Find high-paying professional opportunities throughout Illinois with Ladders. From Chicago’s diverse business community to growing markets across the state, explore vetted roles with salaries of $100,000 or more. Browse openings by location, industry, and job title to find opportunities that match your experience and career goals.
Illinois offers career options in major metropolitan areas and communities throughout the state. Chicago is a prominent hub for finance, technology, healthcare, consulting, manufacturing, and professional services. You can also explore roles in other Illinois cities and regions, depending on your industry and preferred location.
Use Ladders to search for senior, specialized, and leadership positions across a range of fields. Review each listing for details about responsibilities, qualifications, location, and compensation, then focus on jobs that align with your expertise and next career move.
Refine your search using filters such as location, job title, and industry. Check listings regularly, tailor your resume to the roles you want, and highlight measurable results that demonstrate your impact. Ladders helps professionals explore vetted jobs paying $100,000 or more in Illinois.
$83K - $85K *
Innovate manufacturing processes by utilizing engineering and Lean methodologies to enhance safety, quality, and efficiency. Lead cross-functional teams, optimize flow, and implement improvements to d...
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Senior Software Engineer, Data
$145K - $160K *
Shape impactful learning experiences by launching scalable backend systems and intuitive front-end interfaces. Collaborate with a passionate team to build solutions that support children’s literacy jo...
3 weeks ago
Manager, Software Engineering - AI Tools
$120K - $150K *
Join a team that's shaping the future of AI engineering by leading a dynamic group of engineers and Technical Leads. Drive workforce strategy, enhance team capabilities, and ensure sustainable deliver...
4 days ago
Staff Software Engineer - Customer Facing Applied AI
$158K - $248K *
Lead the charge in shaping cutting-edge AI solutions for clients by setting the technical direction, building innovative systems, and guiding product integration, all while mentoring engineers and inf...
2 weeks ago
$109K - $183K *
Unlock the potential of software engineering by leading projects that enhance security and reliability within complex applications. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver high-quality, cus...
4 weeks ago
Sr. Software Engineer - Front-End
$125K - $200K *
Join a team that's dedicated to enhancing user engagement through innovative front-end solutions. You'll leverage modern web technologies to build secure, high-performance financial applications that...
1 week ago
Software Engineer (L2) Messaging Channels Team
$116K - $185K *
Unlock potential by developing high-performance APIs and rich messaging features. Collaborate with diverse teams to enhance user experiences across multiple channels, ensuring reliability and scalabil...
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$165K - $185K *
Shape the future of advertising technology by leading the design and strategy for scalable, reliable systems that enhance live sports experiences. Collaborate across teams to drive innovation and ment...
2 weeks ago
$155K - $173K *
Join a team that's driving engineering excellence by designing scalable systems, influencing cross-team initiatives, and delivering high-impact solutions while mentoring engineers and upholding high s...
2 weeks ago
Staff Instrumentation Engineer
$110K - $150K *
Join a team that's shaping instrumentation solutions to meet diverse client needs. Lead critical projects, develop designs, and collaborate across disciplines to deliver exceptional results in process...
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Staff Systems Engineer - Engineering Program Manager
$169K - $253K *
Join a team that drives end-to-end engineering execution across the program lifecycle, ensuring technical performance while collaborating with diverse stakeholders to achieve ambitious goals in defens...
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Sr. Software Engineer (C# .NET)
$112K - $155K *
Accelerate progress at a leading tech firm by developing scalable, cloud-native APIs. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance core offerings and lead discussions on software architecture, e...
1 week ago
$90K - $110K *
Optimize operational excellence by supporting critical systems, enhancing reliability, and fostering cross-team collaboration. This role empowers growth in technical expertise while tackling complex e...
Reposted 2 weeks ago
$90K - $110K *
Transform the future of technology by enhancing system reliability and efficiency. Collaborate across teams to diagnose issues, optimize operations, and ensure seamless customer experiences in critica...
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$153K - $230K *
Empower a diverse engineering team by overseeing mission modeling projects and enhancing system engineering capabilities. Drive collaboration across programs while developing innovative solutions to a...
3 weeks ago
Senior Manager, Software Engineering
$180K - $240K *
Empower teams to innovate in residential construction software by leading high-performing engineering groups, fostering Agile practices, and enhancing project management for builders and homeowners al...
1 week ago
Senior Software Engineer II - LLM Observability
$183K - $206K *
Transform AI observability by developing end-to-end capabilities, architecting data models, and collaborating with cross-functional teams to enhance user workflows and insights into agent performance...
4 days ago
Software Engineer, Trust & Safety
$120K - $145K *
Help us shape the future of online safety by building robust systems to detect abuse and fraud. This hands-on role spans multiple technical areas, ensuring the integrity and trust of our platform as i...
4 weeks ago
Full-Stack Software Engineer - Secret
$103K - $181K *
Empower innovation as a full-stack Software Engineer, developing and integrating diverse systems while supporting mission-focused challenges with collaborative Agile teams for secure, scalable solutio...
2 weeks ago
$125K - $150K *
Manage a talented engineering team, driving software development and community collaboration while maintaining high-quality standards and executing on ambitious goals effectively. Engage directly with...
Reposted 3 weeks ago
Software Engineering Manager (R37)
$101K - $206K *
Join a team that's redefining AI product development by leading high-performing engineering teams. Drive innovation and collaboration across functions to deliver scalable AI solutions, while fostering...
1 week ago
$80K - $100K *
Develop and enhance automated provisioning systems to efficiently onboard high volumes of servers. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure smooth integration and process optimization, direct...
Reposted 3 days ago
$112K - $135K *
Drive business analysis and requirements gathering for wealth management solutions, translating complex financial processes into actionable user stories. Collaborate across teams to ensure effective S...
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Solutions Engineer - Cloud & DevOps
$90K - $145K *
Unlock your potential by designing CI/CD pipelines and automating processes. Collaborate with teams to enhance development efficiency while ensuring system compliance and security across AWS and Azure...
4 days ago
$148K - $215K *
Reimagine the future of financial engagement by leading innovative software development. Engage in full-stack responsibilities, collaborating across teams to enhance product experiences for educationa...
Reposted 2 weeks ago
Where can I find $100K+ jobs in Illinois?
Browse Illinois listings on Ladders to explore vetted professional jobs with salaries of $100,000 or more. Search statewide or focus on a city, industry, or role that fits your goals.
What kinds of high-paying jobs are available in Illinois?
Openings vary, but may include professional, specialized, senior, and leadership roles in fields such as finance, technology, healthcare, consulting, manufacturing, and business services. Availability depends on current listings.
Are Illinois job listings limited to Chicago?
No. You can explore opportunities in Chicago as well as other cities and regions across Illinois. Use location filters to narrow your search.
How can I find the right Illinois job on Ladders?
Filter listings by location, job title, and industry, then review the qualifications, responsibilities, and compensation details for each role. Tailor your application to highlight relevant experience and results.