100 Best Large Places to Work in Chicago, IL 2024

"Engineers are given the autonomy to innovate, improve, and disrupt the industry. Moreover, there is mutual trust in our team, which facilitates a supportive atmosphere. Even when mistakes are made, our team always helps each other win."

"The vibe at the office can be described in three words: A good time. The mix of food pop-up events, meaningful developmental talks, and a ping pong tournament here and there make people come together driving a sense of purpose and belonging that I've only experienced at Chime."

"ZS does a great job of bringing DEI out in the beginning and the forefront. It shows the company's commitment—this is important, it’s not an afterthought."

"I came to DRW straight out of college with no background in finance. Since then, I’ve been learning nonstop."

"Starting at Taboola 6 months ago as an SDR has been an amazing journey! Switching careers was daunting, but the support and teamwork here are incredible. As a dad of two, the competitive pay, growth opportunities, flexible PTO and hybrid model are lifesavers—who knew work-life balance was real? Thrilled to be a Taboolar!"

"When you’re here at monday.com you’re not another cog in the machine. Everyone says that but this band of misfits actually lives it. It’s hard to put into words but if you want to feel the weight and impact of your efforts, this is the place to be."

"My career with Discover allows me to work daily with emerging, innovative technologies, and provides ample opportunities to grow my career technically and professionally."

"The support that Yext provides parents is like nothing I have experienced before. Being a father is the most important thing to me, and it's amazing to know that I can take the time I need to take care of my family."

"I get to meet and work with people across a much wider set of products and functions. I’m continuously meeting people from different departments. It’s a very cross-collaborative environment. I’m also able to leverage the experience I’ve gained in my career to much greater effect."

"Active and honest listening – Contrary to the stereotypical, extroverted sales rep, some of my most effective and insightful client interactions are when I do the least amount of talking, and the most active listening. Client insight is exponentially easier to excavate when you stop “pitching” – and start listening. "

"Grainger is a huge company with a long history. People have a ton of institutional knowledge and are still open to evolving. That means we can innovate and move fast, but do so thoughtfully and sustainably."

"I love working at Toast for various reasons. Toast is inclusive and always focused on my career growth. Also, working with restaurant owners and them telling you that you’ve made their dreams come true- words cannot explain that feeling. I love it here. "

"Enfusion is a breeding group for innovation where every employee is tasked with challenging the status quo and self-starters, who are willing to ask critical questions, thrive in this team-oriented environment."

"It's exciting working on cutting-edge technology, knowing your decisions could shape the industry. "

"Working with great people is a real daily motivator and a main contributor to my long career with Applied. I can collaborate with excellent people who are friendly, smart, and supportive."

"I've been able to work on something different and more advanced every year. Recently, I got an opportunity to take a big pivot in my career; I moved out of industrial design and into being the Manager of Inclusive Employee Experience where I lead diversity, equity and inclusion practices at the company. "

"Our people define us at West Monroe. We challenge ourselves in building solutions that address the toughest technology and business challenges and help organizations master the shift."

"It feels like a community within my team. There are people that I have formed friendships with over a short period, and they're always there when I need them. I'm always challenged to do better, learn something new, and take risks."

"I love the energy, I love the addiction to learning, I love how people appreciate one another and want them to succeed. "

"I get to work with the most passionate, talented and dedicated people I've ever met. We get stuff done and we do it with innovation and continuous improvement."

"My career at AvePoint has been such a wonderful journey. The company culture is what motivates me every day. We're a team of inspiring individuals who want to see each other succeed & will help across all facets to ensure we achieve that success."

"What I enjoy most about working at PEAK6 is the unlimited ability for growth. PEAK6 invests in young talent and truly wants you to craft your career based on what interests you most. Because of this I’ve had the opportunity to hold a variety of roles"

"What makes Adyen unique and great place to work is the tremendous amount of ownership each individual gets. Every day you help solve pivotal and complex problems, and you have the opportunity to make a true impact on the success of the company and it"

"Qualtrics is the forefront of this emerging field of Experience Management. I like how, using the newest tools in technology, Qualtrics helps researchers and companies act on their data."

"What I appreciate most is Arrive dedication to putting people first – employees, customers, and even through our philanthropic efforts, we always strive to go above and beyond as a company."

"Braze is a place where grassroots movements flourish, especially when it comes to social events. When a company has a good culture, it's not just that it's an enjoyable place to work, but that the culture compounds on itself and grows organically."

"One of the highlights of working as a Technologist at Fitch Group is that you get many opportunities to leverage the best of the breed technologies to bring products, services and solutions to life. "

"It's pretty cool to show up every day and work with people who celebrate curiosity in everything they do. I treasure the opportunity to roll up my sleeves with my colleagues, experience the challenges first-hand, and contribute to solutions."

