Software Developer Jobs in Illinois

Software Developer jobs in Illinois are open across Chicago, Lisle, and Springfield and other Illinois metros, with employers like Capgemini, Capital One, and DRW hiring at every experience level. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.

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Overview

Open roles322+
Top employerCapgemini
Top cityChicago, IL
Cities hiring32
Work type65% On-site
Top industryTechnology

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Capital One
Senior Lead Software Engineer
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Capital One
New 7h ago
Senior Lead Software Engineer
Capital One
Chicago, Illinois
Software Engineering
Cloud & DevOps
Full-stack Engineering
Cloud Engineering
Backend Engineering
$239k/yr
On-Site
Bachelor's
10,000+

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Capital One
Sr. Lead Software Engineer
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Capital One
New 7h ago
Sr. Lead Software Engineer
Capital One
Chicago, Illinois
Software Engineering
Cloud & DevOps
Backend Engineering
$239k/yr
On-Site
Bachelor's
10,000+

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AbbVie
Senior Software Engineer
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AbbVie
New 7h ago
Senior Software Engineer
AbbVie
North Chicago, Illinois
Software Engineering
Data Science & Analytics
Quality Assurance & Testing (QA Testing)
Frontend Engineering
Backend Engineering
$97k - $184k/yr
On-Site
Bachelor's
10,000+

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Capital One
Senior Lead Software Engineer
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Capital One
New 7h ago
Senior Lead Software Engineer
Capital One
Chicago, Illinois
Software Engineering
Cloud & DevOps
Technical Product & Program Management
Full-stack Engineering
Cloud Engineering
Technical Program Management
Backend Engineering
$239k/yr
On-Site
Bachelor's
10,000+

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iManage
Frontend Software Engineer
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iManage
Added 3d ago
Frontend Software Engineer
iManage
Chicago, Illinois
Software Engineering
Frontend Engineering
Backend Engineering
$80k - $110k/yr
Hybrid
Bachelor's
501-1,000

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Software Developer Jobs by City in Illinois

Where Illinois roles are concentrated, by current openings.

Chicago
214 jobs
Lisle
13 jobs
Springfield
10 jobs
Mossville
8 jobs
Oak Brook
8 jobs
Naperville
7 jobs
Abbott Park
6 jobs
North Chicago
5 jobs
Schaumburg
5 jobs

Software Developer Job Market in Illinois

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

Who's Hiring

  • Capgemini
    Capgemini14
  • Capital One
    Capital One13
  • DRW
    DRW12
  • Broadcom
    Broadcom10
  • NinjaTrader
    NinjaTrader10

Top Industries Hiring

  • Technology & Software110
  • Consulting & Professional Services37
  • Investment & Asset Management35
  • Banking & Financial Services24
  • Manufacturing16

What Illinois Employers Look For

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

  • Proficiency in one or more programming languages such as Python, Java, JavaScript, or Go
  • Experience with version control systems, particularly Git and collaborative workflows
  • Familiarity with cloud platforms such as AWS, Azure, or Google Cloud
  • Understanding of RESTful API design and microservices architecture
  • Bachelor's degree in computer science, software engineering, or a related field, or equivalent experience
  • Experience writing unit tests and working within CI/CD pipelines

Software Developer Jobs in Illinois: Frequently Asked Questions

How many software developer jobs are there in Illinois?

There are 322+ software developer openings in Illinois on Migrate Mate as of June 2026, with the most roles in Chicago, Lisle, and Springfield. New positions post regularly as employers across Illinois hire.

How much do software developers make in Illinois?

Software 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 software developer jobs?

Chicago, Lisle, and Springfield have the most software developer openings in Illinois right now, with additional roles spread across smaller metros statewide.

Which companies hire software developers in Illinois?

Employers hiring software developers in Illinois include Capgemini, Capital One, and DRW, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of June 2026.

Are there remote software developer jobs in Illinois?

Yes. About 35% of software 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 software developer jobs in Illinois?

You can apply to software 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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