Data Platform Engineer Jobs in Illinois
Data Platform Engineer jobs in Illinois are open across Chicago, Tremont, and Springfield and other Illinois metros, with employers like PTx Trimble, CCC Intelligent Solutions, and Krasan Consulting Services hiring at every experience level. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.
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Where Illinois roles are concentrated, by current openings.
Data Platform Engineer Job Market in Illinois
A snapshot from current Illinois openings, updated as new roles post.
Who's Hiring
- PTx Trimble3
- CCC Intelligent Solutions2
- Krasan Consulting Services2
- ABC Supply Co.1
- AbbVie1
Top Industries Hiring
- Technology & Software8
- Consulting & Professional Services5
- Agriculture & Farming3
- Distribution & Wholesale2
- Biotechnology & Pharmaceuticals1
What Illinois Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in data platform engineer jobs across Illinois.
- 5+ years of experience designing and building scalable data pipelines and ETL workflows
- Proficiency with cloud data platforms such as Snowflake, BigQuery, or Redshift
- Hands-on experience with orchestration tools including Apache Airflow or Prefect
- Strong SQL skills and experience with dbt for data transformation and modeling
- Experience with streaming technologies such as Apache Kafka or Apache Spark
- Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Data Engineering, or a related technical field
Data Platform Engineer Jobs in Illinois: Frequently Asked Questions
How many data platform engineer jobs are there in Illinois?
There are 19+ data platform engineer openings in Illinois on Migrate Mate as of June 2026, with the most roles in Chicago, Tremont, and Springfield. New positions post regularly as employers across Illinois hire.
How much do data platform engineers make in Illinois?
Data platform 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 data platform engineer jobs?
Chicago, Tremont, and Springfield have the most data platform engineer openings in Illinois right now, with additional roles spread across smaller metros statewide.
Which companies hire data platform engineers in Illinois?
Employers hiring data platform engineers in Illinois include PTx Trimble, CCC Intelligent Solutions, and Krasan Consulting Services, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of June 2026.
Are there remote data platform engineer jobs in Illinois?
Yes. About 53% of data platform 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 data platform engineer jobs in Illinois?
You can apply to data platform 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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