Gina’s Tech Jobs, IT recruiting firm, is connecting talented technology professionals with exciting career opportunities in the Chicago area. Whether you’re an experienced systems and network engineer ready to take ownership of critical infrastructure or an IT support professional who enjoys solving problems and helping a business run smoothly, we have opportunities worth exploring.

We’re currently recruiting for two IT positions in the Chicago suburbs and city: a Tier 3 Senior Systems & Network Engineer in Mount Prospect, IL, and an IT Support Specialist in Chicago, IL.

Email resumes to us at gina@ginastechjobs.com.

Explore Two New IT Job Openings

Each position offers the opportunity to apply your technical expertise, solve meaningful challenges, and make a direct impact on an organization’s technology environment.

IT Technician, Tier 3 Senior Systems & Network Engineer, Onsite in Mount Prospect, IL:

As an onsite IT Technician, Tier 3 Senior Systems & Network Engineer, you will serve as the highest level of technical escalation within the IT department. This role carries a dual mandate: maintaining the reliability, performance, and security of existing infrastructure, and engineering new solutions that support business growth and modernization. You will handle complex technical issues that cannot be resolved by Tier 1 or Tier 2 support while simultaneously architecting and deploying next-generation infrastructure. Networking is a core competency for this role you will own and evolve the organization’s network environment alongside Windows Server, Microsoft Azure, Intune, infrastructure monitoring platforms, and line-of-business application maintenance. Microsoft Azure and Microsoft Intune are REQUIRED for this opening. This position is 100% Onsite.

IT Technician, Tier 3 Senior Systems & Network Engineer Responsibilities:

– Act as the highest escalation point for infrastructure, system, and network issues.
– Maintain, support, and continuously improve existing server, network, and endpoint infrastructure.
– Engineer and deploy new infrastructure solutions from design through implementation, aligned with business growth and modernization goals.
– Own and evolve the organization’s network infrastructure — including firewalls, routers, switches, VLANs, and VPNs — both maintaining current environments and designing improvements.
– Troubleshoot and resolve complex technical issues across servers, endpoints, and network systems.
– Manage and maintain Windows Server environments and Active Directory infrastructure.
– Monitor system and network performance using platforms such as Zabbix; deploy and manage infrastructure monitoring and alerting solutions.
– Architect and lead deployment of new infrastructure solutions aligned with business growth and modernization goals.
– Own and administer Microsoft Azure and hybrid cloud environments.
– Deploy, manage, and maintain endpoint environments using Microsoft Intune.
– Support and maintain line-of-business applications, including patching, updates, and vendor coordination.
– Support virtualization environments and ensure system availability and performance.
– Assist with infrastructure projects, including migrations, deployments, and integrations.
– Provide technical guidance and escalation support to Tier 1 and Tier 2 teams.
– Maintain technical documentation, network diagrams, and system procedures.
– Ensure security best practices, patch management, and system hardening standards are followed.
– Evaluate and recommend new technologies to improve infrastructure efficiency and reliability.

IT Technician, Tier 3 Senior Systems & Network Engineer Qualifications:

– Bachelor’s degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, or related field preferred.
– Hands-on experience with Microsoft Azure and hybrid cloud environments is required.
– Proficiency with endpoint management tools, specifically Microsoft Intune is required.
– Strong networking experience including switches, routers, VLANs, VPNs, and firewalls is required.
– 5+ years of experience in IT infrastructure, systems administration, or network engineering.
– Strong experience with Windows Server (2016/2019/2022) environments.
– Advanced knowledge of Active Directory, DNS, DHCP, and Group Policy.
– Experience troubleshooting both server and network infrastructure issues.
– Experience with virtualization (Hyper-V or VMware).
– Experience with infrastructure monitoring platforms such as Zabbix or demonstrated ability and willingness to learn.
– Experience supporting and maintaining line-of-business applications, including patching and vendor coordination.
– Strong problem-solving and analytical skills.
– Ability to mentor and support Tier 1 and Tier 2 technicians.
– Certifications such as CCNA, Microsoft certifications (Azure, Intune), or equivalent preferred.

IT Support Specialist, Microsoft Office and Networking Experience Required, Hybrid in Chicago, IL:

Serve as an in-house IT Support Specialist for a growing 70+-employee, resolving user-specific and fundamental networking issues, managing relationships with external IT vendors, suggesting and implementing technology-related business-improvement projects, and troubleshooting and solving straightforward problems that do not require SOPs.

