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Payload Integration Engineer Jobs in Chicago, IL

Shield AI

Flight Test Engineer, Staff (R5006)

Mundelein, IL · On-site

$120K - $190K/yr

Support integration and test of aircraft systems, payloads, comms/data links, software, ground ... Coordinate with engineering teams to validate requirements, troubleshoot issues, and mature system ...

PPRO

Senior Solutions Engineer

Chicago, IL · On-site

$57 - $73.50/hr

Define integration requirements, test payloads, and assist merchant developers using tools like ... Postman to ensure a seamless build out. * Go-Live Support: Oversee technical testing and initial ...

PPRO

Senior Solutions Engineer

Chicago, IL

$57 - $73.50/hr

Define integration requirements, test payloads, and assist merchant developers using tools like ... Postman to ensure a seamless build out. * Go-Live Support: Oversee technical testing and initial ...

PPRO

Senior Solutions Engineer

Chicago, IL

$57 - $73.50/hr

Define integration requirements, test payloads, and assist merchant developers using tools like ... Postman to ensure a seamless build out. * Go-Live Support: Oversee technical testing and initial ...

krg technology inc

Mulesoft Developer

Oak Brook, IL

Must have Experience with REST and JSON payloads. * Must have Experience with Queues - RabbitMQ or similar. * Must have Experience in integrating with enterprise applications like CRM applications ...

PATTERNS

IT Analyst

Chicago, IL · On-site

... payload rules, field‑level validations, and integration behavior (REST/gRPC). * Collaborate with SMEs, architects, product managers, and engineering leads to clarify dependencies and refine the ...

Ascend Engineering

Embedded Engineer

Chicago, IL · On-site

$100K - $160K/yr

... and payloads * Bring up new hardware from bare board to flying vehicle: clocks, power rails, pin ... Experience integrating IMUs, barometers, magnetometers, GPS, LiDAR, or camera modules at the driver ...

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Huntington

Site Reliability Engineer

Chicago, IL

$57K - $113K/yr

Validate JSON/XML payloads, request/response mappings, and API data transformation issues ... Support message-based integration technologies such as IBM MQ, Kafka, Event Hub, or similar ...

Huntington

Site Reliability Engineer

Chicago, IL · On-site

$58.75 - $78/hr

Validate JSON/XML payloads, request/response mappings, and API data transformation issues ... Support message-based integration technologies such as IBM MQ, Kafka, Event Hub, or similar ...

Reply

IAM Software Engineer

Chicago, IL

$100K - $130K/yr

As an IAM Software Engineer, you will help to drive the evolution of our enterprise identity ... Advanced use of JSON for IAM related workflow payloads, REST API integrations, and event handling

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How much do payload integration engineer jobs pay per year?

As of Aug 7, 2026, the average yearly pay for payload integration engineer in Chicago, IL is $128,021.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $107,100.00 and $144,200.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a payload integration engineer?

Payload Integration Engineers are professionals responsible for ensuring that spacecraft payloads, such as satellites or scientific instruments, are properly designed, tested, and integrated with the launch vehicle. They coordinate between payload providers, launch vehicle teams, and mission planners to ensure compatibility and safe installation. Their work includes overseeing mechanical, electrical, and thermal interfaces, performing integration tests, and troubleshooting any issues that arise during the process. These engineers play a crucial role in successful space missions by ensuring payloads are delivered to orbit safely and efficiently.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a payload integration engineer?

To thrive as a Payload Integration Engineer, you need a solid background in aerospace or mechanical engineering, experience with systems integration, and a relevant engineering degree. Familiarity with CAD software, simulation tools, and industry standards such as NASA or ESA requirements, as well as certifications like EIT or PE, are often required. Strong problem-solving abilities, attention to detail, and effective collaboration and communication skills set top candidates apart. These competencies ensure that complex payloads are integrated safely and efficiently, meeting mission requirements and minimizing risks.

What are some common challenges payload integration engineers face when coordinating with multiple teams during a satellite launch campaign?

