></p><ul><li>Lead structured Kaizen cycles focused on throughput, quality and risk reduction.</li><li>Apply relevant Process Management tools (e.g. Lean/Six Sigma tools such as VSM (Value Stream Mapping), SIPOC (Supplier, Input, Process, Output, Customer), 5 Whys, Ishikawa).</li><li>Perform process mining and time‑and‑motion analysis.</li><li>Identify root causes of rework, delays, documentation errors and funding bottlenecks.</li><li>Design and develop To‑Be processes including clear role definitions, handoffs, and service-level expectations. As minimum expected is inclusion of RACI (Responsible, Accountable, Consulted, Informed), SLAs and control points.</li><li>Analyze and document current (“as-is”) processes across all functions – e.g. origination, credit, operations, funding/treasury, and portfolio management.</li><li>Identify inefficiencies (benchmarking against other countries in the network, against the market), bottlenecks, error drivers, and compliance-related risks.</li><li>Support the creation and maintenance of standard operating procedures (SOPs), process maps, and work instructions.</li><li>Serve as the primary process interface between functions (e.g., IT, Risk, Operations, Finance).</li><li>Align process and system requirements with Group standards while ensuring local regulatory and operational needs are met.</li><li>Facilitate cross-functional workshops to align stakeholders on process changes, implementation steps, and responsibilities.</li><li>Translate business requirements into structured change requests for HQ IT teams, or external local providers.</li><li>Define functional requirements, expected outcomes, dependencies, acceptance criteria, and test scenarios.</li><li>Support prioritization of change requests and maintain transparency on timelines and delivery status.</li><li>Coordinate user acceptance testing (UAT) with local teams and document test results.</li><li>Ensure system enhancements support process design, reporting, compliance, and operational efficiency.</li><li>Monitor performance of external systems and service quality, maintaining communication and coordination with external providers (if such).</li><li>Translate gaps into OCR (Optical Character Recognition)/RPA (Robotic Process Automation) and workflow opportunities.</li><li>Build business cases with ROI and risk impact.</li><li>Define data quality rules and reporting requirements</li><li>Monitor and supervise process implementation across teams, ensuring adoption and operational consistency.</li><li>Track and manage implementation progress, risks, open issues, and mitigation actions.</li></ul><p><br></p>
  • 2026-06-12T00:00:00Z
Firmware Engineer
  • Chicago, IL
  • onsite
  • Temporary to Hire
  • 43.5385 - 50.08 USD / Hourly
  • We are looking for a skilled Firmware Engineer to join our team in Chicago, Illinois, on a contract with the potential for a long-term position. In this role, you will contribute to the development, testing, and maintenance of embedded firmware for advanced control systems. This opportunity is ideal for a proactive engineer who thrives in an agile and collaborative environment, with the possibility to transition into a long-term role.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Design and develop embedded firmware using C++ for control systems in industrial environments.<br>• Test, debug, and maintain firmware to ensure optimal performance and reliability.<br>• Collaborate with engineering teams to implement new features and enhance existing functionality.<br>• Work independently to navigate and improve large, established codebases.<br>• Utilize version control systems, such as Git, to manage code changes effectively.<br>• Contribute to platform modernization and extend firmware capabilities for next-generation systems.<br>• Troubleshoot complex issues and provide innovative solutions to improve system efficiency.<br>• Interact with internal stakeholders, including product owners, to align development efforts with business goals.<br>• Support both legacy and newer firmware platforms, depending on team assignment.
  • 2026-06-19T00:00:00Z
Sr. Linux Engineer
  • Chicago, IL
  • remote
  • Permanent / Full Time
  • 120000 - 150000 USD / Yearly
  • <p>We are seeking an experienced <strong>Senior Linux Engineer</strong> to support and enhance complex Linux-based infrastructure environments. This role will focus on system administration, automation, performance tuning, security, and production support across enterprise platforms. The ideal candidate brings deep technical expertise, strong troubleshooting skills, and experience working in fast-paced, high-availability environments.</p><p><br></p><p>Key Responsibilities</p><ul><li>Design, implement, administer, and support enterprise Linux server environments</li><li>Manage system performance, availability, reliability, and security</li><li>Troubleshoot and resolve complex operating system, server, and infrastructure issues</li><li>Automate administration tasks using scripting and configuration management tools</li><li>Support patching, upgrades, and system hardening initiatives</li><li>Monitor infrastructure and respond to incidents, outages, and service requests</li><li>Partner with cross-functional teams including cloud, network, security, and application teams</li><li>Maintain system documentation, standards, and operational procedures</li><li>Support disaster recovery, backup, and business continuity processes</li><li>Recommend and implement infrastructure improvements and best practices</li></ul>
  • 2026-06-09T00:00:00Z
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.
