ZipRecruiter

Log In

2

Remote Systems Software Developer Jobs in Chicago, IL

ampliFI Loyalty Solutions

Software Engineer

Naperville, IL · On-site +1

$132K - $147K/yr

Provide deep expertise and guidance on the integration of REACT front-end systems with the backend ... remote work is not an option for tax reasons: AL, AK, AR, CA, CT, DE, HI, ID, IA, KS, KY, LA, ME ...

YO AI Labs

Backend Developer - Remote

Chicago, IL · Remote

$80 - $120/hr

Familiarity with AI/ML systems is a plus but not required. * Experience with rigorous code reviews and software engineering best practices . * Experience working effectively in remote or cross ...

DataAnnotation

Software Developer - AI Trainer

Aurora, IL · On-site +1

$50 - $100/hr

Contribute to developing cutting-edge AI systems, while enjoying the flexibility of remote work and ... other engineers -- who are driving real-world impact in AI development. Our platform offers an ...

Canonical

Software Engineer - OpenStack

Chicago, IL · On-site +1

Canonical is a leading provider of open source software and operating systems to the global ... This role requires a python software developer with a passion for automating infrastructure as code.

YO AI Labs

AI Engineer - Remote

Chicago, IL · Remote

$80 - $120/hr

Familiarity with AI/ML systems is a plus but not required. * Experience with rigorous code reviews and software engineering best practices . * Experience working effectively in remote or cross ...

Cisco

Senior Software Engineer (Remote)

Chicago, IL · Remote

$126K - $166K/yr

Resolve errors, monitor production systems, identify risks, and escalate issues when needed. You ... developer-facing security tooling. * Knowledge of production monitoring, incident response ...

The Hartford

AVP, Software Engineering Lead

Chicago, IL · On-site +1

$182K - $273K/yr

This role can have a Hybrid or Remote work schedule. Candidates who live near one of our office ... Strong systems thinking and ability to operate across strategy, architecture, and execution.

Ascent Placement Partners

Be Seen First

Remote Software Engineer - Technical Advisor

Chicago, IL · Remote

$150/hr

Remote Software Engineer - Technical Advisor $150.00 USD/hour | 100% Remote (USA Only) | Mostly ... Its work centers on developing AI systems that are safe, reliable, interpretable, and aligned with ...

The Hartford

AVP, Software Engineering Lead

Chicago, IL · On-site +1

$260K/yr

This role can have a Hybrid or Remote work schedule. Candidates who live near one of our office ... Strong systems thinking and ability to operate across strategy, architecture, and execution.

Morningstar, Inc.

Principal Software Engineer

Chicago, IL · On-site +1

$117K - $123K/yr

... software systems, ensuring system performance, reliability, and maintainability (10%). Provide ... Remote work requests will be considered consistent with company's remote work policy. Job ...

YO AI Labs

RL Environment Engineer - Remote

Chicago, IL · Remote

$80 - $120/hr

Familiarity with AI/ML systems is a plus but not required. * Experience with rigorous code reviews and software engineering best practices . * Experience working effectively in remote or cross ...

previous pagenext page

Showing results 21-40

All JobsSystems Software Developer JobsRemote Systems Software Developer JobsRemote Systems Software Developer Jobs in Chicago, IL

Remote Systems Software Developer information

See Chicago, IL salary details

$41.7K

$120.6K

$191.1K

How much do remote systems software developer jobs pay per year?

As of Sep 9, 2026, the average yearly pay for remote systems software developer in Chicago, IL is $120,603.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $89,100.00 and $143,200.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

Can I work remotely as a remote systems software developer?

Yes, remote systems software developers can work from anywhere with a reliable internet connection, as many companies offer remote positions in this field. These roles often require strong programming skills, knowledge of operating systems, and experience with remote collaboration tools. Flexibility in schedule and self-motivation are also important for remote work success.

How much do remote systems software developers make?

Remote systems software developers typically earn between $80,000 and $130,000 annually, depending on experience, location, and skill set. Senior developers with specialized knowledge in operating systems or low-level programming can earn higher salaries, especially if working for large tech companies or in high-demand industries.

