Database Developer Jobs in Illinois
Database Developer jobs in Illinois are open across Chicago, East Peoria, and Lisle and other Illinois metros, with employers like Capgemini, Collabera, and EGB Systems & Solutions hiring at every experience level. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.
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Company Description
Collabera is ranked amongst the top 10 Information Technology (IT) staffing firms in the U.S., with more than $550 million in sales revenue and a global presence that represents approximately 12,000+ professionals across North America (U.S., Canada), Asia Pacific (India, Philippines, Singapore, Malaysia) and the United Kingdom. We support our clients with a strong recruitment model and a sincere commitment to their success, which is why more than 75% of our clients rank us amongst their top three staffing suppliers.
For consultants and employees, Collabera offers an enriching experience that promotes career growth and lifelong learning. Awards and Recognitions --Staffing Industry Analysts: Best Staffing Firm to Work For (2016, 2015, 2014, 2013, 2012) --Staffing Industry Analysts: Largest U.S. Staffing Firms (2016, 2015, 2014, 2013) --Staffing Industry Analysts: Largest Minority Owned IT Staffing Firm in the US.
Job Description
Location: Lisle, IL 60532
Job Title: Database Programmer
Duration: 12+ Months (Contract to hire)
Responsibilities:
- Design database for OLTP and OLAP applications
- Define database standards for tables, columns, indexes
- Handle the daily responsibilities of supporting the build and release needs of Agile scrum teams
- Provide guidance to cross-team and team members in database best practices and procedures
- Support all pre-production, managed environments for middleware services and applications
- Deploy code and other proactive maintenance activities to keep the services up and running
- Own specific deployment problems and provide active coordination between various groups including internal and external groups in resolving a specific problem
- Work with Development, QA and other teams to understand changes to the existing production environment on an ongoing basis and for environment support
- Update documentation that communicates standards and best practices of the engineering team
- Implement metrics, Success Factors and Key Performance Indicators for the process and the team
Qualifications
- BS in Computer Science or equivalent
- 3+ years of experience Database Programming/Management
Should Have:
- Database capacity planning
- C# or Java Programming
- PostgreSQL
- MongoDB
- NOSQL
Required Skills:
- Database Design
- T-SQL Programming
- Stored procedures/Functions/Trigger Development
- MS SQL Server Installation, configuration
- Query optimization, Execution plan Analysis
- MS SQL Server Job setup
- Database Performance Monitoring
- MS SQL Server Database Optimization
Additional Information
To apply for this position, or to learn more about the role, please contact:
Himanshu Prajapat
973-606-3291
himanshu.prajapat(at)collabera.com
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Where Illinois roles are concentrated, by current openings.
Database Developer Job Market in Illinois
A snapshot from current Illinois openings, updated as new roles post.
Who's Hiring
- Capgemini3

- Collabera2

- EGB Systems & Solutions1

- Gallagher1

- Krasan Consulting Services1

Top Industries Hiring
- Technology & Software7
- Consulting & Professional Services2
What Illinois Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in database developer jobs across Illinois.
- Proficiency in SQL including complex queries, stored procedures, and performance tuning
- Experience with at least one relational database platform such as Oracle, SQL Server, MySQL, or PostgreSQL
- Familiarity with cloud database services on AWS, Azure, or Google Cloud Platform
- Understanding of data modeling, normalization, and schema design principles
- Experience with ETL processes and data warehousing concepts or platforms
- Bachelor's degree in computer science, information systems, or a related technical field
Database Developer Jobs in Illinois: Frequently Asked Questions
How many database developer jobs are there in Illinois?
There are 10+ database developer openings in Illinois on Migrate Mate as of June 2026, with the most roles in Chicago, East Peoria, and Lisle. New positions post regularly as employers across Illinois hire.
How much do database developers make in Illinois?
Database developers 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 database developer jobs?
Chicago, East Peoria, and Lisle have the most database developer openings in Illinois right now, with additional roles spread across smaller metros statewide.
Which companies hire database developers in Illinois?
Employers hiring database developers in Illinois include Capgemini, Collabera, and EGB Systems & Solutions, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of June 2026.
Are there remote database developer jobs in Illinois?
Yes. About 30% of database developer 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 database developer jobs in Illinois?
You can apply to database developer 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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