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."

"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."

"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."

"Starting at Taboola as an SDR and working my way to a sales manager 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."

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

"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. "

"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 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."

"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"

"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."

"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."

"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."

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

"“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!"

"“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."

"OCC does a great job of celebrating everyone, and it's wonderful to see how people of different backgrounds, cultures, and lifestyles come together to celebrate."

"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!"

"When I first joined Sprout, I could count the entire Sales team on one hand. Since then, my career has taken a variety of paths, from training and enablement to assisting our Sales team from a strategic perspective as a Solutions Engineer. Thanks to a workplace environment that fosters growth, I’ve been able to advance my career at Sprout."

"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. "

"What makes sales here so special is the mix of a product you believe in and a team that's both high-performing and genuinely supportive. Everyone wants to see each other succeed, and that blend of drive and teamwork makes it a great place to grow."

"People Inc. 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. “"