  • 2026-06-10T00:00:00Z
Sr. Software Engineer
  • Chicago, IL
  • onsite
  • Temporary to Hire
  • 55.4135 - 64.163 USD / Hourly
  • We are looking for a skilled Sr. Software Engineer to join a dynamic team within the real estate and property industry. In this contract-to-permanent position, you will play a key role in building and maintaining custom web applications that drive operational efficiency across the organization. This role is based in Chicago, Illinois, and offers a hybrid work environment with three days onsite per week.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Design, develop, test, and deploy full stack web applications using React and .NET technologies.<br>• Own the architecture, scalability, and maintainability of internal applications to ensure long-term performance.<br>• Build and integrate APIs, connecting front-end, back-end, and database layers seamlessly.<br>• Troubleshoot and enhance existing applications to improve functionality and user experience.<br>• Partner with data engineering and analytics teams to align applications with the organization&#39;s data platform.<br>• Write clean, secure, and well-documented code that adheres to industry best practices.<br>• Conduct code reviews and participate in deployment processes to maintain high-quality standards.<br>• Provide production support and resolve technical issues in a timely manner.<br>• Contribute to data-related tasks such as SQL queries, basic data modeling, and collaborating on analytics projects.
  • 2026-06-19T00:00:00Z
Software Developer
  • Franklin Park, IL
  • remote
  • Temporary / Contract
  • 63.02 - 72.72 USD / Hourly
  • <p>We are looking for a skilled Software Developer to join our team on a contract basis. This role requires a proactive individual who can work independently while collaborating effectively with team members when needed. If you have expertise in Ruby on Rails, RESTful APIs, and a strong background in software development, we invite you to apply.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Develop, edit, and maintain code using Ruby on Rails to create robust and scalable applications.</p><p>• Access and integrate third-party services server-side through RESTful APIs.</p><p>• Design and implement new Ruby gems or enhance existing ones to optimize functionality.</p><p>• Utilize Backstage to manage and interact with databases effectively.</p><p>• Validate and debug JavaScript code to ensure quality and performance.</p><p>• Collaborate with team members remotely to troubleshoot and resolve technical challenges.</p><p>• Apply knowledge in .NET technologies, including C#, ASP.NET, and .NET Framework, in relevant scenarios.</p><p>• Conduct thorough testing and debugging to deliver high-quality solutions.</p><p>• Ensure timely completion of project deliverables while adhering to best practices in software development.</p>
  • 2026-06-08T00:00:00Z
Software Developer
  • Chicago, IL
  • remote
  • Permanent / Full Time
  • 90000 - 115000 USD / Yearly
  • <p>Our client is seeking a <strong>Software Developer / Integration Specialist</strong> with strong experience designing, developing, and supporting enterprise integrations across business systems. This role requires hands-on expertise in <strong>Microsoft Logic Apps</strong>, <strong>EDI</strong>, <strong>C#</strong>, and <strong>T-SQL</strong>. Experience with <strong>Boomi</strong> is highly preferred. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in application integration, data transformation, and system connectivity, with the ability to work closely with technical and business teams to deliver scalable, reliable solutions.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities</strong></p><ul><li>Design, develop, implement, and support system integrations using <strong>Microsoft Logic Apps</strong></li><li>Build and maintain integration workflows between internal and external business applications</li><li>Develop and support <strong>EDI</strong> transactions and related mapping, troubleshooting, and partner onboarding</li><li>Write, test, and maintain application code using <strong>C#</strong></li><li>Create and optimize stored procedures, queries, and database objects in <strong>T-SQL</strong></li><li>Troubleshoot integration failures, data issues, and performance bottlenecks across connected systems</li><li>Collaborate with cross-functional teams to gather requirements and translate them into technical solutions</li><li>Monitor, document, and enhance existing integration processes for reliability and scalability</li><li>Support deployment, testing, and ongoing maintenance of integration solutions</li><li>Ensure data integrity, security, and compliance across all integrations</li></ul>
  • 2026-06-19T00:00:00Z
Data Engineer
  • Westchester, IL
  • remote
  • Temporary / Contract
  • 70 - 80 USD / Hourly
