Data engineer jobs in Plainfield, IL and nearby (15 jobs)

Data engineer jobs within 25 miles of Plainfield, IL. Nearby towns and cities are included. Distances are straight-line, not driving distances.

Counted Nov 8, 2026

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Open jobs: 15
Employers: 12

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Employers hiring include Apex Systems (2), BMO Financial Group (2), Railroad Retirement Board (2).

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Added 3 days ago
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IT Specialist (Data Engineer)
Railroad Retirement Board
Joliet, IL
- $90,925 to $118,204 USD / year
…responsible for designing, building, and maintaining scalable data pipelines and infrastructure to collect, store, process, and deliver large datasets in support of the agency's…
Added 3 days ago
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IT Specialist (Data Engineer)
Railroad Retirement Board
Joliet, IL
- $90,925 to $118,204 USD / year
…responsible for designing, building, and maintaining scalable data pipelines and infrastructure to collect, store, process, and deliver large datasets in support of the agency's…
Added 8 days ago
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Sr Data Engineer 1
Exelon
OAKBROOK TERRACE, IL
- $104,800 USD / year
Added 9 days ago
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Data Engineer
Robert Half
Naperville, IL
- $120,000 to $140,000 USD / year
We are looking for an experienced Data Engineer to join our team in Illinois. This role is suited for a self-directed, technically strong individual who can navigate complex data…
Added 11 days ago
Senior Data Engineer - Reporting Automation & AI
BMO Financial Group
Naperville, IL
The Senior Data Engineer - Reporting Automation & AI designs, develops, and maintains automated reporting solutions that improve the efficiency, accuracy, and scalability of risk-reporting…
Added 12 days ago
Senior Data Engineer
Merastar Insurance Company
Downers Grove, IL
Added 16 days ago
Senior Data Engineer - Reporting Automation & AI
BMO Financial Group
Naperville, IL
The Senior Data Engineer - Reporting Automation & AI designs, develops, and maintains automated reporting solutions that improve the efficiency, accuracy, and scalability of risk-reporting…
Added 18 days ago
Senior Data Engineer
Apex Systems
Lemont, IL
Added 22 days ago
Senior Data Engineer
Apex Systems
Lemont, IL
Senior Data Engineer (No sponsorship available)
Added 22 days ago
Data Engineer
The Joint Commission
Oakbrook Terrace, IL
The Data Engineer is responsible for designing, developing, and optimizing enterprise data pipelines and data
Added 22 days ago
Senior Data Engineer / Databricks / AI / Chicagoland Area
Kelly Services
Oak Brook, IL
A rapidly growing enterprise organization in the automotive technology and distribution space is seeking a Data Engineer to join its team in Oak Brook, Illinois. This full-time role offers…
Added 23 days ago
Data Engineer Lead
DS Technologies Inc
Lisle, IL
Added 26 days ago
Senior Data Engineer & Data Scientist – Commercial Intelligence
International Motors, LLC
Lisle, IL
We have an exciting opportunity for a Senior Data Engineer & Data Scientist – Commercial Intelligence to help build the
Added 27 days ago
Senior Data Engineer
Cohort AI Inc
Naperville, IL
At Cohort AI, We’re looking for a Senior Data Engineer to help build and scale the data infrastructure behind our platform. You’ll work hands-on with large and complex healthcare datasets,…
Added 28 days ago
Senior Staff Data Engineer
RBGlobal
Westchester, IL
IAA is seeking a Senior Staff Data Engineer to be a senior individual contributor and technical leader within our data engineering function. This is a hands-on, deeply technical role for an…

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KeHE Distributors, LLC

Data Engineer

Naperville, IL, United States

$78,210 USD / year

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Pay: $78,210 USD / year
Closing date: Oct 30, 2026
Posting language: English
Posted: Sep 22, 2026

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Why Work for KeHE?

