Software Applications Engineer Jobs in Illinois

Software Applications Engineer jobs in Illinois are open across Chicago, Bolingbrook, and Rolling Meadows and other Illinois metros, with employers like Gallagher, 3MD, and CCC Intelligent Solutions hiring at every experience level. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.

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Overview

Open roles52+
Top employerGallagher
Top cityChicago, IL
Cities hiring21
Work type75% On-site
Top industryTechnology

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Pinterest, Inc.
Sr. Security Software Engineer, Application Security
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Pinterest, Inc.
Added 2mo ago
Sr. Security Software Engineer, Application Security
Pinterest, Inc.
Chicago, Illinois
Software Engineering
Cybersecurity
Technical Product & Program Management
Security Engineering
Backend Engineering
$156k - $320k/yr
Remote (US)
Associate's

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First American
Senior Software Engineer:AI/ML Applications (Full Stack)
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First American
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Senior Software Engineer:AI/ML Applications (Full Stack)
First American
Illinois, Illinois
Software Engineering
Cloud & DevOps
AI (Artificial Intelligence)
ML (Machine Learning)
DevOps
Cloud Engineering
Remote (US)
Associate's

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Klein Tools
Testing and Applications Engineer II
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Klein Tools
New 5h ago
Testing and Applications Engineer II
Klein Tools
Lincolnshire, Illinois
Specialized Engineering
Quality Control
Project & Program Management
Engineering (Non-Software)
Project Management
$77k - $85k/yr
On-Site
Bachelor's
1,001-5,000

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Stellantis
Powertrain Application Engineer
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Stellantis
Added 4d ago
Powertrain Application Engineer
Stellantis
Burr Ridge, Illinois
Specialized Engineering
Mechanical Engineering
Industrial & Manufacturing Engineering
Engineering (Non-Software)
Manufacturing Engineering
$80k - $122k/yr
On-Site
Bachelor's
10,000+

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3MD Inc.
Automation Applications Engineer
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3MD Inc.
Added 6d ago
Automation Applications Engineer
3MD Inc.
Elk Grove Village, Illinois
Specialized Engineering
Quality Assurance & Testing (QA Testing)
Data Science & Analytics
Technical Product & Program Management
Engineering (Non-Software)
Automation QA
Data Science
$130k - $140k/yr
On-Site
Bachelor's
201-500

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Software Applications Engineer Jobs by City in Illinois

Where Illinois roles are concentrated, by current openings.

Chicago
16 jobs
Bolingbrook
4 jobs
Rolling Meadows
4 jobs
Lisle
3 jobs
Buffalo Grove
2 jobs
Burr Ridge
2 jobs
Elk Grove Village
2 jobs
Markham
2 jobs
Morton
2 jobs

Software Applications Engineer Job Market in Illinois

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

Who's Hiring

  • Gallagher
    Gallagher4
  • 3MD
    3MD2
  • CCC Intelligent Solutions
    CCC Intelligent Solutions2
  • Collabera
    Collabera2
  • Ge Grid Solutions
    Ge Grid Solutions2

Top Industries Hiring

  • Technology & Software13
  • Manufacturing10
  • Automotive6
  • Consulting & Professional Services4
  • Energy3

What Illinois Employers Look For

The qualifications that appear most often in software applications engineer jobs across Illinois.

  • Bachelor's degree in computer science, software engineering, or a related technical field
  • Proficiency in at least one compiled language such as C++, Java, or C#
  • Experience designing or consuming REST or SOAP APIs in production environments
  • Familiarity with cloud platforms including AWS, Azure, or Google Cloud
  • Ability to read and debug code across multiple layers of a software stack
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills for cross-functional technical collaboration

Software Applications Engineer Jobs in Illinois: Frequently Asked Questions

How many software applications engineer jobs are there in Illinois?

There are 52+ software applications engineer openings in Illinois on Migrate Mate as of June 2026, with the most roles in Chicago, Bolingbrook, and Rolling Meadows. New positions post regularly as employers across Illinois hire.

How much do software applications engineers make in Illinois?

Software applications 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 Illinois cities have the most software applications engineer jobs?

Chicago, Bolingbrook, and Rolling Meadows have the most software applications engineer openings in Illinois right now, with additional roles spread across smaller metros statewide.

Which companies hire software applications engineers in Illinois?

Employers hiring software applications engineers in Illinois include Gallagher, 3MD, and CCC Intelligent Solutions, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of June 2026.

Are there remote software applications engineer jobs in Illinois?

Yes. About 25% of software applications engineer 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 software applications engineer jobs in Illinois?

You can apply to software applications engineer 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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