2 open roles in Chicago, IL · Updated daily
Junior Developer, QA Engineer, Frontend, Full-Stack, and Technical Support Engineer roles, plus remote roles you can do from Chicago.
Stripe · Chicago, IL · On-site
SeniorReddit · Chicago, IL · On-site
SeniorMost entry-level software jobs in Chicago hire portfolio-first: 2–3 shipped projects with real users outweigh a CS degree. QA engineering and technical support engineering are the most accessible entry points, typically reachable in 16–24 weeks.
Entry-level software roles in Chicago typically pay $65,000–$95,000/year. With 2–3 years of experience, salaries reach $95,000–$130,000.
Yes. Remote software positions are regularly available open to candidates in Chicago.
QA Engineer I is one of the most reliable side doors into software engineering in Chicago, it requires no degree, pays $65,000–$85,000, and commonly converts to a developer role within 1–2 years.
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