Data Science Engineer Jobs in Illinois
Data Science Engineer jobs in Illinois are in strong demand, concentrated in financial services, healthcare technology, logistics, and enterprise software, with openings at every level from entry-level analysts through principal engineers. Chicago anchors the market and draws hiring from firms like Morningstar, Allstate, and United Airlines, while suburban corridors in Naperville and Schaumburg add volume through large corporate campuses. The most sought-after specializations in Illinois are machine learning engineering, real-time data pipeline development, and applied analytics for risk and fraud detection. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.
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CCC Intelligent Solutions Inc. (CCC) is a leading cloud platform for the multi-trillion-dollar insurance economy, creating intelligent experiences for insurers, repairers, automakers, part suppliers, and more. At CCC, we’re making life just work by empowering more than 35,000 businesses with industry-leading technology to get drivers back on the road and to health quickly and seamlessly. We’re pushing boundaries with innovative AI solutions that simplify and enhance the claims and repair journey. Through purposeful innovation and the strength of its connections, CCC technologies empower the people and industry relied upon to keep lives moving forward when it matters most. Learn more about CCC at www.cccis.com.
The Role
Our program is designed to #CCCJumpstart your career! At CCC, you will work and learn alongside innovative and inspiring leaders and gain valuable technical experience while working on real business solutions in a corporate setting.
Key Responsibilities:
You'll join the Data Engineering team that builds the data and AI foundation for the company: the curated, governed, well-modeled data that powers analytics, machine learning, and generative AI across CCC. Interns work on real pipelines and real datasets serving the auto-insurance industry and internal teams.
Technology:
- Databricks (Delta Lake, Unity Catalog, workflows)
- PySpark / Spark
- AWS (S3, EMR, Glue, Athena, Lambda)
- Python and SQL
- Apache Airflow
- Data governance and data quality
What you'll do:
- Build end-to-end pipelines that turn raw data into fully curated, enhanced datasets ready for analytics and model training.
- Work with data across all three shapes: structured (relational databases, transactional tables), semi-structured(JSON, XML, compressed/zipped files), and unstructured (claim photos, estimate PDFs, repair notes, audio, and video).
- Produce reusable data building blocks, data models, and data flows for varying client demands — dimensional models, data feeds, dashboard reporting, and data science research and exploration.
- Develop and optimize Spark jobs on Databricks, including Delta Lake tables and incremental and batch processing patterns.
- Apply data governance practices using Unity Catalog and AWS Glue Data Catalog: cataloging and lineage, access controls, PII handling, schema management, and data quality validation.
- Use Apache Airflow to build DAGs that handle cross-DAG dependencies, orchestrate concurrent pipelines, monitor tasks, and alert when SLAs are not met.
- Partner with data scientists and ML engineers to make datasets model-ready, including preparing multimodal data for AI and computer vision use cases.
Technical environment: Python and Spark; Databricks, Delta Lake, and Unity Catalog; AWS ecosystem (S3, EMR, Glue, Athena); Airflow for scheduling and monitoring of big data ETL pipelines; SQL for data profiling and validation; Unix commands and scripting; distributed computing and lakehouse fundamentals; Generative AI, and Agentic AI fundamentals.
Requirements:
In order to be considered for this role you are required to be in pursuit of an Associate, Bachelor's or Master's throughout your internship.
We are looking for candidates who offer strong collaborative skills and work well with a team. A strong interest in computer science and/or related fields is essential to the success of each intern.
If you have knowledge, through coursework or project work, of Python, Machine Learning, or Statistics/ Modeling, this opportunity is right for you.
Interview Policy & Privacy Notice:
A video interview is required for this position. Video interviews are transcribed. Transcriptions are retained and may be reviewed by CCC and our recruiters. Candidates are not permitted to use generative AI or automated assistance during the interviews unless explicitly allowed by the interview team for a specific exercise. Our Job Applicant Privacy Notice is available HERE.
