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Software Engineer Jobs in Chicago

Everything you need to know about landing a Software Engineer role in Chicago — salary data, top employers, and market outlook.

Salary and opening figures are estimates based on 2026 market data and may not reflect current listings. Always verify on employer sites and job boards.

$148,000

Average Salary

3,800+

Open Positions

Featured Employers

Top Employers

Motorola Solutions

Groupon

Zebra Technologies

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8,500+ openings • Avg $210,000

Software Engineer in Seattle

6,200+ openings • Avg $185,000

Software Engineer in New York

5,800+ openings • Avg $170,000

Software Engineer in Austin

3,400+ openings • Avg $145,000

Software Engineer in Houston

2,400+ openings • Avg $138,000

Software Engineer in Phoenix

2,200+ openings • Avg $135,000

Software Engineer in Philadelphia

1,800+ openings • Avg $140,000

Software Engineer in San Antonio

1,200+ openings • Avg $128,000

Software Engineer in Dallas

4,200+ openings • Avg $145,000

Software Engineer in San Diego

2,800+ openings • Avg $148,000

Software Engineer in London

7,400+ openings • Avg £90,000

Software Engineer in Toronto

4,200+ openings • Avg CAD$130,000

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