100 Best Places to Work in Chicago, IL 2023

"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."

"When you work at IMC, you are constantly challenged"

"Working at Belvedere is great for someone who values learning and innovation! Belvedere always encourages me to follow my interests and encourages inter team collaboration to help employees improve their skillsets as well as improve on our culture as a whole! "

"I was attracted to Chime because it is a different way of banking that actually cares about people's financial health. I have been blown away by the commitment and passion everyone here has to make that happen. My time at Chime has been one of the most rewarding in my career when I see the impact our work has on our members."

"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."

"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."

"The people at Smartly have all different backgrounds and areas of expertise, but what ties us all together is a deep passion for solving customer problems. This common ground creates a fun, collaborative and solution-oriented environment to work in!"

"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."

"The most fulfilling aspect of my role is the meaningful influence my opinions carry and the direct impact I can have on shaping the future of the company. This collaborative environment ensures that every team member's viewpoint, including mine, is not only recognized, but valued. "

"I always feel encouraged to speak up, ask questions, and share a solution. I am not restricted to just sit in front of a screen and program; I interact with product managers, account managers, tech support, and pricing analysts to the point where I can put myself in their shoes and understand their perspectives and issues as well."

"OppFi's employees thoroughly enjoy celebrating each other's accomplishments, fostering a profound sense of camaraderie and connection, even when physically apart. The clear impact of feeling celebrated and supported by our colleagues, regardless of physical proximity, serves as a powerful inspiration to show up as our authentic selves."

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

"I love working for Basis because I’m surrounded by open, honest, and intelligent people who constantly inspire me. The healthy work-life balance allows me to thrive both personally and professionally, and the freedom to test new ideas without fear of failure fosters continuous growth and innovation."

"Apex has been a great place to grow my career over the past 4 years. My manager, teammates, and leadership consistently take the time to educate, creating a strong foundation to make an impact and solve tough problems—whether for customers or internal teams."

""tms has always been more than a place to work. It’s my family, my inspiration, my innovation incubator. With warm personalities and tools to grow, here I find fulfillment in everything I do." "

"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."

"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."

"We constantly test the latest developments in AI to fully understand both its strengths and its limitations. By embedding AI into our product suite, we’re helping teams cut through the noise and tap into the collective knowledge for their organizations quickly, effectively, and intuitively."

"Vivid Seats opens the door for your advancement. It is up to everyone to use the tools given and carve their own path. Coupled with a rapidly growing environment, working at Vivid Seats is an opportunity worth taking."

"To be a part of PatientPoint, creating products that are connecting with patients which could impact their health journeys, their quality of life and their human existence is one of the most powerful contributions I’ve made in my career."

"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!"

"“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.”"

"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. "

"We tend to find the right fit for people to do the work that is most valuable to both themselves and Arcadia. Even if you are entry-level, we really look to place you in roles that best use your strengths. I don’t think most people expect that."

"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."

"Whenever someone asks me what I love most about Strata, my answer always starts with the creative freedom I get as an engineer. Innovation is one of our core engineering principles and we have a culture that embraces communication and sharing ideas."

"The autonomy with which I collaborate with people across our growing company is my favorite aspect of being on the Zoro team. I have the trust and freedom to solve fun problems daily with experts in engineering, design, supply chain, marketing, architecture, and dozens more. The bonus is having the privilege to be my true self in every interaction."

"Pangea offers the opportunity to be involved in the full design and development process. I am able to fully understand the product and architecture, while putting the best solution forward. I have added many skills that have advanced me in my career."

"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."

"I started at Wolverine fresh out of college. What I discovered was a technology driven culture that encouraged me to explore. Wolverine has opened doors to places I didn’t even know existed. And no one stands in the way of a good idea."

"Alliant fosters an inclusive and supportive workplace by embracing the totality of the human experience, acknowledging that personal experiences are strengths that can be leveraged to serve members and identify business needs."

"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. "

"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. "

"At Beyond, I feel supported, encouraged, and heard, which has led to my continued growth not only professionally but personally as well."

"Building something completely new is challenging, satisfying work, and I am proud of what we’re building here at Upside. Our product is making a real, measurable impact on people and businesses, and the team behind the scenes is beyond compare. If you want to work at a company that’s doing well while doing good, Upside should be high on your list."

"I really enjoy working at Supernova and love our team! We are a small team, but we are so effective and productive in many ways. It feels super good to ‘grow up’ with the company together – and to see how different it is day by day. "

"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"

"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."

"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." "

"The people at Kalderos thrive in an environment focused on collaboration, which set us up for success. With our diverse backgrounds and talents, we’re able to leverage our experiences and strengths to work together to succeed in a common mission."

"Leaving my previous job after nearly 9 years was a really difficult decision but the transition was easy largely due to the incredibly supportive team members here at FourKites. I am grateful everyday to be able to work with such professionals."