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Lead Python Developer Jobs in Illinois, United States
430+ lead python developer jobs from 260+ companies hiring in Illinois, United States.
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Staff Analytics Engineer - US (Remote)
United States
$180k-$220k/yr RemoteFull Time
8+ YOE8+ years in analytics/data engineering; strong SQL, dbt, Snowflake; data architecture; lead analytics initiatives; collaborate with stakeholders.
dbt, SQL, Python, Snowflake, Airflow, Sigma, Hex
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Principal Product Analytics Engineer
United States
$195k-$312k/yr RemoteFull Time
12+ YOELead architecture of product analytics data ecosystem; build scalable data infrastructure; collaborate across product and engineering teams.
Amazon S3, Airflow, dbt, Snowflake, Hex, Sigma, Amplitude, Python, SQL, Claude, Cursor, ChatGPT, MCP
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Senior Information Engineer Manager
Schaumburg, Illinois, United States
OnsiteFull Time
7+ YOE3+ MgmtLead design and management of security controls; oversee IAM, MFA, SSO; implement malware protection, DLP, and vulnerability management.
IAM, MFA, SSO, PAM, EDR, XDR, DLP, PACS, Terraform, Python, PowerShell, Bash, SAML, OAuth 2.0, OIDC, PKI
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Associate Forward Deployed Engineer (L3)
United States
RemoteFull Time
1+ YOE1-5+ years in forward deployed, solutions architect, or related roles; able to lead enterprise technical engagements; proficient with AWS/Azure/GCP; strong debugging and API/integration skills.
AWS, Azure, GCP, Python, Go, TypeScript, IAM, APIs
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Senior Managed Services Engineer
United States
$65k-$105k/yr RemoteFull Time
7+ YOE7-10 years of enterprise network engineering in managed services; strong SD-WAN and SASE expertise; experience with Cato, Fortinet, Versa, Cisco Meraki; UCaaS (MetaSwitch); ability to mentor engineers and lead network transformations.
SD-WAN, SASE, Cato Networks, Fortinet FortiGate, FortiManager, FortiSASE, Versa Networks, Cisco Meraki, MetaSwitch, UCaaS, ZTNA, WAN optimization, Python, Ansible, RESTful APIs
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Senior/Lead Data Scientist (Supply Chain)
Plano or United States
RemoteFull Time
8+ YOE8+ years in Data Science or analytics; strong Python with NumPy/Pandas/SciPy/scikit-learn; PySpark; supply chain domain experience; model development lifecycle; strong communication.
Python, PySpark, NumPy, Pandas, SciPy, scikit-learn
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Software Engineering Manager
United States
$139k-$174k/yr RemoteFull Time
10+ YOE3+ Mgmt10+ years in software development, 3+ years in management; Agile/Scrum; Java, Python, SQL; SOA and scalable architectures; AI impact on SDLC; Bachelor’s in CS or CE; willing to lead onshore and offshore teams.
Java, Python, SQL, Spring Boot
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Embedded Software Development Manager
Toronto or United States
RemoteFull Time
5+ YOE3+ Mgmt5+ years embedded software, 3+ years leading software teams, strong C/C++/Python, embedded Linux/bare-metal, cross-functional leadership.
C, C++, Python, Embedded Linux, Bare-metal
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Engineering Manager, Data Science (Remote, Continental United States)
Arlington or United States
RemoteFull Time
5+ YOE5+ MgmtLead data science teams; hands-on DS; Python/SQL; cloud; Agile; bachelor in quantitative field; ability to obtain Public Trust.
Python, SQL, Azure, AWS, GCP, Machine Learning Frameworks
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Senior Manager - Software Engineering - TeraWave
United States or California or Washington
$197k-$276k/yr RemoteFull Time
5+ YOE5+ Mgmt5+ years leading software engineering teams; proven scalable production systems; strong CS fundamentals; experience with GitLab, Kubernetes, CI/CD, Next.js, Python; cloud (AWS, Azure, GCP).
GitLab, Kubernetes, CI/CD, Next.js, Python, AWS, Azure, Google Cloud Platform
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Engineering Manager, Product Experience (PX)
United States
$145k-$217k/yr RemoteFull Time
Istari Digital: Provides digital engineering software for aerospace and defense industries.
8+ YOE3+ Mgmt8+ years software engineering; 3+ years leading teams; customer-facing product work; strong JS/TS (React, Node.js); Python or Go backend; AI-enabled features; secure or regulated environments.
JavaScript, TypeScript, React, Node.js, Python, Go, LLMs
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Director of Scientific Affairs
United States
RemoteFull Time
5+ YOE3+ MgmtPh.D. or equivalent; proven grant writing; experience leading RCTs; publications; Python/R; SQL; bridge academia and health-tech.
Python, R, SQL, Cloud-Based Data Warehouse, AI Platforms
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Manager, Analytics & Reporting
United States
$107k-$145k/yr RemoteFull Time
5+ YOE2+ MgmtLead analysts team; develop client reporting; analyze health data; strong SQL & Python; present to diverse audiences.
