Engineering Manager Jobs in Chicago, IL
Engineering Manager jobs in Chicago are in strong demand, concentrated in the Loop, River North, and the Fulton Market District across software, finance, healthcare technology, and industrial manufacturing. Employers hiring right now include Logic, Information Technology Senior Management Forum, and Grainger. See the openings below and apply to the ones that match your experience.
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- Participates in the interview and hiring process. Prepares and administers annual reviews and development plans, makes promotion and salary recommendations. Responsible for personnel planning and the allocation of team members to meet Enterprise Development project needs. Identifies and mentors future leaders / managers for company growth.
- Provides support and assistance to several agile development teams and their scrum masters. Has strong working knowledge of agile development principles. Helps to remove roadblocks that agile teams are unable to solve by themselves.
- Provides input to product owners on the product strategy and vision. Gives feedback to the product owners on the content and prioritization of the product backlog.
- Builds relationships with other IT departments and business units and mitigates conflict to facilitate inter-department communication and agile team progress in order to meet business objectives. Acts as a catalyst for change to improve applications or processes which benefit IT and/or the business unit.
- Demonstrates application knowledge and understands functionality of applications outside their area of expertise to identify potential impacts and make recommendations to minimize the impacts. Responds to questions from other IT departments and business units and coordinates resolution of critical issues to provide support for production applications.
- Bachelor's Degree in Computer related discipline - Preferred
- 7 years of experience in Related field.
- 2 years of experience in supervisory, management, project leadership, or project management.
- Mentorship - Preferred
- Planning - Preferred
- Coaching - Preferred
- Collaboration - Preferred
- People Management - Preferred
- Software Engineering - Preferred
- Product Management - Preferred
- Computer Science - Preferred
- Software Development - Preferred
- Agile Methodology - Preferred
- New Relic (SaaS) - Preferred
- Java (Programming Language) - Preferred
- Amazon Web Services - Preferred
- Engineering Management - Preferred
- Python (Programming Language) - Preferred
- Act with uncompromising integrity.
- Provide outstanding service and build trusted relationships.
- Drive innovation in our products and services and continually improve our processes.
- Work in partnership and support each other.
- Be personally accountable and deliver on commitments.
- Treat each other with respect and dignity.
- We value your well-being: We provide over 21 comprehensive rewards, including medical coverage, virtual wellness classes, tuition reimbursement, 401(k) + employer match, adoption assistance, financial assistance, and much more.
- We value your time: From paid time off to company holidays, culture days, and comprehensive work-life balance programs, we will ensure you have the flexibility you need to be your best.
- We value your development: Our award-winning training and development programs empower our employees with ongoing learning opportunities to give you the building blocks to grow your career.
- We value your perspective: Our company culture reflects the diversity of our employees. We want you to be you and your voice to be heard.
- We value our communities: We offer paid time off for volunteerism and promote many company-wide and local initiatives that benefit organizations you care about.
Note: The benefits described apply to full-time employees. Benefits for part-time, contract, and intern roles may vary.
Not sure if you meet every requirement?: At Paychex, we know that great talent comes in many forms. If you're passionate about the role but don't check every box, we still encourage you to apply. You might be the right fit - either for this position or another opportunity with us.
Paychex is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to fostering a respectful and inclusive workplace where all individuals are treated fairly and evaluated based on their qualifications, experience, and merit. We comply with all applicable federal, state, and local laws prohibiting discrimination in employment.
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Who's Hiring
- Logic15

- Information Technology Senior Management Forum13
- Grainger9

- Morningstar4

- EXP2

Top Industries Hiring
- Biotechnology & Pharmaceuticals
Engineering Manager Jobs in Chicago: Frequently Asked Questions
How do I get a engineering manager job in Chicago?
The strongest path is targeting Chicago's dense tech and fintech corridors, where product-driven companies in the Loop and Fulton Market District hire engineering managers with proven delivery experience. Candidates who can show cross-functional collaboration with product and design teams stand out locally. Building visibility through Chicago tech meetups and sector-specific communities also helps, since many roles here fill through professional networks before hitting public listings.
Which companies hire engineering managers in Chicago?
Chicago engineering manager roles are posted by Logic, Information Technology Senior Management Forum, and Grainger and others right now, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Chicago's employer mix is unusually broad, covering enterprise software firms, major financial institutions, healthcare systems, and a growing base of venture-backed startups, so engineering manager demand is distributed across multiple sectors rather than concentrated in a single industry.
Are there remote engineering manager jobs in Chicago?
Yes, though engineering manager roles skew toward in-person or hybrid arrangements because the work involves leading teams, running standups, and coordinating closely with product and design. About 77% of engineering manager openings tied to Chicago are remote or hybrid as of November 2026, reflecting how the market has settled post-pandemic. Platform and enterprise software companies in Chicago tend to offer the most flexibility for fully remote arrangements.
How can I get a engineering manager job in Chicago with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path is moving into a team lead or technical lead role at a mid-size Chicago technology company, where individual contributors with strong mentorship and project coordination skills are often promoted into engineering management. Chicago's fintech and healthtech employers regularly grow managers internally, so joining as a senior engineer and demonstrating leadership on a high-visibility project is a proven route. Participating in Chicago tech communities can accelerate that visibility.
Which industries hire the most engineering managers in Chicago?
Chicago engineering manager roles concentrate in Biotechnology & Pharmaceuticals, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Chicago's position as a national hub for financial services, healthcare systems, and industrial technology means engineering management demand is tied to both legacy enterprise modernization efforts and newer platform-driven product development happening across the city.
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