Full-time
Pay Range: $78,210.00/Yr. - $114,648.00/Yr.
Shift Days: , Shift Time:
Benefits on Day 1
Health/Rx
Dental
Vision
Flexible and health spending accounts (FSA/HSA)
Supplemental life insurance
401(k)
Paid time off
Paid sick time
Short term & long term disability coverage (STD/LTD)
Employee stock ownership (ESOP)
Holiday pay for company designated holidays

Overview

At KeHE, we’re obsessed with creating solutions, unboxing potential, and serving others – and it all starts with you. As an employee-owned distributor of natural and organic, specialty, and fresh products, we’re committed to making a positive impact and scaling our success together. With a culture that fosters development and opportunity, you’ll be embarking on a career that’s moving forward. When you join KeHE, you’re becoming part of a team that is a force for good. Primary Responsibilities The DEA Engineer is responsible for designing, developing, and maintaining high-quality software solutions that align with business objectives and customer needs. This role involves collaborating with cross-functional product teams to deliver scalable, secure, and efficient applications using modern technologies and agile practices. Engineers are expected to apply a product mindset, embrace continuous integration and delivery, and ensure software quality through rigorous testing and data-driven improvements. Success in this role requires adaptability, strong technical expertise, and a commitment to continuous learning. This position does not offer sponsorship. Essential Functions

Design, develop, and maintain software features and services, writing clean, maintainable, and efficient code that adheres to established engineering standards and design patterns.
Translate product and business requirements into technical solutions, collaborating with product managers, designers, and engineers to ensure solutions align with product goals and user needs.
Participate actively in agile development processes, including backlog refinement, sprint planning, standups, and retrospectives, helping ensure work is clearly defined and prioritized.
Ensure software quality and reliability, applying testing best practices, integrating code into CI/CD pipelines, and maintaining stable and scalable application components.
Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including product, design, QA, and engineering peers, to deliver cohesive and well-integrated product features.
Monitor and improve system performance and product usage, using logs, analytics, and performance metrics to validate features and guide improvements after release.
Continuously improve engineering practices and technical capabilities, learning new technologies, sharing knowledge with peers, and contributing to improvements in development tools and workflows.

Minimum Requirements, Qualifications, Additional Skills, Aptitude

Strong proficiency in one or more programming languages and frameworks, with the ability to design maintainable code and apply design patterns and engineering best practices.
Ability to understand product goals and user needs and translate them into effective technical solutions that deliver business value.
Ability to work effectively with product managers, designers, QA, and engineers to deliver high-quality features and resolve technical or delivery challenges.
Ability to incorporate analytics, logs, and system metrics into development and validation processes to continuously improve product performance and reliability.
Ability to quickly learn new technologies, adapt to evolving product priorities, and actively contribute to team knowledge-sharing and engineering improvement initiatives

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:

At least three years of professional experience with data engineering tools and cloud platforms (e.g., SQL, Python, Spark, AWS/Azure/GCP)
Strong understanding of data modeling, architecture, and governance best practices.
Experience with analytics, BI, and visualization tools (e.g., Power BI, Tableau)
Familiarity with ML/AI engineering, MLOps, and model deployment practices.
Expertise in data integration, API design, and event-driven architectures.
Product mindset with ability to prioritize by value, outcomes, and customer impact.
Excellent communication and collaboration skills across technical and business teams.
Bachelor’s degree in computer science, software engineering, or a related field preferred or similar coding education alternatives to traditional four-year degrees.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

These physical demands are representative of the physical requirements necessary for an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of the job. Requisition ID 2026-30225Equal Employer Opportunity Statement KeHE Distributors provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits all forms of discrimination and harassment on the basis of race, color, religion or faith, sex, gender, age, ancestry, national origin, mental or physical disability or medical condition, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, military or veteran status, genetic information, or any other category protected under federal, state, or local law. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training as well as the administration of all Human Resources and Talent Acquisition processes.

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Agile development
CI/CD
Programming languages
Data engineering
SQL
Python
Apache Spark
AWS
Microsoft Azure
Google Cloud
Data modelling
Microsoft Power BI
Tableau
ML
API development
Communication skills
Collaboration
Computer science
Recruitment

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