Senior Software Developer Jobs in Chicago, IL
Senior Software Developer jobs in Chicago are concentrated in the Loop, River North, and the Fulton Market tech corridor, with strong demand across fintech, healthcare IT, and enterprise software. Employers hiring right now include NinjaTrader, DRW, and JPMorganChase. See the openings below and apply to the ones that match your experience.
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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.
The Role
The Senior Software Engineer on the CCC Workflow team will be responsible for executing the design and development of existing and new CCC Products. He or she should understand the application and database design, will work both independently and closely with product owner and other developers through the design, development and testing activities. The right candidate will assist with tracking performance metrics and integrate knowledge of business and functional priorities. This role is a key contributing role in a complex and crucial environment and may have dedicated responsibilities for one or more product features.
Key Responsibilities:
- Ability to understand the architecture and create technical design of application components.
- Hands on technical development of complex application features, both frontend and backend.
- Ensure code quality and ensure testing guidelines are met.
- Strong understanding of Java best practices, system scalability, and performance tuning.
- Ability to look beyond the status quo and identify areas of constant change / improvements.
- Ensure on-time delivery of software components to production, within their responsibilities.
- Collaborate with product stakeholders to identify functional and non-functional requirements.
- Showcase strong technical expertise and understand and follow best practices, procedures, and techniques.
- Participate in open, frank discussions, especially in technical matters.
- Work with Quality Assurance and Product Owner teams to ensure that software products meet functional and non-functional requirements.
- Present and defend architectural, design, and technical choices to internal audiences.
- Resolve production defects and issues.
- Develop detailed technical analysis and design specifications based on functional requirements.
- Create and execute integration level test plans.
- Participate in and lead functional and technical specification reviews.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in computer science, Software Engineering, Computer Information Systems, Mathematics or related work experience.
- 5+ years of experience in Java/J2EE software development with hands-on experience with Agile/Scrum methodology.
- Experience in unit testing, unit testing frameworks, and unit testing methodologies.
- Experience in a pattern-based approach to software design. Good knowledge of software design patterns.
- Able to interact comfortably with other developers, within and across teams.
- Completely hands-on with coding and can demonstrate high level of problem solving.
- Proactive and detail oriented, yet comfortable working in a dynamic environment with fast paced deliveries and changing requirements.
- Highly motivated and able to work independently and apply own initiative.
- Quality-oriented with focus on product delivery.
- Experience working with the following technologies:
- Java 11 and higher
- Spring Framework, Spring Boot, Spring Data
- JSP, Servlets, Javascript (preferably ES6), J2EE, Struts, JSF
- Javascript framework Vue JS, React JS, Angular JS
- Rest/SOAP API definition & implementation
- Experience working on backend systems
- Hands-on experience in technologies like Docker, Rancher, Kubernetes, Tomcat
- Maven, UNIX/LINUX Commands, J-unit
- Git, GitHub
- Agile methodology
- PostgreSQL, MySQL
- Kafka, ActiveMQ
- Business Intelligence and Reporting Tools
- Any application servers (JBOSS)
- AWS cloud technologies
- Monitoring tools (AWS cloud watch, Grafana etc.)
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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Who's Hiring
- NinjaTrader12
- DRW11

- JPMorganChase11

- Capital One10

- Deloitte7

Top Industries Hiring
- Technology & Software53
- Investment & Asset Management50
- Banking & Financial Services37
- Consulting & Professional Services32
- Fintech17
Senior Software Developer Jobs in Chicago: Frequently Asked Questions
How do I get a senior software developer job in Chicago?
Focus your search on Chicago's fintech corridor, health tech companies anchored near the Illinois Medical District, and enterprise software firms in the Loop and River North. Cloud architecture, distributed systems, and full-stack experience in Java, Python, or Go stand out with local employers. Networking through Chicago tech meetups and communities like ChiPy or Chicago Tech Slack gives candidates a real edge over remote applicants competing for the same roles.
Which companies hire senior software developers in Chicago?
Chicago senior software developer roles are posted by NinjaTrader, DRW, and JPMorganChase and others right now, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of June 2026. Chicago's mix of legacy financial institutions, fast-growing fintech startups, and large healthcare systems creates consistent demand across employer sizes and industries.
Are there remote senior software developer jobs in Chicago?
Yes, senior software developer work is well-suited to remote and hybrid arrangements since most core responsibilities involve writing, reviewing, and deploying code rather than on-site presence. About 43% of senior software developer openings tied to Chicago are remote or hybrid as of June 2026, reflecting how broadly distributed engineering teams have become. Roles at Chicago-based product companies and fintech firms tend to offer the most flexible arrangements.
How can I get a senior software developer job in Chicago with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path is landing a mid-level or associate developer role at one of Chicago's many mid-size software companies or startup studios in Fulton Market, then building toward senior scope from inside the org. Chicago employers like healthcare IT vendors and regional banks also run structured engineering rotations that accelerate promotion timelines. Contributing to open source projects and building a visible GitHub portfolio helps candidates stand out when applying to Chicago firms that conduct portfolio-based technical screens.
Which industries hire the most senior software developers in Chicago?
The sectors hiring the most senior software developers in Chicago are Technology & Software, Investment & Asset Management, and Banking & Financial Services, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of June 2026. Chicago's deep roots in financial trading, insurance, and hospital networks create sustained engineering demand that outlasts typical tech-cycle fluctuations.
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