What are the most commonly searched types of Systems Software Developer jobs in Chicago, IL?

The most popular types of Systems Software Developer jobs in Chicago, IL are:

What are popular job titles related to Remote Systems Software Developer jobs in Chicago, IL?

For Remote Systems Software Developer jobs in Chicago, IL, the most frequently searched job titles are:

What job categories do people searching Remote Systems Software Developer jobs in Chicago, IL look for?

The top searched job categories for Remote Systems Software Developer jobs in Chicago, IL are:

Remote Systems Software Developer jobs near you
Infographic showing various Remote Systems Software Developer job openings in Chicago, IL as of July 2026, with employment types broken down into 83% Full Time, 5% Part Time, 1% Temporary, and 11% Contract. Highlights an 82% Physical, 5% Hybrid, and 13% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $120,603 per year, or $58 per hour.

Software Engineer

Naperville, IL • On-site, Remote

ampliFI Loyalty Solutions
Finance and Insurance • 51 - 200 employees
Learn more about ampliFI Loyalty Solutionsexternal

$132K - $147K/yr

Full-time

Re-posted 20 days ago

Job description

Software Engineer for AmpliFI Loyalty Solutions, Naperville, IL.
Define the long-term architectural vision and technical strategy for ampliFI's customized credit and debit card loyalty platforms. Lead the design, evolution, and governance of highly scalable, secure, and fault-tolerant cloud-native solutions, providing the highest level of technical leadership and strategic direction to cross-functional engineering teams focused on loyalty,
rewards, and card-linked programs for financial institutions.

Key Duties and Responsibilities
● Architectural Strategy amp; Governance: Define, document, and enforce architectural principles, standards (e.g., SOLID, DRY), and patterns (e.g., microservices, event-driven architecture) across all engineering teams. Lead the technical planning for major platform evolution.
● Cloud Platform Leadership (AWS Focus): Act as the highest-level subject matter expert for ampliFI's AWS ecosystem. Lead the design and optimization of high-scale data and application architectures utilizing EC2, S3, Lambda, Glue, and DynamoDB to ensure maximum reliability, cost efficiency, and performance for loyalty solutions.
● System Design amp; Development Oversight: Oversee the design and implementation of core backend services in Java and related modern frameworks. Provide deep expertise and
guidance on the integration of REACT front-end systems with the backend APIs, ensuring optimal performance and security across the stack.
● Data Architecture Ownership: Design and govern the strategic evolution of data models and performance optimization for both relational databases (PostgreSQL/MySQL) and NoSQL databases (DynamoDB). Define best practices for data warehousing, ETL/ELT (using Glue), optimization, and data security to support complex loyalty program analytics and transactions.
● Quality amp; Reliability Engineering: Define and establish company-wide Test-Driven Development (TDD) and quality assurance mandates, including automated testing frameworks and CI/CD pipelines (Docker/Kubernetes experience is moved from a "Plus" to a core responsibility at the Architect level).
● Mentorship amp; Technical Direction: Serve as a technical mentor and coach for Senior and Software Engineers, resolving the most challenging technical roadblocks. Collaborate with Product Managers to translate long-term business goals into a detailed, executable technical roadmap.
Position is based out of and reports to Amplifi’s HQ in Naperville, IL, but allows for the option to telecommute from a home office outside of IL (except the following states from which
remote work is not an option for tax reasons: AL, AK, AR, CA, CT, DE, HI, ID, IA, KS, KY, LA, ME, MD, MI, MN, MO MS, NV, NM, NC, ND, OK, OR, RI, SD, VT, WA, WV, and WY.)
Requirements:
Master's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related field with three (3) years of experience as a software developer or related occupation in software development.
Must possess three years of experience in the following:
  • Designing and developing enterprise-level software systems
  • Developing platform engineering
Also requires demonstrable experience with:
  • Java and associated modern backend frameworks;
  • Designing and deploying applications using the AWS ecosystem (including Lambda, S3, EC2, DynamoDB, and Glue); and
  • Database design and optimization in MySQL or DynamoDB; and experience with containerization technologies (e.g., Docker/Kubernetes).
Salary: $132,000 - $147,000/year
#LI-DNI Job ID 366

Apply