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Published on April 08, 2025

Jumpstart your job search: 6 Chicago tech companies hiring right now

FEBRUARY 2017: Jumping into the job search can be tough. If you're overwhelmed by options or just wondering which companies are doing the coolest things, a standard job description probably won't woo you. We talked to seven top Chicago companies hiring right now to hear what they offer employees and what they're looking for in candidates.

Michael Hines Michael Hines
Updated on April 08, 2025

Short month, no problem: These 5 companies helped Chicago tech raise $128M in February

Despite having two fewer days to work with, Chicago tech companies still made moves on the funding front in February, raising $128 million in new capital.

Ashley Bowden Ashley Bowden
Updated on April 08, 2025

These Chicago Tech Companies Raised the Most Funding in 2023

Investors backed Chicago-based tech innovators with more than $388 million across the market’s largest rounds.

Adrienne Teeley Adrienne Teeley
Updated on April 08, 2025

What Is Scalability and How Do You Build for It? 6 Engineers Weigh In.

What does it take to build a truly scalable system? Built In Chicago asked six engineering leaders from different industries to share what tools and processes they trust most when it comes to building scalable technology.

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Updated on April 08, 2025

Cultivate Power Secures $10M to Grow Its Solar Energy Tech

The company will invest in expanding its team and developing additional solar and storage projects.

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