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These are the top software companies that are helping make Chicago a thriving hub for tech.

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Ryan Baretto will lead the company as CEO, and Justyn Howard will move to the role of executive chair.

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Investment in team gatherings and professional development supports connectivity, collaboration and career advancement in a remote environment.

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At Sprout Social, engineers are routinely rotated into and out of troubleshooting roles for two reasons: to reduce burnout and to collaborate on fixing vulnerabilities.

Lucas Dean

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Remote interviews have their own unique quirks, challenges and qualities. These HR professionals shared how candidates can navigate them.

Stephen Ostrowski

Updated on April 08, 2025

“Doing a few things really, really well is going to get our customers a lot more value than doing a bunch of things sort of mediocre.” Leaders at Sprout Social shared why, in the fast-paced world of social media, a considered approach pays off.

Lucas Dean

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As teams at six Chicago companies take on exciting projects, they’re looking for top tech talent. Learn what it takes to secure a position on these growing teams.

Jenny Lyons-Cunha

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Developing sales acumen is equal parts nurturing natural talent, keeping an eye on trends and offering intentional coaching. Leaders from Box and Sprout Social explain how.

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Software engineering leaders share which bad habits coders should avoid and why clean code is crucial.

Brigid Hogan

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Sprout Social and Jellyvision share how they are prioritizing flexibility, communication and learning opportunities for their employees.

Now that flexible and remote-work policies are becoming the norm, companies are adapting their hiring practices to the virtual office.

These companies offer new employees much more than just a change of scenery.