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Copilot Developer Jobs in Illinois (NOW HIRING)

Senior Platform Developer

Chicago, IL · On-site +1

$130K - $150K/yr

The developer integrates Microsoft 365 Copilot, AI Builder, and third-party cloud services, and delivers actionable insights through Power BI. This role emphasizes governance, compliance, and ...

NET Developer to join our client''s software engineering team responsible for developing, enhancing ... Experience with GitHub Copilot, Microsoft Copilot, or other AI-assisted development tools.

Senior DevOps Engineer

Chicago, IL

$133K - $172K/yr

About the Role We are looking for a Senior DevOps Engineer who specializes in AWS and containerized ... Cloudflare - Datadog - Wiz - Circle CI - Artillery - Github & GH Copilot - Infisical - Lens ...

Senior Applications Developer

Chicago, IL · On-site

$98K - $136K/yr

Design, build, and maintain AI agents and copilot experiences using Microsoft Copilot Studio and ... engineering across the team. * Evaluate, prototype, and integrate AI services-including Azure ...

Sr Lead, Cybersecurity Engineering

Chicago, IL · On-site

$118K - $161K/yr

... using Azure DevOps and contribute to Copilot readiness, Zero Trust alignment, and governance activities. • Define and implement Copilot-protected file, group, and site labels and prevent ...

Senior Mobile Developer

Oregon, IL · On-site

$125K - $135K/yr

GitHub Copilot, Claude, Cursor or ChatGPT) - Familiarity with AI directed prompt engineering for developing applications. Responsibilities & Duties: - Contribute to architectural discussions, make ...

Senior Mobile Developer

Ohio, IL · On-site

$125K - $135K/yr

GitHub Copilot, Claude, Cursor or ChatGPT) - Familiarity with AI directed prompt engineering for developing applications. Responsibilities & Duties: - Contribute to architectural discussions, make ...

Senior Mobile Developer

Virginia, IL · On-site

$125K - $135K/yr

GitHub Copilot, Claude, Cursor or ChatGPT) - Familiarity with AI directed prompt engineering for developing applications. Responsibilities & Duties: - Contribute to architectural discussions, make ...

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Copilot Developer information

What is a Copilot Developer?

A Copilot Developer is a software professional who specializes in integrating, customizing, or developing solutions using AI-powered coding assistants, such as GitHub Copilot. Their role often includes enhancing developer workflows by leveraging these AI tools, contributing to codebases, and ensuring that AI-generated code meets quality and security standards. They may also provide feedback to improve Copilot's suggestions and help teams adopt AI-assisted development practices. Copilot Developers often have strong programming skills and a deep understanding of how to effectively collaborate with AI tools.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a Copilot Developer?

To thrive as a Copilot Developer, a strong background in software engineering, proficiency in languages such as Python, JavaScript, or TypeScript, and experience with AI/ML concepts are essential, often supported by a relevant degree. Familiarity with GitHub Copilot, code editors like Visual Studio Code, and cloud platforms such as Azure or AWS is typically required. Strong problem-solving abilities, effective communication, and a collaborative mindset help developers integrate AI tools into workflows and assist end-users. These skills ensure efficient, innovative solutions and maximize the impact of AI-powered code assistance in software development environments.

What is the difference between Copilot Developer vs AI Software Engineer?

AspectCopilot DeveloperAI Software Engineer
Required CredentialsBachelor's in CS or related, coding skillsBachelor's or higher in CS, AI, or Data Science
Work EnvironmentSoftware development teams, tech companiesResearch labs, tech firms, startups
Industry UsageDeveloping AI-powered coding toolsDesigning and implementing AI models
Search & Comparison IntentFocus on coding automation toolsFocus on AI model development

While both roles involve AI and software development, a Copilot Developer primarily focuses on creating and improving AI coding assistants, whereas an AI Software Engineer designs and implements AI models across various applications. The roles overlap in skills but differ in their core objectives and work environments.

What are some common challenges Copilot Developers face when integrating AI-powered coding assistants into existing development workflows?

Copilot Developers often encounter challenges such as ensuring seamless integration of AI-assisted coding tools with a variety of development environments and version control systems. They must address concerns around code quality, security, and maintaining team coding standards, as AI-generated suggestions may not always align with best practices. Additionally, developers need to foster collaboration and trust within teams, encouraging effective use of Copilot without diminishing peer code reviews or knowledge sharing. Successful Copilot Developers proactively gather feedback from users and iterate on integration strategies to optimize productivity and code reliability.
What cities in Illinois are hiring for Copilot Developer jobs? Cities in Illinois with the most Copilot Developer job openings:
Infographic showing various Copilot Developer job openings in Illinois as of July 2026, with employment types broken down into 69% Full Time, and 31% Part Time. Highlights an 100% In-person job distribution.

