Frontend Engineer Jobs in Illinois
Frontend Engineer jobs in Illinois are in strong demand, with active hiring concentrated in technology, financial services, healthcare IT, and e-commerce sectors and openings at every level from entry-level to principal engineer. Chicago anchors the market and draws the largest share of postings, with Naperville and Schaumburg adding meaningful suburban hiring from major corporate campuses. Well-established employers like Allstate, Morningstar, and Discover Financial maintain substantial engineering teams in Illinois and consistently post frontend openings. React, TypeScript, and accessibility-focused development are among the most in-demand specialties in Illinois listings today. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.
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At Burlington, we embrace the many facets of diversity that strengthen our communities where we live and work every day. If you want to grow your retail career with a caring and inclusive organization, come join us as a Burlington Stores Full-Time Customer Service Supervisor or Full-Time Selling Floor Supervisor!
As a Retail Front End Supervisor, you’ll be an integral part of the store leadership team, working closely with Store Management in the areas of Merchandising, Customer Service, Operations, and Human Resources. This leadership position is the stepping-stone to a management role within our expanding organization. Are you a self-starter with the ability to supervise store operations efficiently and effectively? If you are a proven leader who understands the value of building strong teams and partnerships to drive results, this is the right opportunity for you!
At Burlington, we live by our Core Values:
- Drive Results
- Trust & Respect Each Other
- Build Teams & Partnerships
Burlington Benefits:
- Growth Opportunities
- Competitive Pay
- Flexible Hours
- 15-30% Associate Discount
- Medical, Dental, and Vision Coverage
- Employee Assistance Program
- Life and Disability Insurance
- Paid Time Off
- Paid Holidays
- 401 (k)
Key Responsibilities:
- Supervise all store functions and associates while in the role of Manager on Duty
- Maximize sales results through training, developing, and coaching of direct reports
- Promote safety for both our customers and associates by adhering to company guidelines
- Cultivate a diverse culture based on teamwork and collaboration
- Solve issues/concerns, making informed decisions and supervising the front-end operations to ensure all Burlington customers are provided with exceptional, friendly, and professional customer service at all times
- Reinforce our company Asset Protection strategies to eliminate shortage
- Assist in recruiting, interviewing, and onboarding new associates
- Participate in weekly workload planning meetings
- Drives Community Relations participation through company programs and partnerships
- Coordinate meal and break periods and monitors schedule adherence
Requirements:
- At least 1 year of supervisory experience within an off-price, big box, or a specialty environment
- Strong interpersonal skills with a positive and engaging attitude
- Ability to work a full-time schedule including nights, weekends and holidays as required
- Ability to move/handle/lift store merchandise weighing 40 lbs. or more, as well as the ability to stand and walk for extended periods of time
At Burlington we’re opening more stores nationwide to provide you with even more locations to enjoy our amazing prices on the brands and styles you love. As we grow, you can too through a variety of training and development opportunities!
Come join our team. You’re going to like it here!
You will enjoy a competitive wage, flexible hours, and an associate discount. Burlington's benefits package includes medical, dental, and vision coverage including life and disability insurance. Full time associates may also be eligible for up to 12 days of paid time off annually, up to 8 paid holidays, paid sick time in accordance with applicable law, and a 401(k) plan. We are a rapidly growing brand and provide a variety of training and development opportunities so our associates can grow with us.
Our store teams work hard and have fun together! Burlington associates make a difference in the lives of customers, colleagues, and the communities where we live and work every day. Burlington Stores, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer committed to workplace diversity.
Base Pay: $19.05 per hour - $21.05 per hour
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Where Illinois roles are concentrated, by current openings.
Frontend Engineer Job Market in Illinois
A snapshot from current Illinois openings, updated as new roles post.
Who's Hiring
- Jewel Osco68

- Walmart15

- Burlington Stores14

- Whole Foods Market11

- Menards2

Top Industries Hiring
- Insurance
- Technology & Software
- Banking & Financial Services
What Illinois Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in frontend engineer jobs across Illinois.
- Proficiency in React, with TypeScript and modern JavaScript ecosystem tools expected
- Bachelor's degree in computer science, software engineering, or a related technical field
- Experience building responsive, accessible web applications following WCAG guidelines
- Familiarity with RESTful APIs, GraphQL, and integrating frontend code with backend services
- Proficiency with version control systems, particularly Git, and collaborative development workflows
- Strong communication skills for cross-functional work with design, product, and backend engineering teams
Frontend Engineer Jobs in Illinois: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a frontend engineer in Illinois?
Frontend engineering has no state-issued license in Illinois, so the path runs through education and demonstrated skill. Most Illinois employers expect a bachelor's degree in computer science, software engineering, or a related field, though coding bootcamp graduates and self-taught developers are regularly hired when they can show strong portfolio work. Building projects in React and TypeScript, contributing to open-source work, and earning vendor-neutral certifications can all strengthen a candidacy in the Illinois market.
How much do frontend engineers make in Illinois?
Frontend engineers in Illinois earn a median of about $132,110 a year, based on May 2025 Bureau of Labor Statistics wage data, ranging from around $80,980 for the lowest 10% to over $194,740 for the top 10%. Pay rises with experience, specialty, and employer.
Which companies hire frontend engineers in Illinois?
Employers hiring frontend engineers in Illinois right now include Jewel Osco, Walmart, and Burlington Stores, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of September 2026. Illinois's concentration of financial services firms, large insurance companies, and enterprise technology headquarters means frontend engineers here frequently work on complex, data-heavy applications rather than purely consumer-facing products.
Which Illinois cities have the most frontend engineer jobs?
Chicago, Wheaton, and Naperville have the most frontend engineer openings in Illinois. Chicago dominates because it is home to the headquarters and major offices of financial services firms, healthcare technology companies, and digital agencies that maintain large engineering teams, while Naperville and Schaumburg attract postings from corporate campuses and regional technology centers along the I-88 corridor.
Are there remote frontend engineer jobs in Illinois?
Yes, and more than most fields. About 88% of frontend engineer openings tied to Illinois are remote or hybrid as of September 2026, reflecting how well the role translates to distributed work. The most remote-friendly subsets of the work are UI development, component library maintenance, and frontend architecture roles where collaboration happens asynchronously through code review and design systems rather than in-person sessions.
How can I get hired as a frontend engineer in Illinois with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path is a junior or associate frontend engineer role, which large Illinois employers in financial technology and healthcare IT hire for specifically as on-ramps. Companies like Allstate and large Chicago-area consulting firms run new-grad and rotational engineering programs that place early-career developers into frontend teams. Building a portfolio of React-based projects, completing a recognized coding bootcamp, and targeting contract-to-hire roles at Illinois digital agencies are concrete ways to get a first credit in the field without prior employer experience.
Where can I find and apply to frontend engineer jobs in Illinois?
You can find and apply to frontend engineer jobs in Illinois on Migrate Mate, which lists current Illinois openings from employers actively hiring in the state. Search the listings for roles that match your experience level and specialty, then apply directly to the ones that fit.
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