Payload Integration Engineers frequently collaborate with cross-functional teams, including spacecraft engineering, mission operations, and launch providers. A common challenge is ensuring all payload requirements are met while aligning schedules and technical specifications across these groups. Effective communication and strong organizational skills are essential to anticipate and resolve integration issues, manage last-minute changes, and ensure safety and mission objectives are upheld. Successfully overcoming these challenges not only ensures a smooth launch but also fosters valuable experience in multidisciplinary teamwork.
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Sr. Full Stack Integration Engineer

Berlin Packaging

Chicago, IL • On-site

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Re-posted 7 days ago

Job description

Berlin Packaging is the premier supplier of rigid packaging. With over $3 billion in revenue, we have grown 5x faster than the overall packaging industry since 1898.
Chances are you enjoy products supplied by us every day! We serve virtually every end market: automotive, beverage, food, home care, industrial chemical, pet care and veterinary, personal health and beauty, wine and spirits, and cannabis.
Our engagement scores are 2x the national average, and every employee shares in Berlin's profitable growth. Combined with our "Anything is Possible" mindset and our winning culture, our 2,000+ employees agree, we love it here!
Berlin Packaging has been investing in technology across the enterprise, and our integration platform is at the heart of how our systems connect, communicate, and scale. As a Senior Full Stack Integration Engineer, you will be a hands-on practitioner at the center of that effort - designing and building enterprise-grade APIs, microservices, and middleware using Azure .NET, Azure API Management (APIM), and MuleSoft API-led development, backed by strong DevOps practices and experience across data and data warehouse platforms.
You will collaboratively develop solutions alongside onshore and offshore developers, architects, and cross-functional technology teams, contributing your expertise, elevating the work around you, and owning your deliverables end-to-end. The expectation is that you bring deep, proven experience and can operate with a high degree of autonomy from day one.
What You'll Do:
API, Microservices & Backend Development
  • Develop scalable C#/.NET (ASP.NET Core) applications, REST APIs, and microservices using Azure cloud-native architecture and best practices.
  • Build, deploy, and manage applications on Azure App Services, Azure Function Apps, and Azure Static Web Apps, Azure logic apps ensuring scalability, reliability, and performance.
  • Design, publish, secure, and manage APIs using Azure API Management (APIM), including authentication, policies, versioning, throttling, caching, monitoring, and API lifecycle management.
  • Integrate Azure services including Service Bus, Event Hubs, Key Vault, Storage Accounts, and Azure SQL, and implement CI/CD pipelines using Azure DevOps.
  • Leverage AI-assisted development tools Claude Code, GitHub Copilot, or similar to accelerate development, improve code quality, automate testing, and enhance developer productivity.
MuleSoft API-Led Development
  • Design and develop API-led integrations (System, Process, and Experience APIs) using MuleSoft Anypoint Platform, Anypoint Code Builder, and Mule 4.
  • Build reusable MuleSoft APIs, integrations, and DataWeave transformations to connect enterprise applications, cloud services, and third-party systems.
  • Deploy and manage Mule applications on CloudHub 2.0, including runtime configuration, monitoring, performance tuning, and environment management.
  • Implement API security, integration patterns, error handling, messaging, and logging to deliver secure, scalable, and reliable integrations.
  • Leverage Anypoint Code Builder, CI/CD pipelines, and AI-assisted development tools Claude Code to accelerate development, improve code quality, and automate testing.
Cloud, Data & Data Warehouse Integration
  • Develop data pipelines and integrations using Azure Data Factory, Databricks, Azure Functions, and Logic Apps
  • Deliver integrations across enterprise platforms including ERP, CRM, eCommerce portals, PIM systems, and data warehouse/lakehouse environments
  • Support consumption of APIs and data services by downstream reporting, analytics, and data warehouse platforms
DevOps & Engineering Practices
  • Implement and maintain CI/CD pipelines using Azure DevOps, Terraform and GitHub, promoting engineering best practices across the integration and API codebase
  • Manage build, release, and environment configuration for .NET, APIM, and MuleSoft deployments
  • Maintain observability through monitoring, logging, and alerting tooling across the integration platform
Quality, Security & Collaboration
  • Implement API security standards including OAuth2 and JWT across .NET, APIM, and MuleSoft APIs
  • Provide L2/L3 production support, triaging and resolving integration issues with urgency and thoroughness
  • Collaborate effectively with onshore and offshore developers, sharing knowledge and contributing to a high standard of delivery across the team
  • Leverage AI-assisted development tools to accelerate productivity and improve code quality
  • Model the employee portion of the Berlin Values
What We're Looking For:
Required Qualifications
  • 5-7+ years of hands-on, full stack experience in enterprise API and integration development
  • Strong hands-on expertise building APIs, microservices, and middleware/backend services with Azure .NET (C#, ASP.NET Core Web API), including publishing and managing APIs through Azure API Management (APIM) - security policies, versioning, and payload/performance optimization
  • Deep expertise with MuleSoft API-led development on the Anypoint Platform, including Anypoint Code Builder, CloudHub 2.0 deployment, and DataWeave transformations
  • Strong command of REST, SOAP, JSON, and XML integration patterns
  • Solid DevOps experience: CI/CD pipeline design and implementation using Azure DevOps and GitHub
  • Hands-on experience with Azure data and integration services - Azure Data Factory, Databricks, Functions, Service Bus, and Key Vault
  • Familiarity with data warehouse or lakehouse architecture and data pipeline development
  • Experience with messaging and event-driven platforms (Azure Service Bus, Event Hubs, Anypoint MQ, or Kafka)
  • Experience integrating enterprise systems such as Salesforce, Oracle PeopleSoft, or similar platforms
  • Solid understanding of API security standards including OAuth2 and JWT
  • Experience building or integrating AI/LLM-enabled APIs
  • Comfortable working in a collaborative team environment with onshore and offshore contributors
Preferred Qualifications
  • Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, or a related field
  • Microsoft Certified: Azure Developer Associate (or similar Azure certification)
  • MuleSoft Certified Developer (MCD) certification
  • Experience with Azure OpenAI or similar LLM platforms in an integration context
  • Experience with event-driven architecture patterns at scale
  • Exposure to API governance frameworks and reusable integration design
  • Experience with Agile/Scrum delivery practices
  • Background in manufacturing, distribution, supply chain, or packaging industries

