Best Places to Work in Chicago in 2026

"The work life balance at pricefx is one of the best I've had in my career. My team understands that having two young children takes a lot of time outside the typical 9-5 hours. "

"It depends on where we are in a given release cycle. We operate under an Agile SDLC, so there's many different pieces of the puzzle you could be on any given day - every day is different. But at the end of the day our developers are really being hands-on and implementing business features that can go out to our customers on a regular basis."

"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."

"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 has been a great company to experience constant growth and challenge. I started in engineering documentation control and moved from quality engineering and global high impact problem-solving roles to my current design engineering role."

"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 joined the company in 2014, and I was lucky to be an early employee and see the company grow through so many different stages. It's just unreal when you have a job that actually makes a difference in the world."

"In Compliance Engineering, we work across all product teams and have the space to really understand how new features will improve the lives of customers. Since all data streams to us, we can design systems that solve entire categories of problems, like visualizing money flow, cryptocurrencies, and stopping bad actors from causing harm."

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

"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!"

"Remote-first allows for more time for the things that matter to employees. Not commuting to an office (unless you count walking to the spare room I work in) leaves so much time for things that fulfill my life outside of work, which then fuels the way I show up to work. "

"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."

"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 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."

"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."

"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."

"Words to describe the engineering culture at Dropbox are talented, innovative, breakneck speed. We do a lot here with really talented engineers. You get to understand what a high bar it is, how interesting the projects are that people work on, both internally and externally."

"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."

"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."

"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 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."

""Joining Square has been the best professional decision of my career. I always knew I had a passion for helping others. Being on the Account Management Team allows me to be my authentic self AND be a powerful purpose of global economic empowerment.""

"I believe the work we are doing here at VelocityEHS is positively impacting workers across the globe. Nothing excites me more when our customers share how all of their hard work is improving workplace safety & culture. It's more than software, it's people, and we get to play a small part in making workplaces safer each day we show up. "

"The most exciting part about the technology transformation within PwC has been the level of commitment at every level of the firm. And one of those examples is the digital accelerator program. It allows people to teach others about ways to use technology and improve the way they do things. "

"I appreciate the amount of energy that goes into cultivating individuals here. Fusion shares my belief that people are the most important investment and the willingness to support personal growth is unmatched by any other company I've worked for."

"Our business plan reflects the change in products DFIN is selling today versus what we sell in five years. DFIN today is a company that offers a lot of professional services that we added software to, but the goal is to become a SaaS company that has services to support it. "

"I love working at Atlassian because my work contributions are celebrated by my team and I can see how my work aligns with the company's mission."

"Our culture gives engineers the freedom to explore new ideas while providing the guardrails they need to innovate safely. We've built a culture where learning is part of our operating model. Engineers are highly encouraged to conduct PoCs, participate in technical deep dives, and Software Engineering guilds or speaker series to share learnings. We focus on learning cycles, not just outcomes, which helps us evolve quickly while maintaining high engineering standards. "

"I’ve really enjoyed my time at Vail because of Vail’s dedication to bettering their product by bettering their engineers. Continuous learning is supported via book clubs, self-learning programs, and biweekly meetings to share new ideas and technology"

"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."

"What I love most about working at Vibes is the culture. The people here are so helpful and everyone is treated with respect. Opinions are heard and valued. Hard work is acknowledged. The company cares about its employees, and it shows!"

"At Snap, we are able to unlock the power of best-in-class applied research in data science, where your work has the potential to shape and enhance the experiences of hundreds of millions of users globally."

"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."

"Prosodica stands out for balancing cutting-edge technology with genuine human connection. We build meaningful solutions together, and the company’s focus on growth, support, and open communication has helped me become more confident and capable in my role."

"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. "

"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."

""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." "

"The moment I started at Lessen, I was impressed with the continuous effort to improve the culture in the office. From creating space via forums where individuals can realize their full potential as they are to fantastic events that build trust, togetherness, and just plain fun!"

"I was so excited to join a team that welcomed me with open arms and has helped get me ramped up quickly. I appreciate how people are quick to raise their hands and take ownership of different projects. "

"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. "

"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."

"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."

"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."

"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."

"My favorite part of Hireology’s culture is our high-trust teams. We share information easily, we extend support to one another, we’re not afraid to take up challenging work, and we don’t worry about other team members letting us down. "

"The people at Bringg make me feel I can bring my genuine self to work each day. I feel adequately challenged, supported, and appreciated. The people I’ve encountered here are some of the most passionate and high-energy people I’ve been around."

"The culture at OpenX is unmatched! While our teams work diligently in supporting our business goals, everyone at OpenX also works authentically in helping each other reach their individual goals."

"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. "

"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."