Senior Backend Developer Jobs in Illinois

Senior Backend Developer jobs in Illinois are open across Chicago, Rolling Meadows, and Springfield and other Illinois metros, with employers like Capgemini, Lessen, and United Airlines hiring at every experience level. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.

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Overview

Open roles22+
Top employerCapgemini
Top cityChicago, IL
Cities hiring6
Work type59% On-site
Top industryTechnology

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LTIMindtree
Senior BPM Developer
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LTIMindtree
Added 1w ago
Senior BPM Developer
LTIMindtree
Bloomington, Illinois
Software Engineering
Data Engineering
Technical Product & Program Management
Backend Engineering
Technical Program Management
$95k - $130k/yr
Remote (US)
None
10,000+

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Gallagher
Senior Software Developer
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Gallagher
Added 1w ago
Senior Software Developer
Gallagher
Rolling Meadows, Illinois
Software Engineering
Backend Engineering
$90k - $175k/yr
On-Site
Master's
10,000+

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Gallagher
Senior Application Developer
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Gallagher
Added 1w ago
Senior Application Developer
Gallagher
Rolling Meadows, Illinois
Software Engineering
Cloud & DevOps
Data Engineering
Backend Engineering
Database Administration (DBA)
$90k - $175k/yr
On-Site
Master's
10,000+

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Capgemini
Java Full Stack Senior Developer/Architect
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Capgemini
Added 1w ago
Java Full Stack Senior Developer/Architect
Capgemini
Chicago, Illinois
Software Engineering
Cloud & DevOps
Full-stack Engineering
Backend Engineering
$82k - $193k/yr
Hybrid
None
10,000+

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DRW
Senior ServiceNow Developer
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DRW
Added 2w ago
Senior ServiceNow Developer
DRW
Chicago, Illinois
Software Engineering
Technical Product & Program Management
Backend Engineering
$150k - $200k/yr
On-Site
Bachelor's

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Senior Backend Developer Jobs by City in Illinois

Where Illinois roles are concentrated, by current openings.

Chicago
15 jobs
Rolling Meadows
2 jobs
Springfield
2 jobs
Bloomington
1 jobs
Bolingbrook
1 jobs
Saint Charles
1 jobs

Senior Backend Developer Job Market in Illinois

A snapshot from current Illinois openings, updated as new roles post.

Who's Hiring

  • Capgemini
    Capgemini3
  • Lessen
    Lessen3
  • United Airlines
    United Airlines3
  • Gallagher
    Gallagher2
  • Krasan Consulting Services
    Krasan Consulting Services2

Top Industries Hiring

  • Technology & Software6
  • Consulting & Professional Services5
  • E-Commerce & Online Marketplaces2
  • Hospitality & Tourism2
  • Transportation & Logistics2

What Illinois Employers Look For

The qualifications that appear most often in senior backend developer jobs across Illinois.

  • 5 or more years of professional backend engineering experience
  • Proficiency in at least one of Go, Java, Python, or Node.js
  • Experience designing and building distributed systems or microservices
  • Hands-on work with cloud platforms such as AWS, GCP, or Azure
  • Strong understanding of relational and NoSQL database design and optimization
  • Demonstrated ability to lead technical design discussions and code reviews

Senior Backend Developer Jobs in Illinois: Frequently Asked Questions

How many senior backend developer jobs are there in Illinois?

There are 22+ senior backend developer openings in Illinois on Migrate Mate as of June 2026, with the most roles in Chicago, Rolling Meadows, and Springfield. New positions post regularly as employers across Illinois hire.

How much do senior backend developers make in Illinois?

Senior backend developers 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 Illinois cities have the most senior backend developer jobs?

Chicago, Rolling Meadows, and Springfield have the most senior backend developer openings in Illinois right now, with additional roles spread across smaller metros statewide.

Which companies hire senior backend developers in Illinois?

Employers hiring senior backend developers in Illinois include Capgemini, Lessen, and United Airlines, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of June 2026.

Are there remote senior backend developer jobs in Illinois?

Yes. About 41% of senior backend 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 senior backend developer jobs in Illinois?

You can apply to senior backend 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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