Which cities near Chicago, IL have the most job openings?

The 10 cities near Chicago, IL that have the most job openings are: Rockford Naperville Joliet Aurora Milwaukee Elgin South Bend Kenosha Waukegan Cicero

What are the most popular job searches in Chicago, IL?

The 10 most popular job searches in Chicago, IL are: city amazon work from home amazon warehouse warehouse security volunteer online construction government

What are the highest-paying jobs in Chicago, IL?

The highest-paying jobs are: vascular surgeon ( from $ 325,000 to $ 525,000 year ) private banker ( from $ 54,250 to $ 500,000 year ) orthopedic surgeon ( from $ 43,750 to $ 437,500 year ) dermatologist ( from $ 50,000 to $ 437,500 year ) interventional radiologist ( from $ 108,144 to $ 431,853 year ) diagnostic radiologist ( from $ 24,000 to $ 418,650 year ) emergency medicine physician ( from $ 49,482 to $ 395,500 year ) surgeon ( from $ 40,000 to $ 385,000 year ) human resource consultant ( from $ 92,500 to $ 375,000 year ) human resources consultant ( from $ 92,500 to $ 375,000 year )

Which cities in the United States of America offer the highest salaries for junior programmer jobs?

The top 10 cities are: Houston, TX ( from $ 38,800 to $ 129,750 year ) Seattle, WA ( from $ 96,455 to $ 125,000 year ) New York, NY ( from $ 61,332 to $ 107,250 year ) Phoenix, AZ ( from $ 51,350 to $ 105,000 year ) Los Angeles, CA ( from $ 36,000 to $ 87,500 year ) Chicago, IL ( from $ 72,500 to $ 86,250 year ) Philadelphia, PA ( from $ 49,550 to $ 68,400 year )

Junior programmer Jobs in Chicago, IL

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Junior Data Scientist with ML/AI/junior software programmer fullstack

SynergisticITChicago, IL

Full-time

Career Gap? Outdated Tech stack? No Interviews? Let's Get you Hired with a Process.Many job seekers assume their skills have expired simply because they've been out of the workforce or recently lai... Show more

Junior HPC Applications Engineer

Parallel WorksChicago, IL, US

Remote

Full-time

Quick Apply

Parallel Works builds and operates ACTIVATE, a control plane for high performance computing and AI.Our customers run large scientific and AI workloads across their own on-premises clusters, Governm... Show more

CNC Boring Mill Machinist – Programmer

MBC Talent ConnectionsChicago, Illinois, United States

Full-time

Quick Apply

CNC Boring Mill Machinist – Programmer.We have an opening for a CNC Machinist with programming expertise to machine custom components.This position is ideal for professionals with expertise in CNC ... Show more

Junior Accountant

Corporate Coverage - Employee BenefitsChicago, IL, United States

$55,000.00 yearly

Full-time

Corporate Coverage Company is hiring a full-time, onsite Junior Accountant in Chicago, IL.We are the shared services and accounting division of a family-owned group of recycling and industrial serv... Show more

Junior Trader

Eagle SevenChicago, IL, US

Full-time

Quick Apply

The right candidate will have a passion for capital markets and be a motivated self-starter.Ability and interest to work Asia/European (overnight) hours is required.Primary Responsibilities include... Show more

Junior Manager Repair (Chicago)

SIXT USAChicago, Illinois, United States

$58,000.00 yearly

Full-time

Do you want to take on responsibility and make an operational impact? As a Junior Repair Manager, you will oversee your team, manage vendor relationships, and ensure efficient fleet operations.Use ... Show more

Junior Trader - Fixed Income

DV Trading Inc.Chicago, IL, United States

$80,000.00 yearly

Full-time

Founded 20 years ago and headquartered in Chicago, the DV Group of financial services firms has grown to more than 600 people operating throughout North America, Europe and Asia.Since spinning out ... Show more

Junior Accountant

MindlanceChicago, IL, United States

Full-time

Pay rate *** Hybrid- candidates must have their own equipment or supplier issued to work hybrid.Otherwise must be fully onsite.Performs daily accounting activities in accordance with generally acce... Show more

Junior Scheduler - Construction

Michael PageChicago, IL, United States

Full-time

As a P6 Scheduler, you will work closely with the Scheduling Manager and project teams to develop, maintain, and analyze project schedules using Primavera P6.You'll play a key role in supporting pr... Show more

Engineering Associate (Junior)

Altimeter AssociatesChicago, Illinois, United States

Full-time

Join our dynamic aviation team and make a lasting impact!.Altimeter Associates is seeking a talented Airfield Engineering Associate to join our team in Chicago, IL.You'll work collaboratively with ... Show more

