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Job DescriptionThe Systems Engineer reflects the mission, vision, and values of NM, adheres to the organization’s Code of Ethics and Corporate Compliance Program, and complies with all relevant policies, procedures, guidelines and all other regulatory and accreditation standards.
Job Description
Systems Engineers for Chicago, IL location. Provides technical leadership and support for computing
systems and systems integration on cross functional project work and T3 support for healthcare system.
Conducts, analyzes, recommends and presents performance and/or capacity analysis to assure systems
reliability. Determines strategy and leads support for system-to-network connectivity and interfacing to
assure stable integration of the NMHC distributed system IT environment. Reviews technology projects,
analyzes business requirements, recommends system changes, writes technical specifications, and
implements system changes to address changing application requirements. Leads on-going process to
integrate vendor, manufacturer, and point-expertise technical knowledge. Provides mentoring and acts as
resource for others on the team as well as application teams. Establishes standards, policies, and procedures
for local area networks. Creates and maintaining policy and SME documentation. Works directly with
project managers to understand application objectives, develop scope of project, outline effort projections,
determine schedules, and finalize plans. Develops project plans to direct technology activities either in
support of application projects or as independent work activities. Contributes to IS Knowledge Repository.
Provides on-call support. Tech: Power BI; Fabric; MS Power Platform. Experience must include: Sharepoint,
PowerShell, Azure DevOps, CI/CD, SDLC, Microsoft Azure, REST API, Microsoft 365 Suite, SQL, Data
Gateways.
Required Skills:
Bachelor’s degree in Information Systems or related field plus 3 years of experience in IT systems
required. Required: 3 years experience with: healthcare systems support; Power BI; Fabric; MS Power
Platform. Experience must include: Sharepoint, PowerShell, Azure DevOps, CI/CD, SDLC, Microsoft
Azure, REST API, Microsoft 365 Suite, SQL, Data Gateways. Background and drug test required. Hybrid
requires 2 days/wk on premises. Must be available for rotational 24hr on-call support, includes holidays
and weekends. $93,933/yr-$119,288/yr + Benefits: https://jobs.nm.org/benefits.
LMT91201D
Additional InformationAll your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.
Northwestern Medicine is an equal opportunity employer (disability, VETS) and does not discriminate in hiring or employment on the basis of age, sex, race, color, religion, national origin, gender identity, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation or any other protected status.
Background Check
Northwestern Medicine conducts a background check that includes criminal history on newly hired team members and, at times, internal transfers. If you are offered a position with us, you will be required to complete an authorization and disclosure form that gives Northwestern Medicine permission to run the background check. Results are evaluated on a case-by-case basis, and we follow all local, state, and federal laws, including the Illinois Health Care Worker Background Check Act.
Artificial Intelligence Disclosure
Artificial Intelligence (AI) tools may be used in some portions of the candidate review process for this position, however, all employment decisions will be made by a person.
Benefits
We offer a wide range of benefits that provide employees with tools and resources to improve their physical, emotional, and financial well-being while providing protection for unexpected life events. Please visit our Benefits section to learn more.
Sign-on Bonus Eligibility (if sign-on bonus offered for position): Internal employees and rehires who left Northwestern Medicine within 1 year are not eligible for the sign on bonus. Exception: New graduate internal employees seeking their first licensed clinical position at NM may be eligible depending upon the job family.
Skills Required
- Bachelor's degree in Information Systems or a related field
- At least 3 years of experience in IT systems
- At least 3 years of experience supporting healthcare systems
- At least 3 years of experience with Power BI
- At least 3 years of experience with Microsoft Fabric
- At least 3 years of experience with Microsoft Power Platform
- Experience with SharePoint
- Experience with PowerShell
- Experience with Azure DevOps
- Experience with CI/CD
- Experience with SDLC
- Experience with Microsoft Azure
- Experience with REST APIs
- Experience with Microsoft 365 Suite
- Experience with SQL
- Experience with Data Gateways
- Successful background check
- Successful drug test
- Availability for rotational 24-hour on-call support, including holidays and weekends
- Ability to work onsite two days per week in Chicago, Illinois
Northwestern Medicine Compensation & Benefits Highlights
The following summarizes recurring compensation and benefits themes identified from responses generated by popular LLMs to common candidate questions about Northwestern Medicine and has not been reviewed or approved by Northwestern Medicine.
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Healthcare Strength — Health coverage includes comprehensive medical, dental, and vision options, alongside a no‑cost EAP and wellness resources. Employer‑paid short‑ and long‑term disability further strengthens protection during illness or injury.
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Parental & Family Support — Paid parental and maternity leave at full base pay is available for eligible employees, supporting bonding time. Onsite childcare at select campuses and family‑oriented resources add practical support.
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Retirement Support — The retirement plan features an employer match after a service period, supporting long‑term savings. Basic life and AD&D coverage at no cost enhance financial security for families.
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What We Do
Northwestern Medicine is the collaboration between Northwestern Memorial HealthCare and Northwestern University Feinberg School of Medicine around a strategic vision to transform the future of healthcare. It encompasses the research, teaching, and patient care activities of the academic medical center.

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