By the numbers: Chicago's most in-demand coding skills (and who's hiring)

Written by Sam Dewey
Published on Apr. 27, 2016
By the numbers: Chicago's most in-demand coding skills (and who's hiring)

Opportunities for developers in Chicago are flourishing. Whether you’re looking for an entry level coding job or a more senior-level position at an up-and-coming tech company, Chicago is home to endless possibilities, tech-wise.

We dug through the numbers to find the most popular coding languages in Chicago and picked out some of the coolest sounding open positions. Happy hunting!

Java

Platforms built largely on Java: Facebook, eBay, Twitter, LinkedIn. 
Cool local gigs: Lead Software Engineer at 
Whether you're driving or taking public transportation, our West Loop location is easy to find!
Senior Java Developer at  Java Team Lead at 
Open positions on Built In Chicago: 99+

 

Ruby

Platforms built largely on Ruby: Hulu, GitHub, Groupon, Airbnb
Cool local gigs: Senior Software Engineer- Ruby at  Backend Software Engineer at 
An open, bright and convenient office in the Loop with stunning views of the river and lake.
Software Engineer at 
Open positions on Built In Chicago: 85+

 

Python

Platforms built largely on Python: Reddit, Youtube, Spotify, The Onion
Cool local gigs: Software Engineer - Data Team at  , DevOps Engineer at 
Open positions on Built In Chicago: 75+
 

.NET

Platforms built largely on .NET: Stack Overflow, MSNBC, Microsoft Windows 
Cool local gigs: Junior .NET Developer at 
We're in the heart of downtown Chicago right at Adams & Wells. Whether you're commuting on the Metra or CTA, we're easy to find!
.NET Software Engineer at  , Junior .NET Developer at 
With world class museums, shopping, and attractions, it's easy to see why our neck of the woods was the #2 most visited place in the US in 2017.
Open positions on Built In Chicago: 55+
 

C#

Platforms built largely in C#: Stack Overflow
Open positions on Built In Chicago: 50+
 

C++

Platforms built largely in C++: Google Chrome, Microsoft Office, Adobe, PayPal 
Cool local gigs: C++ Software Engineer at 
Office is conveniently located above Union Station in the financial district, and is within immediate walking distance to transit and entertainment.
C++ Software Engineer II at 
Our Chicago Loop office is located alongside the Chicago River at 2 N Riverside Plaza, with access to nearby CTA/Metra stations, street or garage parking, and free on-site indoor bicycle parking. Our Deerfield office is located right next to the Lake Cook Road Metra station at 570 Lake Cook Road.
In Chicago: 35+
 

PHP

Platforms built largely on PHP: Facebook, Wikipedia, Yahoo, Tumblr
Cool local gigs: PHP Developer - Mid to Senior LevelPHP/MySQL Developer at 
Located in the heart of the Loop overlooking State Street, with views of the lake and Millennium Park with easy access to the Metra & CTA stations.
 at 
The office is easy to get to via Metra and car. We have free parking and plenty of restaurants in the area.
Open positions on Built In Chicago: 25+
 
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