We need an IT Support Specialist with knowledge of Windows and macOS, Microsoft 365, and Active Directory/Microsoft Entra ID. You also need experience with networking concepts such as TCP/IP, DNS, DHCP, Wi-Fi, VPN environments, MFA, and networked file shares.

This is an office job but may include local, domestic, or international travel when needed (see above). This is a hybrid position with at least 4 full days in the office per week, with one pre-approved remote day. Plus, weekends and evenings as needed for emergencies or after-hours issues. Travel for work and PTO is included as in-office.

IT Support Specialist Responsibilities:

– Troubleshoot and resolve hardware, software, and connectivity issues on desktops, laptops, printers and phones.
– Work with IT Manager to manage relationships, tickets, and projects with IT vendors.
– Respond to helpdesk tickets and document the problem, steps taken, and resolution
– Install, configure, and deploy new equipment and software.
– Repair, replace, or escalate faulty equipment and coordinate warranty claims or vendor support.
– Maintain the IT asset inventory in the firm’s asset-management or RMM system, including asset tags and serial numbers, assignments, locations, purchase and warranty dates, and status (in use, in stock, retired).
– Set up and prepare new computers and phones for existing and new employees.
– Track equipment check-in and check-out for new hires, transfers, and departures.
– Monitor stock levels of spare equipment, parts, and accessories, and notify the IT Manager when replenishment is needed.
– Assist in routine networking hardware projects, including but not limited to cabling and installation of network access points and routers.
– Work with external IT providers to ensure that infrastructure networking and computing systems remain available.
– Interact with management and staff to provide analytical and technical assistance for continuous improvement of IT solutions (including but not limited to automating data collection or entry, website design, and basic coding/scripting).
– Work with the IT team to maintain or create policies, procedures, and processes (e.g., items relating to data and network security, hardware/software usage, and selection and replacement of computing equipment).
– Work with the IT team to identify root causes of operational issues and process inefficiencies.
– Compile materials and responses regarding SOC-2 and other Cybersecurity assessments.
– Assist paralegals and attorneys with occasional discovery projects, including e-discovery projects and source code reviews.
– Commitment to maintaining firm and client confidentiality as required.
– Perform duties as required or assigned that are reasonably within the scope of the abovementioned duties.
– In-office presence via a hybrid work model, requiring occasional after-hours and weekend work.

IT Support Specialist Qualifications:

– Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or IT-related field or equivalent experience.
– 1+ years of IT experience with client, server, and network service delivery.
– 2+ years of experience with networking concepts such as TCP/IP, DNS, DHCP, Wi-Fi, VPN environments, MFA, and networked file shares.
– 2+ years of experience in troubleshooting in a multi-user environment.
– 2+ years of experience in a professional environment.
– 2+ years of experience in PC and MAC troubleshooting.
– Working knowledge of Windows and macOS, Microsoft 365, and Active Directory/Microsoft Entra ID.
– Experience with Remote Monitoring and Management (RMM) or remote support tools like Atera, Ninja One is a plus.
– Industry-relevant certifications such as CompTIA, Network+, Cisco/CCNA, Linux are a plus.

Interested in learning more or applying?

Contact Gina’s Tech Jobs to discuss these IT job opportunities in Mount Prospect and Chicago, Illinois. Email your resume to us at gina@ginastechjobs.com.

Your next career move could be closer than you think!

As we enter the fourth quarter, now is the perfect time for businesses to take a fresh look at their hiring goals, technology needs, and plans for the remainder of the year. Whether your organization is growing its IT department, launching a new project, or looking to fill a critical technology position, having the right talent in place is essential.

At Gina’s Tech Jobs, we understand that finding qualified IT professionals can be challenging. As an experienced IT recruiting firm, we help companies connect with talented technology professionals for both full-time permanent positions and contract opportunities.

Build Your IT Team with the Right Talent

Technology continues to play a critical role in business success, making skilled IT professionals more valuable than ever. However, finding candidates with the right combination of technical expertise, experience, and cultural fit can take significant time and resources. Gina’s Tech Jobs can help!