  • <p>We are looking for a Data Engineer to join a team on a Long-term Contract assignment. This position will play a key role in strengthening an established Microsoft Fabric environment by building scalable data solutions that improve reliability, accessibility, and business value. The ideal candidate brings strong technical depth in modern data engineering, paired with the ability to evaluate data design choices thoughtfully and communicate effectively with stakeholders. You will work with business-facing data needs while helping shape well-structured datasets that support reporting, analytics, and long-term platform maturity.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Expand and enhance an existing Microsoft Fabric data platform to improve performance, consistency, and downstream usability.</p><p>• Develop layered data solutions using Bronze, Silver, and Gold design principles, with particular attention to delivering trusted and analytics-ready Gold datasets.</p><p>• Create and refine data models that support accurate reporting by evaluating data relationships, structure, quality, and business context.</p><p>• Build ingestion and transformation pipelines for Salesforce data along with additional source systems used across the organization.</p><p>• Contribute to the evolution of reporting and warehousing practices by reducing dependence on legacy approaches and spreadsheet-driven processes.</p><p>• Work autonomously on technical deliverables while providing clear updates on milestones, design decisions, dependencies, and potential issues.</p><p>• Partner with business stakeholders to understand reporting needs and translate them into effective data structures that support analytics and visualization tools.</p><p>• Use data engineering technologies such as Python, Spark, ETL frameworks, and related platform capabilities to deliver scalable solutions.</p><p>• Support report-oriented data design by preparing curated datasets that align with Power BI and other business intelligence use cases.</p>
  • 2026-06-18T00:00:00Z
Data Engineer
  • Chicago, IL
  • onsite
  • Temporary to Hire
  • 55.4135 - 64.163 USD / Hourly
  • We are looking for a Data Engineer to join a real estate and property organization in Chicago, Illinois on a contract-to-permanent basis. This role is ideal for a hands-on builder who can create and improve modern data pipelines, manage core data platforms, and support reliable data delivery across the business. You will work within the Azure ecosystem to develop scalable solutions that connect multiple data sources, strengthen data quality, and enable informed decision-making.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Design, build, and enhance end-to-end data pipelines using Microsoft Fabric and/or Azure Data Factory for production use.<br>• Manage and improve the data environment with a strong ownership mindset, ensuring performance, reliability, and maintainability.<br>• Integrate data from varied sources such as APIs, databases, and flat files into structured, usable datasets.<br>• Develop data models and schema designs that support reporting, analytics, and downstream business needs.<br>• Monitor data quality and implement validation checks, troubleshooting issues through root cause analysis and continuous optimization.<br>• Create scalable cloud-based data solutions within Azure that support long-term operational and analytical goals.<br>• Partner with cross-functional stakeholders to translate business questions into practical data engineering solutions.<br>• Contribute to orchestration, automation, and ongoing support of data workflows using modern engineering tools and programming languages.
  • 2026-06-18T00:00:00Z
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.
  • 2026-06-12T00:00:00Z
EntraID Engineer
  • Evanston, IL
  • onsite
  • Temporary / Contract
  • 60 - 70 USD / Hourly
  • We are looking for an EntraID Engineer to support identity and access management initiatives for a long-term contract opportunity based in Evanston, Illinois. This role will partner closely with security operations and application stakeholders to strengthen authentication, access governance, and integration across Microsoft 365 services such as Teams. The ideal candidate brings hands-on experience with conditional access configuration, directory services, and modern application development technologies in a collaborative enterprise environment.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Design, implement, and maintain Entra ID solutions that support secure user access across enterprise platforms and cloud services.<br>• Develop and manage conditional access policies to align authentication controls with organizational security requirements.<br>• Collaborate with the SecOps team to investigate access-related risks, improve identity protection measures, and support ongoing security initiatives.<br>• Configure and support integrations between Entra ID and Microsoft 365 applications, including Teams and related collaboration tools.<br>• Assist with Active Directory migration activities by helping align identity infrastructure, access models, and user provisioning processes.<br>• Troubleshoot authentication, authorization, and directory synchronization issues to maintain reliable access for end users and internal teams.<br>• Contribute to technical solutions that may involve C#, .NET, ASP.NET, JavaScript, and React.js within identity-enabled application environments.
  • 2026-06-17T00:00:00Z