1,679 Software Design Engineer Jobs in Chicago, IL

“Great Environment”

Pros:  “-Very collegial and flexible hours -Competitive pay I worked with a great team of people led by competent mid-level and senior managers. Most people were very smart and…”

Cons:  “-Few advancement opportunities -A tendency to get stuck working on the same project/group of projects for a prolonged period -- not enough flexibility to move…” – Full Review

“Old school workplace, not fresh or innovative.”

Pros:  “- Very nice, normal people - Usually realistic expectations as to what can be done - Management is personable - Christmas Bonuses! (also hide your yearly bonus as such…”

Cons:  “- Pay is usually 10%-20% below market - Very little opportunity for advancement within the company. People have the same job for 20yrs. - Generally, when they…” – Full Review

“No other place like it!”

Pros:  “Unlimited Earning potential Incredible support from co workers and management”

Cons:  “Must be self motivated, Not a 9 - 5 job” – Full Review

“Those were the days my friend...”

Pros:  “Great people and demanding customers”

Cons:  “Heads are in the sand” – Full Review

“Those were the days my friend...”

Pros:  “Great people and demanding customers”

Cons:  “Heads are in the sand” – Full Review

“Best search firm to work for in the Cleveland area”

Pros:  “Higher commission rates, understanding bosses, development opportunities, freedom to do your job.”

Cons:  “Cubicles / workspace could be nicer” – Full Review

“Great company - left due to some slightly bad luck”

Pros:  “I was free for almost the entirety of my time at MStar to propose the best solutions to problems, and then apply those ideals to what could actually be accomplished within…”

Cons:  “Can't think of any except to ask potential colleagues during the interview process about their direct management chain. 95% are great to deal with. If those folks…” – Full Review

“Depending on the boss, it's an okay place to work”

Pros:  “Wellpoint provides a work from home program but it's all dependent on your boss. The company allows employees to wear jeans 5 days a week if they wish.”

Cons:  “Management are only interested in managing up but not down. IT values the outsource help more then their own employees. Teams are built virtually and everything…” – Full Review