"Realtor.com has been extremely supportive of my career aspirations. I started as a Customer Success Representative and am now a Senior Manager within the Customer Care organization. "

"Being an MDP offers me the flexibility to change to a completely new role, in fact, I just moved into my current role from being a back-end developer on the Data Services team. It also provides me with the added benefit of pursuing side projects." "

"I think that Tempus is great because I see a lot of potential for everyone. Because it's a new company, I think that we find new needs to fulfill what people are interested working on, but also fulfill their goals and also help us achieve our goals."

"Not only do I get to work with very talented folks, but the problems we solve every day have a high company impact."

"Working remotely is a game changer for me. I don't have to leave work an hour early so that I can get my children from day care. Flexible work arrangements are a must for someone like me who takes care of immediate and external family. "

"“Grubhub is a company with a strong sense of purpose. Our decisions are data-driven and we strike a balance of process and flexibility, which allows for new ideas as well as efficiency.""

"Enova provides an open and supportive environment that allows employees to proactively grow and develop. Leaders and mentors motivate team members to discover a better way to do the work. Here you can find yourself surrounded by talented, inspiring people."

"Intelsat’s position at the forefront of innovation in the global connectivity industry gives me an opportunity to learn and develop new skills."

"At Cat Digital, we are building a world-class digital platform with a great team. I get to solve the industry’s toughest problems using the latest cloud-native technologies. Plus, whenever I see Cat equipment, I feel proud of what I do!"

""I get the opportunity to work with people across departments to improve finance operations and achieve business goals. No two days are ever the same! At the end of each day, I feel I've contributed to the success of our organization""

"I get to work with different managers, different teams, and different departments. There is so much room to grow here while impacting on the daily lives of customers and Crew members. I will rely on these relationships for the rest of my career!"

"I get to work with some of the most diverse and talented people from IT, product, and engineering teams around the world. I also get to work with cutting-edge technology, which gives me a very rewarding experience with good opportunity for growth."

"“The mindset is that we care about people, and that at every level of the company, we care about making something impactful for the customers—it’s hugely empowering.”"

"Aside from the incredible people I work with, I love how our company is deeply rooted in our higher purpose. We truly run, in every aspect, so that the life of our customers, suppliers, dealers and consumers throughout the world can leap forward."

"One of my favorite things about GoHealth is the people I interact with on a day-to-day basis. Every conversation I have is so thoughtful and invigorating, and it really helps me stay motivated"

"We foster an amazing environment where our culture and values are weaved with cutting edge technology and trends to provide our clients innovative ways to cultivate their dreams, and ours. "

"You never know what sort of opportunities are out there if you don’t try! And don’t be afraid of making mistakes, it’s one of the best ways to learn!"

"Everyone is really friendly and supports each other to ensure the team as a whole succeeds. We use state-of-the-art technologies, and we have high standards for code quality. I've grown a lot as a developer in just a short amount of time"

"Work-life balance is fantastic. I start and end each day at whatever time best fits my personal and work schedule. If something comes up where I need to alter my usual schedule, everyone is always very accommodating."

"I come to work every day expecting to solve problems and laugh heartily. I have yet to be disappointed."

"We are inspired by the work and effort our clients put to grow their business in a responsible and sustainable way that will contribute to a positive impact in the world, which in turn also fulfils our mission: to make the world a safer place. "

"The commitment to recognizing hard work and supporting passionate employees has enabled me to take on increasingly challenging roles. TravelPerk's culture of promoting from within has been key to my professional development and success, allowing me to progress from a Sales Executive to a Senior Manager in Supplier Relations within just three years."

"I've had the opportunity to work as both an individual contributor and in leadership here at Intercom. I can honestly say that the potential for career growth has been unmatched. "

"Dotdash is a highly collaborative, strategic, and user-centric environment. Every day we solve interesting problems together with kind and talented people. A place where diverse perspectives are valued and encouraged."

"I joined CNA in 2018 as Administrative Assistant to the Healthcare Underwriting business unit after a career shift. I then accepted a position in the Healthcare Underwriting Trainee Program, where I learned how to fulfill our insured’s needs, collabo"

""A few women on the cyber team recommended that we increase the number of women in leadership roles. Within a month, management hired an incredible and inspiring female leader. “"

"Since my first day at Green Thumb, the leadership team quickly empowered me to help drive the business. My scope has rapidly increased, & I now manage a large team that significantly influences the company’s strategy & operations. I’ve been able to sharpen my leadership skills while learning about the cannabis category, learning lessons every day!"