SQL, Python
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Engineering Manager
North America
RemoteFull Time
Plata: Digital banking platform providing credit cards and financial services.
3+ YOE3+ Mgmt3+ years leading engineering teams; AI/ML or data-driven engineering experience; hands-on development background; ability to translate product requirements into technical solutions; strong cross-team communication; English proficiency of at least B1.
AI, Backend, Cloud, Python, SQL
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Senior Machine Learning Research Scientist
United States
$200k-$220k/yr RemoteFull Time
Lead ML research and development, deploy models, collaborate with engineers and clinicians; strong deep learning, MLOps, and publication track record.
PyTorch, Python, JAX, GitHub, Snowflake, Huggingface Transformers, AWS Sagemaker, Microsoft DeepSpeed, TorchTune, Apache Airflow, SLURM, Kubernetes
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Research Scientist
United Kingdom or United States
RemoteFull Time
PhD in a quantitative field; strong online research methods; lead research projects; proficiency in R, Python, or Qualtrics; self-driven; high output; based in US East Coast or UK.
R, Python, Qualtrics
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Senior Quantitative Finance Analyst
Chicago or Jersey City or Pennington
$125k-$210k/yr OnsiteFull Time
5+ YOELead development of market risk models, analyze risk, and collaborate with stakeholders. Strong Python, 5+ years of experience in pricing or market risk models; degree in quantitative field.
Python
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Senior Director Data Science
United States
$203k-$231k/yr RemoteFull Time
10+ YOE5+ Mgmt10+ years software development; 5+ years ETL Spark; 5+ years leading distributed teams; strong Spark, Python, Scala, SQL; cloud experience (Azure/AWS).
Databricks, Spark, PySpark, Scala, Python, SQL, UNIX shell scripting, Azure, AWS, Snowflake, Synapse, Google BigQuery, Ab Initio, Hadoop, HBase, Data Modeling, Database Design, SDLC methodologies
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Principal Engineering Manager
United States
$160k-$425k/yr RemoteFull Time
11+ YOE5+ Mgmt11+ years in software engineering or related field; experience leading distributed systems and AI infrastructure; strong people leadership.
C, C++, C#, Java, JavaScript, Go, Ruby, Rust, Python
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Principal API Architect
United States
RemoteAll Commitments Available
10+ YOELead API architecture for 4G/5G exposure; design and govern NEF/SCEF/CAMARA APIs; drive API standards and security.
Java, Kotlin, Go, Python, TypeScript, Node.js, C++, OpenAPI, REST, GraphQL, gRPC, OAuth2, mTLS, JWT, Cloud, Kubernetes, Containers, Service Mesh
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(Senior) Engineering Manager, Platform/Back End
United States
$200k-$240k/yr RemoteFull Time
3+ YOE3+ Mgmt3-5+ years of engineering management leading backend/platform teams; strong backend engineer; API-driven systems; distributed systems; production backend architecture; startup growth experience.
React, Golang, Python, PostgreSQL, Docker, OpenSearch, AWS
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Manager, Engineering | QA
Seattle or Remote or United States
$170k-$180k/yr RemoteFull Time
6+ YOE2+ Mgmt7+ years in software quality engineering; 2+ years leading QA teams; BS in CS or related field; strong SDLC/CI/CD, automation strategy, cross-functional influence.
Python, Selenium, BDD/Behave, CI/CD, Test automation frameworks, AWS, Azure
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Head of Decision Intelligence
United States
RemoteFull Time
7+ YOE2+ Mgmt7+ years in data/analytics with 2+ years leading teams; expert SQL and Python; build agentic, autonomous data systems; founder mindset; experience with usage-based SaaS metrics; hands-on data infra development.
SQL, Python, dbt, Hex
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Engineering Manager, Billing
United States
$125k-$178k/yr RemoteFull Time
12+ YOE5+ Mgmt12+ years software development; 5+ years leading cross-functional architecture; expert Java; polyglot Python/Node.js/VB6; SOX/PCI-DSS; distributed systems; data-driven problem solving; coaching; change management.
Java, Python, Node.js, VB6, SQL
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Research Associate II - NE
Chicago, Illinois, United States
$30-$49/hr OnsitePart Time
3+ YOEExtensive biomedical research training; advanced statistics; ability to lead and communicate results; manage lab activities.
Matlab, Python, R, Statistical Analysis
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AI Sustainability Consultant (Remote, Remote, US)
United States
$100k-$120k/yr RemoteFull Time
7+ YOEExperience leading sustainability consulting engagements, client relations, project management, and developing sustainability strategies.
Python, R, SQL, PowerBI
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Director, MDM Integrations (Chicago) (Chicago, IL, US)
Chicago, Illinois, United States
$160k-$175k/yr OnsiteFull Time
5+ YOE5+ Mgmt5-7+ years leading data engineering teams; financial services and cloud (AWS/Azure); strong AWS expertise; AI/ML in engineering; strong Python and API development; REST/GraphQL; ETL/ELT pipelines; data governance/tools; product-led delivery and stakeholder communication.
