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PHP developer salaries in Chicago
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| Experience level | Base salary |
|---|---|
| Junior (0–2 yrs) | $85K – $115K |
| Mid-level (2–5 yrs) | $110K – $145K |
| Senior (5–8 yrs) | $140K – $185K |
| Staff+ (8+ yrs) | $175K – $235K |
Trading firms and exchanges pay well above these ranges for low-latency and quant engineering.
Chicago pays about 20% below coastal hubs, but proprietary trading firms offer some of the highest engineering compensation in the country.
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