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Senior R&D Software Developer Jobs in Naperville, IL

Next Step Systems

Senior Software Developer

Chicago, IL · On-site

$56.25 - $74.25/hr

Senior Software Developer, Chicago, IL We are seeking a Senior Software Developer for a great opportunity in Chicago. Responsibilities: - Work collaboratively with technology and business teams on ...

Owens Corning

Sr Engineer R & D

Summit, IL

$105K - $144K/yr

As a PMA Engineer, you will be responsible for designing, implementing, and optimizing ... Demonstrated commitment to Inclusion & Diversity: our I&D aspiration is that all employees are ...

Owens Corning

Sr Engineer R & D

Summit, IL · On-site

$105K - $144K/yr

As a PMA Engineer, you will be responsible for designing, implementing, and optimizing ... Demonstrated commitment to Inclusion & Diversity: our I&D aspiration is that all employees are ...

Technical Paradigm LLC

Software Developer

Chicago, IL · Remote

Senior Software Developer (Fintech - fixed income securities trading operations) Remote USA Requires: Extensive developer experience with fixed income securities trading, clearance and settlement ...

Technical Paradigm LLC

Software Developer

Chicago, IL · On-site +1

Company Description Senior Software Developer (Fintech - fixed income securities trading operations) Remote USA Requires: Extensive developer experience with fixed income securities trading ...

Lessen

Senior Software Developer I

Chicago, IL · On-site

$56.25 - $74.25/hr

Senior Software Developer is part of an agile development team building and working on enterprise-grade software. Senior Software Developer is involved in all areas of development, from design to ...

Lessen

Senior Software Developer I

Chicago, IL

$56.25 - $74.25/hr

Senior Software Developer is part of an agile development team building and working on enterprise-grade software. Senior Software Developer is involved in all areas of development, from design to ...

Lessen

Senior Software Developer I

Chicago, IL

$56.25 - $74.25/hr

Senior Software Developer is part of an agile development team building and working on enterprise-grade software. Senior Software Developer is involved in all areas of development, from design to ...

Atomic Object

Senior Software Developer

Chicago, IL · On-site

$56.25 - $74.25/hr

As a senior software developer at Atomic, your primary responsibility is creating a great experience for our clients by leading projects with empathy, clarity, and technical insight. You'll guide ...

Infleqtion

Quantum Software Engineer

Chicago, IL

... with R&D. Ideal candidates have a strong software development background and familiarity with quantum computation. This role is open to both entry-level and senior-level candidates. Job ...

Infleqtion

Quantum Software Engineer

Chicago, IL · On-site

... with R&D. Ideal candidates have a strong software development background and familiarity with quantum computation. This role is open to both entry-level and senior-level candidates. Job ...

Infleqtion

Quantum Software Engineer

Chicago, IL · On-site

... with R&D. Ideal candidates have a strong software development background and familiarity with quantum computation. This role is open to both entry-level and senior-level candidates. Job ...

Next Step Systems

C++ Software Developer

Chicago, IL · On-site

$50.50 - $68/hr

Chicago IL Jobs, C++ Software Developer, C++, Java, Python, R, Strong Mathematical Skills, Financial, Trading, Software Engineer, Programming, Programmer Analyst, Architect, Chicago Recruiters ...

Labor Solutions, LLC

R & D Machinist

Chicago, IL · On-site

$55K - $75K/yr

This position works closely with engineering, production leadership, and quality teams to improve manufacturing efficiency, reduce downtime, and support continuous improvement initiatives. Key ...

Owens Corning

Process Engineer R & D

West Chicago, IL · On-site

$78K - $100K/yr

PURPOSE OF THE JOB The R&D Process Engineer (MPI) is a hands-on technical role responsible for developing, scaling, and industrializing new materials, formulations, and manufacturing processes for ...

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How much do senior r&d software developer jobs pay per hour?

As of Jun 17, 2026, the average hourly pay for senior r&d software developer in Naperville, IL is $61.64, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $52.31 and $69.13 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Senior R&D Software Developer vs Software Engineer?

AspectSenior R&D Software DeveloperSoftware Engineer
CredentialsBachelor's or Master's in Computer Science or related field; experience in R&DBachelor's or higher in Computer Science or related field
Work EnvironmentResearch and development labs, innovation teamsDevelopment teams, product-focused environments
Industry UsageTech, manufacturing, research institutionsTech companies, startups, software firms
Common Search/ComparisonOften compared for R&D roles and advanced developmentMore general software development roles

The main difference is that a Senior R&D Software Developer focuses on innovative research, prototyping, and developing new technologies within R&D environments, often requiring specialized knowledge and experience. In contrast, a Software Engineer typically works on building, testing, and maintaining software products in production environments. Both roles require strong programming skills, but the Senior R&D role emphasizes research and experimentation.

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Senior C++ Trading Software Developer, Onsite - R

Senior C++ Trading Software Developer, Onsite - R

Next Step Systems

Chicago, IL

Other

Medical, Dental, Life, Retirement, PTO

Posted 19 days ago

Job description

Senior C++ Trading Software Developer, Onsite in Chicago, IL

We are looking to hire a highly talented Senior C++ Software Developer to join the technology team. This Senior C++ Software Developer position is 100% Onsite and NOT open for Remote.

Senior C++ Trading Software Developer Responsibilities:

- Work collaboratively with technology and business teams on trading and research platforms.

- Design and implement high quality software solutions used for algorithmic trading, exchange connectivity, and research.

- Explore and work with industry leading hardware and software.

- Work alongside industry experts in the fields of technology and finance.

- Lead/mentor junior team members.

- Take ownership of and leading projects from start to finish including design, roll out, and testing.

- Work on challenging and dynamic problems in a team atmosphere.

Senior C++ Trading Software Developer Qualifications:

- Bachelor s Degree in Computer Science or an equivalent field.

- 5+ years of experience in C++ Software Development.

- Solid programming skills and strong understanding of general programming concepts such as OOP and data structures, and multi-threading.

- Problem solvers who are driven, self-motivated, and "outside of the box" thinkers.

- Motivated, dependable, and responsible team players.

- Excellent written and spoken communication skills.

- Must be willing to take ownership and lead others.

- Financial Services or Trading industry experience is a plus.

*Looking for candidates from top tier universities with a strong GPA. PhD in mathematics, statistics, physics or engineering is preferred. Will consider candidates who have a Master's degree along with work experience. Top universities include Massachusetts Institute of Technology/MIT, Carnegie Mellon University, Princeton University, Harvard University, University of California-Berkeley, Stanford University, University of Chicago, California Institute of Technology, University of California, Los Angeles, Columbia University, New York University, University of Michigan, Ann Arbor, Yale University, Cornell University, Brown University, etc.

Benefits include medical insurance, dental insurance, retirement plan, PTO, 401K match, life insurance, tuition reimbursement program, free gym membership, flexible spending account, daily catered lunches plus fully stocked kitchen with snacks, etc.

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