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C++ Software Engineer salaries in Chicago, IL

Pay ranges employers published in 22 open job postings for C++ Software Engineer roles in Chicago, IL, updated Nov 14, 2026.

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Newest C++ Software Engineer postings in Chicago, IL

  1. C++ Software EngineerInvictus Technology · Chicago, IL · $100K–$120K/yr · Posted Nov 11, 2026
  2. Senior C++ Software Engineer – Real Time TradingWolverine Trading · Chicago, IL · $100K–$140K/yr · Posted Nov 10, 2026
  3. New Grad C++ Software EngineerWolverine Trading · Chicago, IL · $80K–$120K/yr · Posted Nov 9, 2026
  4. C++ Software Engineer – WEXWolverine Trading · Chicago, IL · $100K–$140K/yr · Posted Nov 7, 2026
  5. Entry Level C++ Software Engineer (December 2026 Graduates)Wolverine Trading · Chicago, IL · $80K–$120K/yr · Posted Nov 7, 2026
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C++ Software Engineer pay in other places

  1. United States$140K median, $110K–$170K typical, 120 postingsUnited States: middle half $110K–$170K, median $140K
  2. Illinois$120K median, $115K–$163K typical, 26 postingsIllinois: middle half $115K–$163K, median $120K
  3. Ohio$90.6K median, $90.6K–$114K typical, 18 postingsOhio: middle half $90.6K–$114K, median $90.6K
  4. California$168K median, $148K–$170K typical, 17 postingsCalifornia: middle half $148K–$170K, median $168K
  5. United Kingdom£57.5K median, £44K–£65K typical, 12 postings
  6. New York$188K median, $175K–$215K typical, 12 postingsNew York: middle half $175K–$215K, median $188K
  7. New York City, NY$213K median, $175K–$238K typical, 11 postingsNew York City, NY: middle half $175K–$238K, median $213K
  8. Beavercreek, OH$90.6K median, $90.6K–$114K typical, 11 postingsBeavercreek, OH: middle half $90.6K–$114K, median $90.6K

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Questions and answers

How much does a C++ Software Engineer make in Chicago, IL?

The median posted base pay for C++ Software Engineer jobs in Chicago, IL is $120K a year, from 22 job postings with pay at 9 companies.

What is the typical C++ Software Engineer pay range in Chicago, IL?

The middle half of postings list $110K–$185K. The top 10% list $213K a year or more, and the lowest 10% $100K or less.

How does Chicago, IL pay compare with all C++ Software Engineer jobs?

The median here is $120K, against $140K across all 149 postings for the role.

How many C++ Software Engineer jobs in Chicago, IL list pay?

22 open postings at 9 companies list a pay range; figures use postings with at least 3 per group.

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