AWS, Python, PostgreSQL, Redshift, Kafka, Kafka/MSK, S3, Glue, RDS/Aurora, Airflow, API Development, FastAPI, GitHub, Kubernetes, Redis
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Senior Health Services Researcher- Remote
United States
RemoteFull Time
3+ YOELead health services research using EMR/EHR, claims data; strong biostatistics/epidemiology; experience with primary care, FQHCs; leadership and grant experience.
Python, SAS, Stata, R, Machine Learning, NLP
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Senior Director Data Science
Chicago, Illinois, United States
$162k-$300k/yr OnsiteFull Time
11+ YOE4+ MgmtLead data science initiatives; manage analysts; develop predictive models; drive data-driven decisions.
Python, SQL, R, Machine Learning, Data Visualization, Excel, PowerPoint, Hadoop, Spark
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Market & Business Intelligence Manager
Reston or Atlanta or Austin or Baltimore or Boston or Chicago or Dallas or Houston or Los Angeles or Miami or Minneapolis or Philadelphia or Phoenix or Raleigh or San Diego or Seattle or Short Hills or Washington DC or Wilmington
$113k-$165k/yr HybridFull Time
8+ YOELead analytics team; develop analytics strategy; collaborate with senior leaders; strong leadership and data analytics skills.
Azure, Fabric, Python, R, SQL, Power BI, Tableau
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Principal Research Scientist – Value Based Payment Expert
Washington or Chicago
$171k-$220k/yr HybridFull Time
12+ YOE5+ MgmtSenior health policy researcher with 12+ years in value-based payment models; 5+ years leading projects; expertise in Medicare/Medicaid policy and CMS programs; strong communication and leadership skills.
Python, SQL, Stata, SAS, R
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Principal Research Scientist – Vision AI, Simulation & Physical AI
United States
$350k-$400k/yr RemoteFull Time
5+ YOEPhD in Computer Science, Robotics, ML, CV, autonomous systems; 5+ years research; strong publications; lead large-scale AI research; proficiency in PyTorch/JAX and AI hardware; mentorship experience.
PyTorch, JAX, Hugging Face, xFormers, Isaac Sim, MuJoCo, OpenUSD/Omniverse, Open3D, Python, Ray, FastAPI, Docker, Kubernetes, Triton, TensorRT, Weights & Biases
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Engineering Manager
United States or Canada or New Zealand
$150k-$190k/yr RemoteFull Time
5+ YOE2+ Mgmt5+ years software development; 2+ years leading a team; API experience; strong communication; interest in AI/LLMs.
Python, MySQL, React, AWS, OpenAI, Anthropic
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Data Engineering Associate Director (Microsoft Fabric & Databricks)
Chicago, Illinois, United States
$162k-$276k/yr HybridFull Time
9+ YOELead data engineering initiatives using Microsoft Fabric and Databricks; manage client engagements; mentor teams; develop data strategies.
Microsoft Fabric, Azure Databricks, Power BI, SQL, Python, Spark, Git, Microsoft Purview, Azure Storage, Azure DevOps
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Director of Analytics
Oak Brook, Illinois, United States
$154k-$196k/yr OnsiteFull Time
8+ YOE3+ MgmtLead enterprise analytics for healthcare cost trend; develop predictive models; guide data strategy and governance; build high-performing team.
SQL, Python, R, Power BI, Tableau
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Allowance for Loan Losses Manager
United States
$119k-$188k/yr RemoteFull Time
10+ YOELead ACL production, analyze drivers of losses, develop qualitative adjustments, ensure GAAP/regulatory compliance, document processes, manage staff.
Python, SQL, Alteryx
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Senior Associate, Commercial Finance and Economics
Chicago, Illinois, United States
$125k-$140k/yr OnsiteFull Time
4+ YOELead financial modeling and analysis for utility-scale energy projects; develop business cases; assess market and regulatory risks; collaborate with cross-functional teams.
Excel, VBA, Pivot tables, Lookups, Macros, PowerPoint, MATLAB, Python
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Sr. Engineering Manager Digital AI
Chicago or Waukesha
$152k-$228k/yr HybridFull Time
4+ YOELead cross-functional AI/software teams; drive digital AI product development; 4+ years in complex tech products (8+ with BS) and proven leadership.
Python, Machine Learning, AI, Software Engineering, Cloud
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Engineering Manager - Application Development
United States
$150k-$180k/yr RemoteFull Time
Lead two cross-functional teams; remote US; strong technical background; experience with Java Spring Boot, Python FastAPI, React, and healthcare tech; guide architectural decisions.
Java Spring Boot, Python FastAPI, React, MongoDB, Relational datastore, AWS
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Director of Engineering
United States
$195k-$215k/yr RemoteFull Time
8+ YOE3+ Mgmt8+ years in software with 5+ years as IC; 3+ years leading distributed teams; strong Ruby on Rails; SaaS enterprise experience; AI-first development experience; cloud, data, and architecture focus.
AWS, Elasticsearch, Unix, Redis, Node.js, Python, SQL, Play Framework
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