AI Copilot/M365 Solution Engineer IV

Trustmark

Lake Forest, IL • On-site

$102K - $190K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement

Posted 10 days ago


Job description

Trustmark's mission is to improve wellbeing - for everyone. It is a mission grounded in a belief in equality and born from our caring culture. It is a culture we can only realize by building trust. Trust established by ensuring associates feel respected, valued and heard. At Trustmark, you'll work collaboratively to transform lives and help people, communities and businesses thrive. Flourish in a culture of diversity and inclusion where appreciation, mutual respect and trust are constants, not just for our customers but for ourselves. At Trustmark, we have a commitment to welcoming people, no matter their background, identity or experience, to a workplace where they feel safe being their whole, authentic selves. A workplace made up of diverse, empowered individuals that allows ideas to thrive and enables us to bring the best to our colleagues, clients and communities.
About the role
The Solution Engineer - Microsoft Copilot, M365 Security & Governance is responsible for leading the technical strategy, administration, governance, and adoption roadmap for Microsoft Copilot capabilities across the enterprise. This role focuses on ensuring Copilot is deployed, managed, secured, and continuously optimized across Microsoft 365, Microsoft Purview, Microsoft Defender, Microsoft Security Copilot, GitHub Copilot, Copilot Studio, and related AI-enabled productivity, security, and development platforms. This position serves as the technical owner and strategic advisor for enterprise Copilot enablement. The Solution Engineer will partner with Security, Compliance, Infrastructure, Collaboration, Application Development, Legal, Risk, and business stakeholders to define standards, manage controls, evaluate new capabilities, and ensure responsible AI usage across the Microsoft ecosystem. The role requires deep understanding of Microsoft 365 administration, identity and access management, data protection, information governance, security operations, and modern AI-powered productivity platforms.
Responsible for leading the technical requirements, gathering, and design sessions with stakeholders as it relates to infrastructure service systems (cloud and/or on-premises). Translates service and product vision to the MSP team, disseminating knowledge, technical requirements, and design documentation. Identifies and evaluates project constraints and risks. Researches and monitors new technologies, frameworks, and tools that would improve process and optimize technological capabilities to meet business needs. Drives MSP to scopes, designs, and presents Proof of Concepts that have potential, analyzing for technical feasibility and implementation risks. Ensures solutions are in alignment to existing enterprise architecture framework and business standards. Serves as a technical resource for design implementations across teams. Creates solution designs based on conceptual design and stated business requirements. Identifies and evaluates new technologies for implementation. Participates in service design meetings and analyzes user needs to determine technical requirements. Ensures solutions align to business and IT strategies. Participates in defining roadmaps for one or more infrastructure technical services. Maintains service life cycle management which consists of change, operational readiness, and new and deprecating technical features.
Key Accountabilities:
  • Collaborate with leadership to define technical roadmaps and strategies.
  • Drive innovation and explore new technologies to improve existing solutions.
  • Lead the design of complex infrastructure service solutions.
  • Approves specifications and sets standards.
  • Collaborates with cross functional teams on the design implementation of infrastructure service solutions.
  • Understands and solves business problems and provide alternative solutions.
  • Collaborates with user to incorporate feedback and influence the application/product design.

Minimum Requirements:
  • Bachelor's Degree and/or 6 - 8 years of related experience.

The compensation range for this role is (based on the corporate location in Lake Forest, Illinois):
$102,662.00 - $190,658.00 per year
The final salary offer will be determined based on factors such as location, qualifications, experience, skill set, and other relevant factors. This position may also be eligible for commission. We understand that compensation is an important factor when considering a new opportunity, and we strive to provide a competitive salary within the market.
Brand: Trustmark
Come join a team at Trustmark that will not only utilize your current skills but will enhance them as well. Trustmark benefits include health/dental/vision, life insurance, FSA and HSA, 401(k) plan, Employee Assistant Program, Back-up Care for Children, Adults and Elders and many health and wellness initiatives. We also offer a Wellness program that enables employees to participate in health initiatives to reduce their insurance premiums.
Trustmark is committed to leveraging the talent of a diverse workforce to create great opportunities for our people and our business. We are an equal opportunity employer, including disability and protected veteran status.