Software Engineer Jobs in Illinois

Software Engineer jobs in Illinois are among the most active in the Midwest, with strong demand concentrated in enterprise software, financial technology, and cloud infrastructure development at every level from entry-level associate to principal engineer. Chicago drives the bulk of hiring, with significant activity in the suburbs around Naperville and Schaumburg, and anchor employers including Morningstar, Discover Financial Services, and Allstate maintain large engineering teams throughout the state. The most sought-after specializations in Illinois right now are backend systems development, data engineering, and DevOps and platform engineering. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.

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Overview

Open roles85
Top employerJPMorganChase
Top cityChicago, IL
Cities hiring24
Work type59% Hybrid
Top industryTechnology

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State Farm
Lead Software Engineer/Software Engineer - Digital Measurement
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State Farm
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Lead Software Engineer/Software Engineer - Digital Measurement
State Farm
Bloomington, Illinois
Content & Communications
Creative Direction
Marketing
$97k - $160k/yr
Hybrid
10,000+

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JPMorganChase
Lead Software Engineer
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JPMorganChase
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Lead Software Engineer
JPMorganChase
Chicago, Illinois
Customer Support
Solutions Engineering & Architecture
Technical Product & Program Management
$138k - $185k/yr
10,000+

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Grainger
Senior Software Engineer, Backend
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Grainger
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Senior Software Engineer, Backend
Grainger
Chicago, Illinois
Business Operations
Customer Service
Customer Success
$113k - $188k/yr
Hybrid
Bachelor's degree
10,000+

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Cboe Global Markets
Software Engineer
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Cboe Global Markets
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Software Engineer
Cboe Global Markets
Chicago, Illinois
Business Development
Growth Marketing
Marketing
$108k - $139k/yr
Bachelor's degree
1,001-5,000

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Cboe Global Markets
Senior Software Engineer, Quant - hybrid in Chicago, IL, Overland Park, KS or NYC
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Cboe Global Markets
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Senior Software Engineer, Quant - hybrid in Chicago, IL, Overland Park, KS or NYC
Cboe Global Markets
Chicago, Illinois
Business Development
Growth Marketing
Marketing
$119k - $169k/yr
Hybrid
Master's degree
1,001-5,000

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Software Engineer Jobs by City in Illinois

Where Illinois roles are concentrated, by current openings.

Bloomington
5 jobs
Schaumburg
4 jobs
Oak Brook
3 jobs
Rockford
2 jobs
Deerfield
2 jobs
Scott AFB
2 jobs
Springfield
2 jobs
Lemont
1 job

Software Engineer Job Market in Illinois

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

Who's Hiring

  • JPMorganChase
    JPMorganChase12
  • Relativity
    Relativity5
  • CVS Health
    CVS Health3
  • Motorola Solutions
    Motorola Solutions3
  • Information Technology Senior Management Forum
    Information Technology Senior Management Forum3

Top Industries Hiring

  • Technology & Software
  • Education
  • Insurance
  • Marketing & Advertising
  • Healthcare & Medical Services

What Illinois Employers Look For

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

  • Bachelor's degree in computer science, software engineering, or a related technical field
  • Proficiency in one or more languages such as Java, Python, C++, or JavaScript
  • Experience with cloud platforms including AWS, Azure, or Google Cloud
  • Familiarity with Agile development methodologies and version control systems like Git
  • Strong understanding of data structures, algorithms, and software design patterns
  • Experience with CI/CD pipelines, containerization tools such as Docker, or Kubernetes

Software Engineer Jobs in Illinois: Frequently Asked Questions

How do you become a software engineer in Illinois?

Software engineering in Illinois does not require a state-issued license, so the path runs through education and demonstrated technical skill. Most Illinois employers expect a bachelor's degree in computer science, software engineering, or a closely related field, though strong portfolios and bootcamp credentials are accepted at many Chicago-area technology and fintech companies. Gaining experience through internships with Illinois-based employers or contributing to open-source projects strengthens a candidacy considerably.

How much do software engineers make in Illinois?

Software 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 companies hire software engineers in Illinois?

Employers hiring software engineers in Illinois right now include JPMorganChase, Relativity, and CVS Health, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of September 2026. Illinois's large financial services sector, anchored in Chicago, means that banks, insurance companies, and trading firms are among the most consistent sources of software engineering openings in the state.

Which Illinois cities have the most software engineer jobs?

Chicago, Illinois, and Bloomington have the most software engineer openings in Illinois. Chicago dominates because it is home to the state's largest concentration of financial technology firms, enterprise software companies, and corporate technology headquarters, while suburban cities like Naperville and Schaumburg attract openings from large employers and consulting firms that maintain major operations outside the city core.

Are there remote software engineer jobs in Illinois?

Yes, and more than most fields. About 92% of software engineer openings tied to Illinois are remote or hybrid as of September 2026, reflecting how thoroughly desk-based and tool-driven the work is. Backend development, data engineering, and cloud infrastructure roles tend to have the highest share of fully remote arrangements among Illinois software engineering positions.

How can I get hired as a software engineer in Illinois with little or no experience?

The most realistic entry path is a junior or associate software engineer role at a mid-size Illinois technology company or a large employer running a formal new-graduate program. Companies such as Morningstar, Allstate, and United Airlines operate structured early-career technology programs that hire candidates with academic projects and internship experience rather than years of professional history. A strong GitHub portfolio, completion of a recognized bootcamp, or an associate credential in software development gives candidates a meaningful edge when applying through those programs.

Where can I find and apply to software engineer jobs in Illinois?

You can find and apply to software engineer jobs in Illinois on Migrate Mate, which lists current Illinois openings from employers actively hiring in the state. Find the roles that fit your background and experience level and apply directly to the ones that match.

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