Our IT recruiting services are designed to help businesses identify and hire qualified professionals across a wide range of technology disciplines, including:

• IT management
• IT infrastructure and networking
• Software development
• Artificial Intelligence (AI)
• Machine Learning
• Cybersecurity
• Cloud and emerging technologies
• Systems administration
• IT project management
• Help desk and technical support
• Data and other specialized IT roles

Whether you need one professional or are building an entire IT team, our recruiting specialists can help you find candidates who meet your specific requirements.

Full-Time Permanent IT Recruiting

When you’re looking to make a long-term addition to your organization, finding the right permanent employee is critical. Gina’s Tech Jobs works with employers to identify experienced IT professionals who have the technical skills and professional background needed to contribute to your organization while also being a strong fit for your company. Our goal is to help you make confident hiring decisions and build a technology team that supports your long-term business objectives.

Contract IT Staffing When You Need Flexibility

Not every IT hiring need is permanent. Businesses often need additional technology professionals for special projects, increased workloads, system implementations, temporary coverage, or specific technical expertise. Contract IT staffing can provide the flexibility you need without committing to a permanent position. Gina’s Tech Jobs can help you find qualified contract IT professionals who can step in and contribute quickly, helping your organization keep projects moving and meet important deadlines.

Why Work with our IT Recruiting Firm, Gina’s Tech Jobs?

Partnering with an experienced IT recruiting firm can save your organization valuable time while expanding your access to qualified candidates. At Gina’s Tech Jobs, we take the time to understand your company, your technology environment, your hiring requirements, and the type of professional you’re looking for. We then use our recruiting expertise and industry knowledge to help identify candidates who match your needs. Instead of spending countless hours sorting through resumes and searching for candidates, you can focus on running your business while Gina’s Tech Jobs focuses on finding the right IT talent.

Make the Most of the Fourth Quarter

The beginning of a new quarter is an excellent opportunity to review your current staffing needs and plan for what’s ahead. Now is the time to start the conversation with Gina’s Tech Jobs. Whether you have an immediate IT opening or are planning for future growth, our team can help you develop a recruiting strategy designed around your organization’s needs.

Gina’s Tech Jobs is ready to help! If your company is hiring for full-time permanent or contract IT positions, contact Gina’s Tech Jobs today to discuss your staffing needs and learn how our IT recruiting firm can help you find the talent you’re looking for. Contact us today at gina@ginastechjobs.com. We look forward to hearing from you!

Since our founding in 1995, Next Step Systems has remained committed to one simple mission: helping companies hire exceptional technology professionals while helping talented IT professionals find opportunities where they can thrive. Over the past 31 years, the technology landscape has evolved dramatically, but our dedication to personalized service, integrity, and long-term relationships has remained unchanged.

Founded by Mike Stapinski, who continues to serve as President, Next Step Systems has built a reputation for delivering outstanding recruiting solutions through industry expertise, responsiveness, and a genuine commitment to both clients and candidates.

Although our headquarters are proudly located in Naperville, Illinois, our reach is national in scope. We partner with organizations across the United States to recruit top talent in software engineering, data and analytics, cybersecurity, infrastructure, cloud technologies, artificial intelligence, executive leadership, and many other specialized IT disciplines.

Our longevity is a direct reflection of the trust our clients and candidates have placed in us over the past 31 years. We are grateful for the lasting partnerships we’ve built and for the opportunity to contribute to the success of so many organizations and technology professionals.

As we celebrate this milestone, we also look toward the future. Technology continues to transform every industry, creating exciting opportunities for businesses and IT professionals alike. Next Step Systems remains committed to staying ahead of these changes and continuing to provide the exceptional recruiting expertise and personalized service that have defined our company since day one.

Thank you to our clients, candidates, business partners, and dedicated team members for being part of our journey. Your trust and support have made the past 31 years possible.

Here’s to the next chapter – and to many more years of helping companies build exceptional technology teams and helping IT professionals take the next step in their careers.

Happy 31st Anniversary, Next Step Systems!

jobs@nextstepsystems.com

Email your resume to us today at gina@ginastechjobs.com.

Senior IT Manager, NetSuite Experience Required, Hybrid in Morrisville, PA:

The Senior IT Manager is responsible for leading the organization’s information technology strategy, infrastructure, systems, cybersecurity, and IT operations. This role ensures the reliability, security, and efficiency of all technology resources while supporting business objectives, driving continuous improvement, and managing IT staff, vendors, and projects. The Senior IT Manager serves as the organization’s senior technology leader and works closely with executive leadership to ensure technology solutions support operational efficiency, cybersecurity, scalability, and long-term business growth. The Senior IT Manager will lead the IT team, have direct reports, and oversee the Company’s IT infrastructure, cybersecurity, business systems, and NetSuite ERP environment. Candidates should have strong leadership experience and a proven background managing enterprise IT Operations and ERP initiatives. NetSuite Experience Required. This position is Hybrid in Morrisville, PA. A hybrid schedule of up to two remote workdays per week may be considered after the initial onboarding period, based on business needs and management approval.

