Cloud Data Engineer Jobs in Illinois
Cloud Data Engineer jobs in Illinois are open across Chicago, Springfield, and Oak Brook and other Illinois metros, with employers like Tata Consultancy Services (TCS), CVS Health, and Avanade hiring at every experience level. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.
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Must Have Technical/Functional Skills
- ETL/ELT concepts (pipelines, incremental loads, validation)
- Advanced SQL (CTEs, joins, performance tuning)
- Python (modular code, testing, CI/CD)
- PySpark (distributed processing, optimization)
- Azure Data Factory (pipelines, triggers, monitoring)
- Databricks (Delta Lake, workflows, clusters)
- Azure (ADLS Gen2, Azure SQL, Resource Groups, Portal)
- Pulumi (Infrastructure as Code)
- Azure API Services
- Azure Function Apps
Roles & Responsibilities
- Design and build end-to-end data pipelines
- Develop and optimize SQL and PySpark transformations
- Build production-grade Python components
- Create and maintain ADF pipelines
- Work within Azure environments
- Provision Azure resources using Pulumi
- Participate in code reviews, documentation, and operational support
Salary Range: $100,000 - $120,000 a year
TCS Employee Benefits Summary:
- Discretionary Annual Incentive.
- Comprehensive Medical Coverage: Medical & Health, Dental & Vision, Disability Planning & Insurance, Pet Insurance Plans.
- Family Support: Maternal & Parental Leaves.
- Insurance Options: Auto & Home Insurance, Identity Theft Protection.
- Convenience & Professional Growth: Commuter Benefits & Certification & Training Reimbursement.
- Time Off: Vacation, Time Off, Sick Leave & Holidays.
- Legal & Financial Assistance: Legal Assistance, 401K Plan, Performance Bonus, College Fund, Student Loan Refinancing.
Location: Chicago, IL
Job Function: TECHNOLOGY
Role: Engineer
Job Id: 417624
Desired Skills: Azure | Python
Desired Candidate Profile
Qualifications: BACHELOR OF COMPUTER SCIENCE
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Where Illinois roles are concentrated, by current openings.
Cloud Data Engineer Job Market in Illinois
A snapshot from current Illinois openings, updated as new roles post.
Who's Hiring
- Tata Consultancy Services (TCS)8

- CVS Health6

- Avanade5

- Bain & Company4

- CNA Insurance4

Top Industries Hiring
- Technology & Software49
- Consulting & Professional Services34
- Manufacturing12
- Biotechnology & Pharmaceuticals10
- Healthcare & Medical Services9
What Illinois Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in cloud data engineer jobs across Illinois.
- Proficiency in SQL and at least one Python or Scala data engineering framework
- Hands-on experience building and maintaining pipelines on AWS, GCP, or Azure
- Experience with workflow orchestration tools such as Apache Airflow or Prefect
- Familiarity with columnar or lakehouse storage formats like Parquet, Delta Lake, or Iceberg
- Bachelor's degree in computer science, engineering, or a related technical field
- Knowledge of streaming platforms such as Apache Kafka or cloud-native equivalents
Cloud Data Engineer Jobs in Illinois: Frequently Asked Questions
How many cloud data engineer jobs are there in Illinois?
There are 151+ cloud data engineer openings in Illinois on Migrate Mate as of June 2026, with the most roles in Chicago, Springfield, and Oak Brook. New positions post regularly as employers across Illinois hire.
How much do cloud data engineers make in Illinois?
Cloud data engineers in Illinois earn a median of about $142,500 a year, based on May 2025 Bureau of Labor Statistics wage data, ranging from around $97,820 for the lowest 10% to over $193,950 for the top 10%. Pay rises with experience, specialty, and employer.
Which Illinois cities have the most cloud data engineer jobs?
Chicago, Springfield, and Oak Brook have the most cloud data engineer openings in Illinois right now, with additional roles spread across smaller metros statewide.
Which companies hire cloud data engineers in Illinois?
Employers hiring cloud data engineers in Illinois include Tata Consultancy Services (TCS), CVS Health, and Avanade, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of June 2026.
Are there remote cloud data engineer jobs in Illinois?
Yes. About 39% of cloud data engineer openings tied to Illinois are remote or hybrid as of June 2026. The rest are on-site roles based in Illinois metros.
How do I apply for cloud data engineer jobs in Illinois?
You can apply to cloud data engineer jobs in Illinois directly on Migrate Mate. Search the listings above, find roles that match your experience and preferred Illinois location, then apply to each one that fits.
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