//
Loading jobs…
Finding the latest positions for you.
70+ Jobs3 new this weekUpdated Jul 23, 2026
Senior Software Engineer Jobs in Chicago
Chicago is one of the top markets for senior software engineer talent. Companies in the metro area compete for experienced professionals with $150k–$280k+ total compensation packages.
Salary Range
$98k – $310k
Top Companies
Ninjatrader, DoorDash, Capital One, Drweng, Mcmastercarr, Worldpay +17 more
Job Types
91% Full Time, 9% Internship
Top Locations
Chicago, Chicago, Illinois, Chicago or Remote*, Chicago, IL (Elmhurst)
Work Model
85% On-Site, 9% Remote, 7% Hybrid
Experience Levels
66% Senior, 14% Staff, 11% Lead
We found 70 senior software engineer jobs in chicago currently hiring in locations including Chicago, Chicago, Illinois, Chicago or Remote*. 3 new positions were added this week at companies like Worldpay, Fidelity International. Salaries range from $98k to $310k based on experience, location, and company size. Work arrangements include On-Site (85%), Remote (9%), Hybrid (7%). Top employers include Ninjatrader, DoorDash, Capital One and 20 other companies.
Companies Hiring for Senior Software Engineer Jobs in Chicago
Ninjatrader8 jobs
DoorDash5 jobs
Capital One5 jobs
Drweng3 jobs
Mcmastercarr3 jobs
Worldpay2 jobs
+17 more companies hiring. Sign up to see all.
Career Path & Salary Progression
Senior
$140k–$235k
29 jobs
Lead
$209k–$246k
5 jobs
Staff
$175k–$215k
6 jobs
Latest Jobs Added
Also searching for: sde, swe, software developer
51–96 of 70 jobs
2d ago
Senior .NET Software Engineer
Worldpay
Full Timesenior
Full Timesenior
View Job
2d ago
Software Engineer II – Portal (Front End)
Worldpay
Full Time
Full Time
View Job
2d ago
Software Engineer
Fidelity International
Full Time
Full Time
View Job
3w ago
Senior Software Engineer I, Full-stack
Braze·Chicago
Full Timesenior
Full Timesenior
View Job
3w ago
Senior Software Engineer I, Frontend Infrasturcture & Experience
Braze·Chicago
Full Timesenior
Full Timesenior
View Job
3w ago
Senior Staff Software Engineer, Search
DoorDash
Full Timestaff
Full Timestaff
View Job
3w ago
Senior Software Engineer, Spark Platform
DoorDash
Full Timesenior
Full Timesenior
View Job
3w ago
Staff Software Engineer, Data Engineering
DoorDash
Full Timestaff
Full Timestaff
View Job
3w ago
Senior Software Engineer, Core Platform
Reddit·Chicago, IL
Full Timesenior
Full Timesenior
View Job
3w ago
Senior Software Engineer - Customer Experience Platform
Hopper·Chicago - Remote
Full TimeseniorRemote
Full Timesenior
View Job
3w ago
Senior Software Engineer, Machine Learning Infrastructure - Generative AI
DoorDash
Full Timesenior
Full Timesenior
View Job
3w ago
Senior Staff Software Engineer - Launchpad
DoorDash
Full Timestaff
Full Timestaff
View Job
3w ago
Principal Software Engineer, Trading Systems
Ninjatrader·Chicago
Full Timeprincipal
$195k – $220kFull Timeprincipal
View Job
3w ago
Senior Software Engineer, Mid-Frequency Platform - UP Reference Data Team
Drweng·Chicago, London, New York City
Full Timesenior
$175k – $225kFull Timesenior
View Job
3w ago
Senior Software Engineer - Analytics Middle Office
Drweng·Chicago, New York, Austin, Greenwich
Full Timesenior
$200k – $250kFull Timesenior
View Job
3w ago
Senior Software Engineer - Analytics Front Office
Drweng·Chicago, Greenwich, New York, Austin, Houston
Full Timesenior
$200k – $250kFull Timesenior
View Job
3w ago
Senior Software Engineer, Core Experiences - Chicago, IL, USA
Speechify·Chicago, IL, USA
Full Timesenior
Full Timesenior
View Job
3w ago
Senior Software Engineer, Windows/Desktop Applications - Chicago, IL, USA
Speechify·Chicago, IL, USA
Full Timesenior
Full Timesenior
View Job
3w ago
Lead Software Engineer, Back End (Python, Spark)
Capital One
Internshiplead
$215k – $246kInternshiplead
View Job
3w ago
Senior Lead Software Engineer, Full Stack (Go/Java, Angular, AWS)
Capital One·Chicago, IL
Full Timesenior
$209k – $239kFull Timesenior
View Job
3w ago
Senior Lead Software Engineer, Full Stack (AWS, Glue, Spark)
Capital One·Chicago, IL
Internshipsenior
$209k – $239kInternshipsenior
View Job
4w ago
Senior Software Engineer
Project44·Chicago
Full Timesenior
Full Timesenior
View Job
4w ago
Software Engineering Manager
Itron·United States of America, Illinois, Chicago
Full Timemanager
Full Timemanager
View Job
4w ago
Senior Software Engineer II, Exchange Connectivity
Ninjatrader·Chicago, IL
Full Timesenior
$140k – $190kFull Timesenior
View Job
4w ago
Senior Software Engineer
Gcmgrosvenor·Chicago, Illinois, United States