Senior IT Manager Responsibilities:

– Develop and execute the organization’s IT strategy in alignment with business objectives.
– Lead and manage all IT operations, infrastructure, cybersecurity, systems administration, and end-user support functions.
– Lead ERP, business application, and systems integration initiatives to improve operational efficiency, reporting capabilities, and business processes.
– Oversee network infrastructure, servers, cloud services, telecommunications, enterprise applications, and business systems, including NetSuite ERP.
– Oversee the administration, support, maintenance, integration, security, reporting, and optimization of the Company’s NetSuite ERP platform and related business applications.
– Ensure the availability, reliability, performance, and security of all technology systems.
– Develop and maintain cybersecurity policies, procedures, and incident response protocols.
– Manage IT budgets, forecasting, technology investments, and vendor relationships.
– Lead technology projects, system upgrades, implementations, and digital transformation initiatives.
– Oversee user access management, software licensing, hardware procurement, and asset lifecycle management.
– Establish and monitor IT performance metrics, service levels, and operational KPIs.
– Collaborate with executive leadership and department managers to identify and implement technology solutions that support business needs.
– Partner with executive leadership to evaluate emerging technologies and recommend solutions that support organizational growth and operational excellence.
– Ensure compliance with applicable cybersecurity, data privacy, regulatory, and industry specific requirements, including support for quality, audit, and compliance initiatives.
– Develop and maintain disaster recovery and business continuity plans.
– Recruit, mentor, develop, and evaluate IT personnel.
– Foster a culture of innovation, accountability, customer service, and continuous improvement.
– Ensure timely resolution of technology issues and provide exceptional internal customer support.
– Perform other duties and responsibilities as assigned based on business needs.

Senior IT Manager Qualifications:

– Bachelor’s degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, Information Systems, Cybersecurity, or a related field required.
– Master’s degree preferred.
– Relevant certifications such as CISSP, CISM, PMP, ITIL, Microsoft, Cisco, or equivalent are preferred.
– Minimum of 8–10 years of progressive IT experience.
– Minimum of 5 years of leadership or management experience overseeing IT operations and personnel.
– NetSuite experience is required.
– Experience developing IT strategies, technology roadmaps, and cybersecurity programs aligned with organizational objectives.
– Proven experience managing enterprise infrastructure, networks, cloud environments, and cybersecurity programs.
– Experience leading ERP implementations, upgrades, integrations, or optimization initiatives preferred.
– Experience leading complex technology projects, system implementations, and vendor relationships.
– Experience supporting business applications, ERP systems, and Microsoft environments.
– Experience supporting ERP administration, integrations, reporting, user provisioning, and business process optimization preferred.
– Experience supporting manufacturing, technical service, or ISO-compliant environments preferred.
– Financial management, budgeting, and forecasting experience.

Senior IT Manager Skills and Competencies:

– Strong leadership, team development, and employee management skills.
– Extensive knowledge of IT infrastructure, networking, cybersecurity, cloud technologies, and business systems.
– Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving abilities.
– Experience with Microsoft 365, Azure, virtualization technologies, and endpoint management solutions.
– Strong project management and change management capabilities.
– Data-driven decision-making and IT operational reporting capabilities.
– Strong communication and cross-functional collaboration skills.
– Strong understanding of IT governance, risk management, and compliance frameworks.
– Ability to communicate complex technical concepts effectively to non-technical stakeholders and executive leadership.
– Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment.
– High attention to detail, accountability, and operational accuracy.
– Strong knowledge of disaster recovery, business continuity, and cybersecurity best practices.
– This position is primarily onsite and requires frequent interaction with employees, vendors, and technology infrastructure.
– Ability to sit, stand, walk, and use a computer for extended periods.
– Occasional lifting of equipment up to 25 pounds.
– Ability to travel occasionally between company locations or vendor sites as needed.