Junior Project Manager Design

SGS & CoChicago, IL, United States

$53,000.00 yearly

Full-time

Marks, part of the Propelis Group, Marks is a consumer experience agency creating engaging moments across the entire brand spectrumfrom brand design and packaging, to content and consumer connectio... Show more

Junior Compliance Officer (Operations, Junior Analyst)

The MIL CorporationChicago, IL, United States

$35,000.00 yearly

Full-time

Junior Compliance Officer (Operations, Jr.The MIL Corporation seeks a Junior Compliance Officer (Operations, Jr.Analyst) to support a federal law enforcement client with I ? 9 audit support service... Show more

Junior Business Analyst

Jobs for HumanityChicago, Illinois, United States

Remote

Full-time

This is a great opportunity for someone early in their career to gain exposure to the agentic AI and orchestration market whilst using these technologies to transform public services.You’ll work al... Show more

L1 Junior Recruiter

Crystal Equation CorporationChicago, IL, United States

Full-time

Job Opportunity At Crystal Equation.At Crystal Equation, we empower people and advance technology initiatives by building trust.We will provide transparent communication, training and support, and ... Show more

Junior Floor Trader

Maven - Emerging TalentChicago, IL, United States

$150,000.00 yearly

Full-time

Maven is a market-leading proprietary trading firm allocating internal capital across discretionary, systematic, and market-making strategies.Our collective expertise spans traders, engineers, and ... Show more

Junior Security Engineer

MaximusChicago, IL, US

$40,000.00 yearly

Full-time

Maximus TCS (Technology and Consulting Services) Internal Job Profile Code: TCS055, T1, Band 4 Job-Specific Essential Duties and Responsibilities: - Provide 24x7x365 support for enter... Show more

Junior Litigation Associate

KosmosChicago, Illinois, United States

Full-time

Quick Apply

Our team of experienced attorneys provides top-quality legal services to a diverse range of clients, including individuals, businesses, and organizations.We are committed to delivering exceptional ... Show more

Junior Derivatives Trader

Valkyrie TradingChicago, IL, United States

Full-time

At Valkyrie, Derivatives Traders are responsible for operating our proprietary trading system and being fully responsible for day-to-day PnL and risk.You're directly facing the market every day and... Show more

Junior Technology Project Manager

AccordionChicago, IL, United States

$65,000.00 yearly

Full-time

Junior Technology Project Manager.This position is not eligible for immigration sponsorship.We are the better way to work in finance.As private equity's value creation partner, we sit at the heart ... Show more

Junior Data Scientist with ML/AI/junior software programmer fullstack

SynergisticITChicago, IL

14 hours ago

Job type

Full-time

Job description

Career Gap? Outdated Tech stack? No Interviews? Let's Get you Hired with a Process
Many job seekers assume their skills have expired simply because they've been out of the workforce or recently laid off. But the truth is, your foundation is still valuable — it just needs sharpening. Despite layoffs and market shifts, the tech industry still needs skilled developers. The challenge is proving you're ready to contribute. Rejections can be discouraging, but they don't reflect your true potential — they reflect your preparation.
Re‐entering the tech industry can feel overwhelming, especially after a layoff or career gap. But you don't have to do it alone. SynergisticIT gives you a fast, structured path back into the field.
If you've been unemployed for –+ months—or longer—you've probably seen how quickly the market can change. A career gap or an outdated tech stack can reduce callbacks, even when you have talent. Recruiters may assume your skills are outdated or your confidence is lower. But gaps don't define ability. They simply require a strategy: refresh your stack, rebuild proof of work, and re-enter with structure.
Since , SynergisticIT has helped candidates return to the workforce and land full-time jobs at major employers—companies like Google, Apple, PayPal, Visa, Western Union, Wells Fargo, Client, Client, Banking, Walmart Labs, Client, and more—often with offers between $, and $, depending on role and expertise.
Why gaps hurt—and how to neutralize them
Employers worry about currency: are your tools current? Can you still perform? The solution is demonstrating recent, relevant work: projects, certifications, and interview readiness. JOPP helps you rebuild that proof and confidence systematically.
Current role demand (expressed with variety)
SynergisticIT commonly supports hiring pipelines for roles such as junior software programmer, Java full stack engineer, Python/Java developer, DevOps/cloud engineer, plus data-track roles like data analyst, BI analyst, data engineer, data scientist, and ML/AI engineer. The focus areas remain: Java / Full Stack / DevOps and Data Analytics / Data Engineering / Data Science / ML/AI.
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