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Associate Software Engineer I Jobs in Chicago, IL

Rothera

Associate Software Engineer

Chicago, IL · On-site

$80K - $100K/yr

About the role As an Associate Software Engineer, you will support the development of our cloud-based scalable architecture that powers our instrument management, settlements engine, and clearing ...

Rothera

Associate Software Engineer

Chicago, IL

$80K - $100K/yr

About the role As an Associate Software Engineer, you will support the development of our cloud-based scalable architecture that powers our instrument management, settlements engine, and clearing ...

RXinsider LTD.

Software Engineer I

Lincolnshire, IL · On-site

$68K - $102K/yr

What We're Looking For As a Software Engineer I you will analyze, design, develop, and maintain software solutions for the organization's products and systems. You will collaborate on system ...

Allied Benefit Systems

Software Engineer I

Chicago, IL · Remote

POSITION SUMMARY The Software Engineer I is responsible for maintaining and developing software applications. This position will also be responsible for problem solving, coding, debugging, testing ...

Allied

Software Engineer I

Chicago, IL · On-site +1

$80K - $100K/yr

POSITION SUMMARY The Software Engineer I is responsible for maintaining and developing software applications. This position will also be responsible for problem solving, coding, debugging, testing ...

Morningstar, Inc.

Principal Software Engineer

Chicago, IL · On-site +1

$117K - $123K/yr

... Associate Software Engineer, Developer, or related position; or a Master's degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Information Technology, or a technology-related filed or foreign ...

Morningstar, Inc.

Principal Software Engineer

Chicago, IL · On-site

$117K - $123K/yr

... Associate Software Engineer, Developer, or related position; or a Master's degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Information Technology, or a technology-related filed or foreign ...

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As of Sep 15, 2026, the average hourly pay for associate software engineer i in Chicago, IL is $43.50, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $31.44 and $46.06 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

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An Associate Software Engineer is an entry-level role responsible for developing, testing, and maintaining software applications under the guidance of senior engineers. They typically work with programming languages, development tools, and collaborate with teams to implement features and fix bugs. This role often requires foundational coding skills and knowledge of software development processes.
Infographic showing various Associate Software Engineer I job openings in Chicago, IL as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 87% Full Time, 3% Part Time, and 10% Contract. Highlights an 94% In-person, 3% Hybrid, and 3% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $90,485 per year, or $43.5 per hour.

Associate Software Engineer

Vernon Hills, IL

STERIS Corporation
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Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Retirement, PTO

Re-posted 29 days ago

STERIS rating

8.1

Company rating: 8.1 out of 10

Based on 133 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

Job description

Position Summary
Join STERIS as an Associate Software Engineer to develop and support software solutions that support healthcare customers. In this role, you will work as part of a collaborative R&D team, helping to design, develop, test, and maintain enterprise applications using modern Microsoft technologies. You will partner with experienced engineers, product managers, and quality engineers to solve technical challenges, deliver new features, and improve product quality. This position provides a strong foundation in software engineering practices, offering opportunities for mentorship, continuous learning, and professional growth within a fast-paced product development environment. SPM Workflow Solution and Surgical Asset Tracking Software | STERIS
*This position is located onsite in Vernon Hills, IL with the opportunity for a hybrid work schedule.
What You'll Do as an Associate Software Engineer
  • Develop, test, debug, and maintain software applications using Microsoft .NET technologies and related development tools.
  • Participate in Agile planning, daily standups, sprint reviews, and retrospectives.
  • Collaborate with product team, quality engineers, and senior developers to deliver high-quality software solutions.
  • Create and execute unit, integration, and automated tests to ensure software quality, performance, and reliability.
  • Troubleshoot application issues, analyze root causes, and assist in implementing corrective actions.
  • Contribute to technical documentation, including requirements, design specifications, and deployment procedures.
  • Participate in code reviews and design discussions to learn and apply software engineering best practices.
  • Support software deployments, monitoring, and continuous improvement initiatives.
  • Follow established development, security, and quality standards to deliver reliable and maintainable software.
The Experience, Skills and Abilities Needed

Required:

  • Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, Computer Engineering, or a related technical field.
  • 3+ years of software development experience.
  • 3+ years C#, .NET, and related Microsoft development technologies.
  • Experience developing and maintaining database-driven applications using SQL Server and/or Oracle.
  • Experience with source control systems such as Git and modern software development practices.
  • Working knowledge of Agile software development methodologies and the software development lifecycle.
  • Understanding of object-oriented design principles, software architecture concepts, design patterns, and secure coding practices.
  • Experience troubleshooting application issues, performing root cause analysis, and implementing corrective actions.

Preferred:

  • Experience developing web applications, APIs, and distributed enterprise systems.
  • Exposure to cloud platforms
  • Experience with CI/CD pipelines, DevOps practices, and automated testing frameworks.
  • Experience working in a commercial software product development environment.
  • Exposure to AI-assisted development tools and modern engineering productivity practices.

Other:

  • Excellent verbal and written communication
What STERIS Offers

We value our employees and are committed to providing a comprehensive benefits package that supports your health, well-being and financial future.


Here is a brief overview of what we offer:


Market Competitive Pay
Extensive Paid Time Off and (9) added Holidays
Excellent Healthcare, Dental and Vision Benefits
Long/Short Term Disability Coverage
401(k) with a company match
Maternity and Paternity Leave
Additional add-on benefits/discounts for programs such as Pet Insurance
Tuition Reimbursement and continued education programs
Excellent opportunities for advancement in a stable long-term career

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Pay range for this opportunity is$68,637.50 - $84,787.50.This position is also eligible for bonus participation.

Minimum pay rates offered will comply with county/city minimums, if higher than range listed. Pay rates are based on a number of factors, including but not limited to local labor market costs, years of relevant experience, education, professional certifications, foreign language fluency, etc.

STERIS offers a comprehensive and competitive benefits portfolio. Click here for a complete list of benefits: STERIS Benefits

Open until position is filled.

STERIS is a leading global provider of products and services that support patient care with an emphasis on infection prevention. WE HELP OUR CUSTOMERS CREATE A HEALTHIER AND SAFER WORLD by providing innovative healthcare and life sciences products and services around the globe. For more information, visit www.steris.com.

If you need assistance completing the application process, please call 1 (440) 392.7047. This contact information is for accommodation inquiries only and cannot be used to check application status.

STERIS is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to equal employment opportunity to ensure that persons are recruited, hired, trained, transferred and promoted in all job groups regardless of race, color, religion, age, disability, national origin, citizenship status, military or veteran status, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth and related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, and any other category protected by federal, state or local law. We are not only committed to this policy by our status as a federal government contractor, but also we are strongly bound by the principle of equal employment opportunity.

The full affirmative action program, absent the data metrics required by 60-741.44(k), shall be available to all employees and applicants for employment for inspection upon request. The program may be obtained at your location's HR Office during normal business hours.

Employment Type: FULL_TIME

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