About CCC's Commitment to Employees:
CCC Intelligent Solutions understands that our employees play an integral role in our vision to shape a world where life just works. Our team is defined by our values of Integrity, Customer-Focus, Innovation, Inclusion & Diversity, Tenacity, and Connection. Through diverse perspectives, purposeful innovation, and the strength of connections, our technologies empower the people and industry relied upon to keep lives moving forward when it matters most.
At CCC, together everyone can thrive as we innovate and collaborate, creating employee experiences that just work. We are committed to providing opportunities for our people to make real-life impacts, advance in their careers, and contribute to CCC’s success.
CCC offers competitive compensation and benefits to support you and your families, including:
401K Match
Paid time off
Annual Incentive Plan Performance Bonus
Comprehensive health insurance
Adoption Assistance
Tuition Reimbursement
Wellness Programs
Stock Purchase Plan options
Employee Resource Groups
For more information about our benefits, please check out our careers site.
Here, you belong. You are seen, valued, and respected. We celebrate you for who you are and all you bring. Every voice is heard and is important to our success. You can hear what employees have to say about our culture here
If you require reasonable accommodation to complete a job application, please contact (800) 621-8070.
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- Banking & Financial Services
- Consulting & Professional Services
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What Illinois Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in data science engineer jobs across Illinois.
- Bachelor's or master's degree in computer science, statistics, or a related quantitative field
- Proficiency in Python and SQL with experience building and deploying machine learning models
- Hands-on experience with cloud platforms such as AWS, Azure, or Google Cloud
- Familiarity with big data tools including Spark, Kafka, or Hadoop in production environments
- Strong understanding of data pipeline architecture, ETL processes, and data warehousing
- Ability to communicate analytical findings clearly to non-technical business stakeholders
Data Science Engineer Jobs in Illinois: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a data science engineer in Illinois?
Data science engineering in Illinois has no state-issued license or registration requirement, so the path runs through education and demonstrated technical skill. Most Illinois employers expect at least a bachelor's degree in computer science, statistics, or mathematics, and many prefer a master's for senior roles. Building a portfolio of deployed models or open-source contributions strengthens applications considerably, as does experience with the financial, healthcare, or logistics data domains that dominate Illinois hiring.
How much do data science engineers make in Illinois?
Data science engineers in Illinois earn a median of about $106,560 a year, based on May 2025 Bureau of Labor Statistics wage data, ranging from around $68,810 for the lowest 10% to over $168,880 for the top 10%. Pay rises with experience, specialty, and employer.
Which companies hire data science engineers in Illinois?
Employers hiring data science engineers in Illinois right now include Ritchie Bros., Chamberlain, and University of Chicago, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of August 2026. Illinois's concentration of financial services headquarters, large insurance carriers, and major logistics operators means demand stays consistent across economic cycles rather than spiking only in boom periods.
Which Illinois cities have the most data science engineer jobs?
Chicago, Oak Brook, and Deerfield have the most data science engineer openings in Illinois. Chicago drives the majority of listings through its dense cluster of fintech firms, healthcare systems, and Fortune 500 headquarters, while Naperville and Schaumburg generate steady volume from large corporate campuses that house analytics and engineering centers for insurers, manufacturers, and technology companies.
Are there remote data science engineer jobs in Illinois?
Yes, and more than most fields. About 67% of data science engineer openings tied to Illinois are remote or hybrid as of August 2026, reflecting how thoroughly desk-based and tool-driven the role is. The parts of the work most likely to stay fully remote are model development, pipeline engineering, and exploratory analysis, while roles requiring close collaboration with embedded business teams tend toward hybrid arrangements.
How can I get hired as a data science engineer in Illinois with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path is targeting associate data engineer or junior data analyst roles at Illinois-based firms, then moving into data science engineering once you have production pipeline experience on your record. Large Illinois employers in insurance and financial services, including companies headquartered along the Chicago and Naperville corridors, regularly bring in new graduates through rotational analytics programs. A portfolio demonstrating end-to-end model deployment, even from academic or personal projects, compensates meaningfully for limited work history.
Where can I find and apply to data science engineer jobs in Illinois?
You can find and apply to data science engineer jobs in Illinois on Migrate Mate, which lists current Illinois openings updated regularly. Find roles that match your background and apply directly to the ones that fit.
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