Interviewing now! All positions are fully onsite in Charlotte, NC. Email your resume to us at gina@ginastechjobs.com.

Director of Platform Engineering & Operations (Charlotte, NC):

The Director of Platform Engineering & Operations is responsible for the entire technology platform, overseeing both customer-facing systems and internal infrastructure to ensure 24×7 availability, security, and scalability across Azure Cloud and on-premises environments. This hands-on leadership role balances technical execution and strategic management, including building a high-performing team, driving operational excellence, implementing security controls, and supporting the company’s rapid growth.

Product Owner/Scrum Master (Charlotte, NC):

We are seeking an experienced Product Owner/Scrum Master to partner with the development team and deliver high-quality software products in an agile environment. This dual-role position bridges business needs and technical execution by owning the product backlog, driving Scrum ceremonies, and supporting overall sprint health. The role focuses on the full product lifecycle of branded applications and emerging technologies, working closely with cross-functional teams to translate business needs into prioritized development work and guide features from concept through release. This position reports to the Manager of Project Services and requires strong communication skills and the ability to collaborate across distributed teams and time zones.

Product Owner/Business Analyst (Charlotte, NC):

We are seeking an experienced Product Owner/Business Analyst to partner with the development team and deliver high-quality software products in an agile environment. This dual role position bridges business needs and technical execution by owning the product backlog and supporting overall sprint health. The role focuses on the full product lifecycle of branded applications and emerging technologies, working closely with cross-functional teams to translate business needs into prioritized development work and guide features from concept through release. This position reports to the Manager of Project Services and requires strong communication skills and the ability to collaborate across distributed teams and time zones.

Senior Network/Infrastructure Engineer (Charlotte, NC):

We are seeking a Senior Network/Infrastructure Engineer with strong experience in designing, deploying, and supporting enterprise networks and modern infrastructure platforms. This hands-on role focuses on secure data transfer, infrastructure optimization, and day-to-day management of networking hardware, virtualization, and cloud workloads, with a strong bias toward automation and operational rigor.

Artificial Intelligence (AI) Engineer, Video Analytics (Charlotte, NC):

The Artificial Intelligence (AI) Engineer, Video Analytics will work with a team that builds GPU accelerated video analytics for real time safety monitoring across large fleets and industrial environments. The system processes high volume video streams, runs YOLO based detection models, performs temporal tracking and smoothing to reduce false positives, and identifies actionable safety violations. Inference results are published to downstream APIs and integrated with Azure Event Hub, Blob Storage, and cloud monitoring systems. If you enjoy pushing GPU performance limits, crafting resilient Machine Learning (ML) pipelines, and building real world safety applications that make an impact, you will fit right in.

Software Development Engineer in Test, Level 3 (Charlotte, NC):

We are seeking a highly skilled Software Test Engineer (SDET) with a strong development background to build scalable, high quality test solutions and ensure end-to-end product quality. This role blends software engineering and quality engineering, requiring hands on coding, automation framework development, and deep involvement in the software development lifecycle. You will work within an Agile team, collaborating with developers, product managers, and QA engineers to design robust test strategies, implement automation, and drive quality engineering practices across the organization.

Account Manager (Charlotte, NC):

The Account Manager is responsible for coordinating client-facing activities and internal delivery efforts to ensure the successful execution of client projects and ongoing account operations. This role serves as a primary point of contact for assigned clients, manages project planning and tracking, supports new client on-boarding, and ensures alignment between client needs, internal teams, and delivered solutions. The Account Manager plays a critical role in maintaining strong client relationships, managing account health, and ensuring development, deployment, hardware fulfillment, and support activities are executed efficiently and transparently.

Charlotte IT Recruiters

Gina’s Tech Jobs’ IT recruiters understand the information technology marketplace in the Charlotte area for technical staffing. Our Charlotte IT recruiting firms will help find qualified information technology experts for all levels of technical staffing.

Employers, contact our IT recruiters

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Qualified candidates must have prior Artificial Intelligence experience. Hiring at all levels. Company is based in San Francisco, CA but all positions can be fully remote. Resumes can be emailed to us at gina@ginastechjobs.com.

Job openings include the following job titles (click on each job title to view the full job description):
 

About Gina’s Tech Jobs, IT Recruiting Firm and IT Recruiters

Gina’s Tech Jobs is a group of IT recruiters ready to go to work to help our clients’ staffing needs. We are an IT recruitment agency and staffing company with expert IT recruiters.