IL Base Pay Range
$110,000-$130,000 USD
Berlin Packaging offers an outstanding compensation and benefits package including:
  • Competitive PTO including vacation, personal days, holidays, and sick time
  • 1Berlin Shared Ownership Plan
  • Profit sharing
  • 401(k) with company match
  • Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance
  • Health Savings Account (HSA)
  • Flexible spending accounts (FSAs) for transportation, medical, and dependent care expenses
  • Paid parental leave for up to 12weeks
  • Health club reimbursement
  • Tuition reimbursement
  • 529 college savings plan
  • Employee Assistance Program for mental health and well-being
  • Calm app to improve mental wellbeing
  • Employee referral program
  • Company sponsored short- and long-term disability and life insurance with optional voluntary life insurance

At Berlin Packaging, we look at candidates' skills but hire based on traits. We believe in hiring smart, passionate people who are enthusiastic to learn and develop their skills. If you're excited about this role but your experience doesn't align perfectly with the job description, we encourage you to apply anyway. You may be just the right candidate for this or other roles.
Berlin Packaging provides equal employment opportunities for all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, age, sex or gender (including pregnancy, childbirth and related medical conditions), gender identity or gender expression (including transgender status), sexual orientation, marital status, military service and veteran status, physical or mental disability, protected medical condition as defined by applicable state or local law, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws and ordinances.
Visit our Careers page for more information on our Anything is Possible culture and Total Rewards.
*Note: any salary information shared is a general guideline only. Pay is based on candidate skills, experience, and qualifications, as well as market and business considerations.
*This position is not eligible for sponsorship.
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