Senior Software Developer Salary in Chicago, Illinois

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How much does a Senior Software Developer make in Chicago, IL? The average Senior Software Developer salary in Chicago, IL is $120,976 as of April 01, 2025, but the salary range typically falls between $109,103 and $134,502. Salary ranges can vary widely depending on many important factors, including education, certifications, additional skills, the number of years you have spent in your profession. With more online, real-time compensation data than any other website, Salary.com helps you determine your exact pay target. 

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Senior Applications Developer
SCA Health - MYRTLE POINT , OR
Senior Applications Developer. JOB_DESCRIPTION.SHARE.HTML. CAROUSEL_PARAGRAPH. JOB_DESCRIPTION.SHARE.HTML. United States. Surgical Care Affiliates. Technology
- 3 days ago
Sr. Software Engineer, Android (Enterprise Platforms Technology)
Capital One - MCLEAN , VA
Sr. Software Engineer, Android (Enterprise Platforms Technology). Senior Software Engineer, Android. (Enterprise Platforms Technology). As a Capital One Senior
- 3 days ago
Sr. Mgr, Software Engineering
Capital One - MCLEAN , VA
Sr. Mgr, Software Engineering. Do you love building and pioneering in the technology space. Do you enjoy solving complex business problems in a fast-paced, coll
- 3 days ago
Sr. Software Engineer, Android (Enterprise Platforms Technology)
Capital One - RICHMOND , VA
Sr. Software Engineer, Android (Enterprise Platforms Technology). Senior Software Engineer, Android. (Enterprise Platforms Technology). As a Capital One Senior
- 3 days ago
Sr. Software Engineer, Android (Enterprise Platforms Technology)
Capital One - NEW YORK , NY
Sr. Software Engineer, Android (Enterprise Platforms Technology). Senior Software Engineer, Android. (Enterprise Platforms Technology). As a Capital One Senior
- 3 days ago
Sr. Mgr, Software Engineering
Capital One - CHICAGO , IL
Sr. Mgr, Software Engineering. Do you love building and pioneering in the technology space. Do you enjoy solving complex business problems in a fast-paced, coll
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Average Total Cash Compensation

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These charts show the average base salary (core compensation), as well as the average total cash compensation for the job of Senior Software Developer in Chicago, IL. The base salary for Senior Software Developer ranges from $109,103 to $134,502 with the average base salary of $120,976. The total cash compensation, which includes base, and annual incentives, can vary anywhere from $112,926 to $141,388 with the average total cash compensation of $126,005.

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