San Francisco IT Recruiters for Technical Staffing

Gina’s Tech Jobs’ San Francisco IT recruiters understand the information technology marketplace in the San Francisco area for technical staffing. Our San Francisco IT recruiting firms will help find qualified information technology experts for all levels of technical staffing.

Interviewing now! All positions will be onsite in Charlotte, NC. Email your resume to us at gina@ginastechjobs.com.

Director of Platform Engineering & Operations (Charlotte, NC):

The Director of Platform Engineering & Operations is responsible for the entire technology platform, overseeing both customer-facing systems and internal infrastructure to ensure 24×7 availability, security, and scalability across Azure Cloud and on-premises environments. This hands-on leadership role balances technical execution and strategic management, including building a high-performing team, driving operational excellence, implementing security controls, and supporting the company’s rapid growth.

Scrum Master (Charlotte, NC):

We are seeking an experienced Scrum Master to support the Development Team and ensure the successful delivery of high quality software products in an agile environment. The Scrum Master is responsible for driving Scrum execution, facilitating ceremonies, supporting sprint health, and removing impediments to enable consistent, predictable delivery. The Scrum Master partners closely with cross functional teams, technical leads, and Project Services leadership to promote Agile best practices, ensure adherence to Scrum methodology, and foster continuous improvement. The Scrum Master reports directly to the Project Services Manager and requires strong communication skills and the ability to collaborate effectively across distributed teams and time zones.

Senior Network/Infrastructure Engineer (Charlotte, NC):

We are seeking a Senior Network/Infrastructure Engineer with strong experience in designing, deploying, and supporting enterprise networks and modern infrastructure platforms. This hands-on role focuses on secure data transfer, infrastructure optimization, and day-to-day management of networking hardware, virtualization, and cloud workloads, with a strong bias toward automation and operational rigor.

Software Development Engineer in Test, Levels 1-3 (Charlotte, NC):

We are seeking a highly skilled Software Test Engineer (SDET) with a strong development background to build scalable, high quality test solutions and ensure end-to-end product quality. This role blends software engineering and quality engineering, requiring hands on coding, automation framework development, and deep involvement in the software development lifecycle. You will work within an Agile team, collaborating with developers, product managers, and QA engineers to design robust test strategies, implement automation, and drive quality engineering practices across the organization.

Charlotte IT Recruiters

Gina’s Tech Jobs’ IT recruiters understand the information technology marketplace in the Charlotte area for technical staffing. Our Charlotte IT recruiting firms will help find qualified information technology experts for all levels of technical staffing.

Employers, contact our IT recruiters

CONTACT our tech recruiters to find out how we can work with you to find qualified information technology professionals quickly.

Email resumes to us today at gina@ginastechjobs.com.

We are looking for recent graduates from Elite Ivy League universities for this CTO role. Only considering candidates with less than 10 years of experience.

Elite universities include Brown University, California Institute of Technology, Carnegie Mellon University, Columbia University, Cornell University, Duke University, Georgia Institute of Technology, Harvard University, Johns Hopkins University, Massachusetts Institute of Technology, Northwestern University, Princeton University, Rice University, Stanford University, University of California, Berkeley, University of California, Los Angeles, University of California, San Diego, University of Chicago, University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign, University of Michigan, University of Pennsylvania, University of Southern California, University of Texas at Austin, University of Washington, and, Yale University.

Chief Technology Officer (CTO), Onsite in New York, NY:

Our client is looking for an exceptional hand-on CTO to lead technology, product architecture, and engineering execution for a new AI healthcare payments company. This is a funded, early-stage venture built around a high-conviction thesis at the intersection of healthcare, payments, revenue cycle, and AI. The company is focused on improving complex financial workflows across the healthcare ecosystem, including provider-payer payment processes, claims workflows, revenue cycle operations, payment reconciliation, denials, and administrative automation. We are looking for a hands-on technical leader who can build the product, architect the platform, recruit the early engineering team, and move quickly from Minimum Viable Product (MVP) to scalable commercial product. The company is developing an AI-enabled healthcare payments application designed to improve how healthcare organizations manage payment, claims, and revenue-cycle workflows. The platform will use AI, workflow automation, data integrations, and secure infrastructure to reduce manual work, improve accuracy, accelerate payment processes, and create better visibility across healthcare financial operations. This position is 100% Onsite in New York, NY.