Full Timesenior
Full Timesenior
View Job
5w ago
Senior Lead Software Engineer, Full Stack (Java, Angular, AWS)
Capital One·Chicago, IL
Internshipsenior
$209k – $239kInternshipsenior
View Job
5w ago
Lead Product Software Engineer - Data Systems
Disney Entertainment and ESPN Product & Technology
Full Timelead
$156k – $209kFull Timelead
View Job
5w ago
Staff Software Engineer - Scala
Ninjatrader·Chicago or Remote*
Full TimestaffRemote
Full Timestaff
View Job
5w ago
Software Engineering Manager
Mcmastercarr·Chicago, IL (Elmhurst)
Full Timemanager
$240k – $310kFull Timemanager
View Job
5w ago
Senior Software Engineer
Mcmastercarr·Chicago, IL (Elmhurst)
Full Timesenior
$235k – $310kFull Timesenior
View Job
5w ago
Lead Software Engineer
Mcmastercarr·Chicago, IL (Elmhurst)
Full Timelead
$235k – $310kFull Timelead
View Job
5w ago
Senior Security Engineer - Software Engineer
The Walt Disney Company (Corporate)
Full Timesenior
$135k – $182kFull Timesenior
View Job
5w ago
Senior Software Engineer II, Trading Services
Ninjatrader·Chicago or Remote*
Full TimeseniorRemote
$140k – $190kFull Timesenior
View Job
6w ago
Lead Associate Principal, Software Engineering: DevOps
OCC·Chicago - 125 S Franklin
Full Timelead
$141k – $233kFull Timelead
View Job
6w ago
Flight Software Engineers (Associate / Experienced / Senior)
Boeing
Full Timesenior
$106k – $144kFull Timesenior
View Job
6w ago
Senior Software Engineer, Data Integrations (Java/Python)
BlackRock
Full Timesenior
Full Timesenior
View Job
6w ago
Staff Software Engineer-Backend
Cameo·US- Downtown Chicago HQ
Full Timestaff
$175k – $215kFull Timestaff
View Job
7w ago
Senior Lead Software Engineer, Distributed Systems (Golang + Python on
Capital One
Internshipsenior
$230k – $262kInternshipsenior
View Job
7w ago
Senior Software Engineer
Transmarketgroup·Chicago, Illinois, United States
Full Timesenior
Full Timesenior
View Job
7w ago
Senior Software Engineer - Platform (Hybrid)
Enova·Chicago, IL
Full Timesenior
$98k – $130kFull Timesenior
View Job
8w ago
Senior Software Engineer II, Backend - NT Connect
Ninjatrader·Chicago, IL
Full Timesenior
$140k – $190kFull Timesenior
View Job
8w ago
Senior Software Engineer II, Fullstack - NT Connect
Ninjatrader·Chicago, IL
Full Timesenior
$140k – $190kFull Timesenior
View Job
9w ago
Senior Software Engineer, AI
Ninjatrader·Chicago, IL
Full Timesenior
$125k – $175kFull Timesenior
View Job
9w ago
Principal Software Engineer - Platform (hybrid)
Enova·Chicago, IL
Full Timeprincipal
$147k – $210kFull Timeprincipal
View Job
11w ago
Lead Software Engineer
Reply·Chicago, Illinois
Full Timelead
Full Timelead
View Job
12w ago
Staff Software Engineer, FCM
Ninjatrader·Chicago or Remote*
Full TimestaffRemote
$160k – $210kFull Timestaff
View Job
Applying to these jobs?
Check your resume against ATS filters before you apply.
Free ATS Resume CheckerFrequently asked questions
Senior software engineer total compensation in Chicago typically ranges from $150k to $280k+, with top companies offering even more through equity and bonuses.
Very competitive. Chicago has a strong concentration of tech companies all vying for senior talent. This drives both compensation and the range of opportunities available.
Many Chicago-based companies offer hybrid or remote options for senior roles. Companies trust experienced professionals to work independently regardless of location.
Tools to Boost Your Job Search
AI Resume Tailoring
Tailor your resume to every job description with AI. Beat ATS filters automatically.
Auto Apply to Jobs
Use Chrome autofill to complete applications faster with tailored resumes. You review and submit. Save hours every week.
Job Application Tracker
Track every job application from submission to offer. Never lose track of where you applied.
Job Match Scoring
See how well you fit each job before applying. AI scores every listing against your profile.
People Also Search For
Browse Related Categories
Senior Software Engineer JobsRemote Senior Software Engineer JobsSenior Software Engineer Jobs in San FranciscoSenior Software Engineer Jobs in New YorkSenior Software Engineer Jobs in SeattleSenior Software Engineer Jobs in AustinSenior Software Engineer Jobs in BostonSenior Software Engineer Jobs in Denver
AI-powered job search
Get AI-matched senior software engineer jobs in chicago
Upload your resume and let our AI find the best senior software engineer jobs in chicago for your skills. Free to start, no credit card required.
No credit card to start