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For Candidates
Chicago tech jobs, worth your time.
We work with Chicago's best technical employers and only reach out about roles genuinely worth a move — free, confidential, and never shared without your say-so.
Why work with us
Job searching, minus the noise.
Always free
You never pay a cent — employers cover our fee.
Confidential
Nothing is shared without your explicit go-ahead on a named role.
Local & relevant
Real Chicago roles matched to your stack and goals.
Straight talk
Honest feedback on fit, comp, and process — no ghosting.
Get on our radar.
Send your resume and we'll reach out when a role genuinely fits — discreetly, and only then.
Send Your ResumeFAQ
For candidates.
Do you charge candidates?
Never. Our service is completely free for candidates — employers pay our fee.
Is my job search confidential?
Yes. We never share your details or submit you anywhere without your explicit go-ahead on a specific role.
What kind of roles do you have?
Software engineering, IT, data, and trading-technology roles across Chicago and the suburbs — direct hire, contract, and contract-to-hire, on-site, hybrid, and remote.
How do I get started?
Email your resume to hello@chicagotechnicalrecruiter.com or send a quick note. We'll reach out when something fits — and only then.