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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ABOUT PINTEREST:
Millions of people around the world come to our platform to find creative ideas, dream about new possibilities and plan for memories that will last a lifetime. At Pinterest, we’re on a mission to bring everyone the inspiration to create a life they love, and that starts with the people behind the product.
Discover a career where you ignite innovation for millions, transform passion into growth opportunities, celebrate each other’s unique experiences and embrace the flexibility to do your best work. Creating a career you love? It’s Possible.
At Pinterest, AI isn't just a feature, it's a powerful partner that augments our creativity and amplifies our impact, and we’re looking for candidates who are excited to be a part of that. To get a complete picture of your experience and abilities, we’ll explore your foundational skills and how you collaborate with AI.
Through our interview process, what matters most is that you can always explain your approach, showing us not just what you know, but how you think. You can read more about our AI interview philosophy and how we use AI in our recruiting process here.
ABOUT THE ROLE:
Pinterest’s Security team is seeking an experienced Security Software Engineer to help keep our 619 million monthly active users safe from real-world threats. You will build tooling, product enhancements, and work with teams to improve our overall security posture and enhance our secure development lifecycle. We are looking for a candidate with a passion for security and innovation, who will research and develop new solutions to secure our products.
WHAT YOU'LL DO:
- Design and build out our rules, processes, and platform for our secure development lifecycle.
- Deliver and review code that is well-documented, tested, and operable.
- Work cross function to architect scalable and secure solutions to a variety of Pinterest’s problems.
- Conduct regular security assessments including design reviews.
- Help rework our existing controls to address increased productivity due to AI and new AI threats.
WHAT WE’RE LOOKING FOR:
- Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field, or equivalent experience.
- 5+ years of experience in product security, application security, or security related software engineering role.
- Enthusiasm for the constant fight to ensure security and privacy.
- Proficiency in a dynamic programming language such as Python.
IN-OFFICE REQUIREMENT STATEMENT:
- We recognize that the ideal environment for work is situational and may differ across departments. What this looks like day-to-day can vary based on the needs of each organization or role.
- This role will need to be in the office for in-person collaboration 1-2 times every 6-months and therefore can be situated anywhere in the country.
RELOCATION STATEMENT:
- This position is not eligible for relocation assistance. Visit our PinFlex page to learn more about our working model.
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COMPENSATION:
- Salary Range: $155,584 — $320,320 USD
At Pinterest we believe the workplace should be equitable, inclusive, and inspiring for every employee. In an effort to provide greater transparency, we are sharing the base salary range for this position. The position is also eligible for equity. Final salary is based on a number of factors including location, travel, relevant prior experience, or particular skills and expertise.
Information regarding the culture at Pinterest and benefits available for this position can be found here.
OUR COMMITMENT TO INCLUSION:
Pinterest is an equal opportunity employer and makes employment decisions on the basis of merit. We want to have the best qualified people in every job. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, ancestry, national origin, religion or religious creed, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, age, marital status, status as a protected veteran, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information or characteristics (or those of a family member) or any other consideration made unlawful by applicable federal, state or local laws. We also consider qualified applicants regardless of criminal histories, consistent with legal requirements. If you require a medical or religious accommodation during the job application process, please complete this form for support.
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Where Illinois roles are concentrated, by current openings.
Software Applications Engineer Job Market in Illinois
A snapshot from current Illinois openings, updated as new roles post.
Who's Hiring
- Gallagher4

- 3MD2

- CCC Intelligent Solutions2

- Collabera2

- 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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