Browse jobs Find the right job type for you Explore how we help job seekers Finance and Accounting Technology Marketing and Creative Administrative and Customer Support Legal Preview candidates Contract talent Permanent talent Learn how we work with you Executive search Finance and Accounting Technology Marketing and Creative Administrative and Customer Support Legal Technology Risk, Audit and Compliance Finance and Accounting Digital, Marketing and Customer Experience Legal Operations Human Resources 2025 Salary Guide Demand for Skilled Talent Report Building Future-Forward Tech Teams Job Market Outlook Press Room Salary and hiring trends Adaptive working Competitive advantage Work/life balance Diversity and inclusion Browse jobs Find your next hire Our locations

Systems Engineer in Chicago, IL

Systems Engineer Job Description

In addition to in-depth technical knowledge of the employer’s software and hardware, systems engineers need advanced analytical, troubleshooting and design skills. The ability to communicate with technical and nontechnical users also is essential. Employers may require extensive knowledge of the development process, including specific documentation and quality assurance. Because of the broad range of demands that systems engineers must meet, candidates who have demonstrated strong project planning skills often have an advantage. Employers generally prefer candidates with five or more years of experience working with the specific hardware and software systems used by the company, as well as a bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience.

Typical systems engineer duties:

Developing, maintaining and supporting technical infrastructure, hardware and system software componentsPerforming installation, maintenance and support of system software/hardware and user supportConfiguring, debugging and supporting multiple infrastructure platformsPerforming high-level root-cause analysis for service interruption recovery and creating preventive measures

Looking for a systems engineer or a systems engineer job in Chicago?

Search for Systems Engineer jobs in Chicago, IL or request talent now and our expert recruiters will be with you shortly.Robert Half can assist you with your systems engineer recruitment needs in Chicago.
Salary for Systems Engineer in Chicago, IL
119255 - 181170
25th percentile
119255
The candidate is new to the role and building the needed skills, experience and autonomy.
50th percentile
145485
The candidate has the experience to perform core responsibilities without direct supervision and is comfortable with the role’s processes and subject matter.
75th percentile
181170
The candidate delivers value beyond the stated job duties, has advanced qualifications and experience, and is ready for the next career level.
Projected salaries for related positions Position title 25th percentile 50th percentile 75th percentile Network/Cloud Architect 165005 205875 243390 Wireless Network Engineer 143960 175375 203435 Network/Cloud Manager 137555 172630 198555 Network/Cloud Engineer 132065 158295 185440 Network/Cloud Administrator 106140 129930 152500 Telecommunications Specialist 81435 98515 117120 NOC Technician 73810 92415 113155 IT Systems Analyst 105530 127490 157990 Systems Administrator 96075 117425 140910 Cloud Computing Analyst 111325 141825 171715

Hiring? Start here.

Access millions of skilled contract and permanent candidates at every level from support roles to C-suite, and pinpoint the talent you need using our industry-leading matching technology. Find your next hire