What they do: InContext Solutions is at the forefront of 3D virtual simulation in Chicago. Their cutting-edge solutions arm brick-and-mortar businesses with insight on the in-store shopping experience for consumers.
Coolest available jobs: Project Operations Manager, Business Development Associate, GVP Client Development
Coolest perks: They’ve got all your traditional perks (including a competitive 401k match, stock options, free snacks and regular office ping pong tournaments), and on top of all that, the InContext Solutions team also enjoys spending time outside of work with one another — whether that’s competing against each other at Whirlyball, hanging out at off-site patio happy hours or volunteering, to name a few.
Note from the boss: “All of our employees have something in common; they’re intelligent, resourceful and passionate about what they do,” said co-founder and CTO Tracey Wiedmeyer. “We’re all about innovation, so ideal candidates will be innately curious and have the drive to make things happen in the workplace, while also embodying our core values.”
What they do: Narrative Science is a digital storyteller. They’re a leader in advanced natural language generation with their product, Quill, which transforms mounds of unintelligible data into digestible stories packed with insight for the people who need it most.
Coolest available jobs: Product Marketing Manager - Solutions, UX Designer, Software Engineer — Data Team, Product Marketing Manager
Coolest perks: Apart from their flex vacation policy, free eats and drinks and complimentary gym membership (among many noteworthy perks), our favorite is their "Everything-But-The-Kitchen-Sink" benefits package, which offers a potpourri of insurance plans (including commuter expenses and 401k options) to fit you and your family’s particular needs.
Note from the boss: "It's incredibly important for candidates and employees to understand and embrace our mission of enhancing human productivity and making people smarter via data-driven narratives," said CEO Stuart Frankel. "We look for people who are exceptionally bright, but also are team players who have a genuine and demonstrated interest in what we do and what we're trying to accomplish."
What they do: Founded in 2013, FourKites is digitizing the supply chain experience, providing real-time visibility solutions that work across transportation modes and digital platforms.
Coolest available jobs: Operations Associate, Sales Account Executive, Product Support Specialist
Coolest perks: FourKites is in a brand new office space that sits overlooking Millennium Park, making for an easy commute for most workers. Add commuter benefits to that equation, and it sounds like a pretty sweet gig. And that’s on top of a more traditional suite of benefits, including health, dental and vision insurance.
Note from the boss: "The most successful employees at FourKites are collaborative, forward-thinking individuals who love to solve complex challenges with creative and streamlined solutions," said COO Stephanie Kolaczynski. "They have a high sense of personal accountability and are consistently striving to improve themselves, their team, and our product."
"We are excited to revolutionize visibility in the transportation industry and are proud of the impact we’ve had on our customers’ operations," Kolaczynski added. "We look for people who are passionate about making an impact and are excited to join a rapidly growing team."
What they do: The Mx Group is a fast-growing digital and demand generation agency that empowers companies with the competitive edge of modern B2B marketing. With marketers, creatives, programmers, data specialists and strategists all under one roof, they’re a uniquely powerful partner for companies looking to win in today's marketplace.
Coolest available jobs: Senior .NET Developer, Database / BI Developer, Senior Account Manager
Coolest perks: The Mx Group offers a full benefits package and 401(k) matching, but it doesn’t stop there. Flexible scheduling, work-from-home options and Friday summer hours make it easy to achieve that elusive work-life balance. And don’t forget perks like office trivia contests, seasonal cook-offs and — an employee favorite — a well-stocked craft beer fridge.
Note from the boss: “Whenever I talk to our employees about working at Mx, I always get the same answer: The people are the best part,” said CEO and co-founder Andy Mahler. “We’re always looking for creative, smart, friendly people who are passionate about delivering value for our clients, and who know how to have fun while they do it.”
What they do: Geofeedia is leading the pack in terms of location-based intelligence. Their cloud-based platform, which is used by more than 500 organizations and 10,000 users, helps brands predict, analyze, and react to real-time conversations on Instagram, Twitter, YouTube and more.
Coolest available jobs: Front End Developer, Java Team Lead, Product Designer
Coolest perks: Geofeedia boasts a casual work environment based out of an office in River North. Their workers enjoy an active culture with office ping pong tournaments and a kickball league, and they recharge on snacks and beer — which are always on hand in their fully-stocked kitchen. Throw in unlimited vacation, commuter benefits, and company happy hours, and you've got an quite the pretty package, indeed.
Note from the boss: "We look for candidates who are smart, analytical and thoughtful to join our world-class technology company. We are building a dedicated team of professionals who do not take themselves too seriously, we want team players! Individuals who are adaptable, dynamic and can operate with a sense of urgency is also important as we assess new hires," said CEO and co-founder Phil Harris. "Most importantly we are customer driven! We want team members who will fight for our customers and make them more successful with our amazing technology."
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