Chief Technology Officer (CTO) Responsibilities:

– Own the technology vision, architecture, and engineering roadmap.
– Build and launch the initial product.
– Evaluate and select the technical stack.
– Design secure, scalable systems for healthcare payment workflows.
– Build AI-enabled workflow automation into the product from the beginning.
– Lead integrations with healthcare, claims, payment, billing, and data systems.
– Recruit and lead the early engineering team.
– Work directly with the CEO, investors, advisors, and early customers.
– Turn a validated thesis into a scalable commercial product and company.

Chief Technology Officer (CTO) Qualifications:

– Experience building products from concept to production.
– Strong coding background with experience designing scalable, secure systems.
– Experience building AI-powered products, automation platforms, or intelligent workflow systems.
– Understanding of claims, payments, reimbursement workflows, financial operations, or other transaction-heavy regulated environments.
– Experience hiring, building, and leading engineering teams while owning the technology roadmap.
– Need elite technical or academic background.
– Need experience as a CTO, VP Engineering, Head of Engineering, founding engineer, or senior architect.
– Experience with a Startup or high-growth company exposure.
– Should have hands-on technical credibility.
– Ability to lead product and engineering strategy.
– Experience with AI, data, infrastructure, platform, SaaS, or scalable systems where relevant.
– Ability to communicate well with founders, investors, and executive stakeholders.
– Former founder or early technical leadership experience.
– Structured technical training in computer science, engineering, or a related field.
– Graduate of top 10 schools (e.g., Penn, Columbia, UChicago, etc.)
– Experience in top-tier engineering environments, high-growth startups, or complex technical organizations (think 1-2 years with Palantir in a Health Tech role).
– Ability to personally build while also recruiting and leading an engineering team.
– Strong product instincts and comfort working with customers, commercial leaders, investors, and advisors.
Interest or experience in healthcare, payments, fintech, revenue cycle, or healthcare infrastructure.
– Healthcare payments experience is strongly preferred but not required if the candidate has strong technical leadership experience in a regulated, data-heavy, workflow-heavy, or transaction-oriented environment.

The NetSuite Administrator/Developer will support a NetSuite implementation and ongoing ERP application needs. This role focuses on NetSuite configuration, reporting, NetSuite Analytics Warehouse (NSAW), integrations, scripting, SuiteApps, and business process improvement.

Email resumes to us for review at gina@ginastechjobs.com.

NetSuite Administrator/Developer, Hybrid (Waukegan, IL):

We are seeking a NetSuite Administrator/Developer to support a NetSuite implementation and ongoing ERP application needs. This role focuses on NetSuite configuration, reporting, NetSuite Analytics Warehouse (NSAW), integrations, scripting, SuiteApps, and business process improvement. Working closely with the business, this position will translate operational requirements into scalable NetSuite solutions while operating independently in a small-team environment. General IT and infrastructure support are secondary backup responsibilities only. This is a Hybrid position with 1-2 days per week Onsite required.

NetSuite Administrator/Developer Responsibilities:

– Support the NetSuite ERP implementation, configuration, roles, workflows, records, forms, saved searches, and troubleshooting.
– Build and maintain NetSuite reporting, NetSuite Analytics Warehouse (NSAW)/SuiteAnalytics workbooks, SuiteQL queries, dashboards, and data extracts.
– Develop NetSuite customizations using SuiteScript, SuiteFlow, SuiteApps, SuiteLets, RESTlets, and related tools.
– Support ERP integrations, Orderful EDI, third-party data flows, and transaction issue resolution.
– Assist with NetSuite releases, sandbox testing, UAT, data conversion, cutover, and post-go-live stabilization.
– Support internal web tools, APIs, application integrations, and business process automation.
– Evaluate and recommend ERP and process improvements based on business needs and platform capabilities.
– Provide limited backup support for Microsoft 365, Active Directory, Windows servers, desktops, hardware, and connectivity issues.
– Assist with backup, recovery, disaster recovery, and infrastructure troubleshooting when escalation or coverage is needed.

NetSuite Administrator/Developer Qualifications:

– Strong customer focus with the ability to manage competing priorities in a small-team setting.
– Experience supporting ERP or business applications in a production environment.
– NetSuite implementation, administration, or development experience strongly preferred.
– Experience with NetSuite Analytics Warehouse (NSAW), SuiteAnalytics, SuiteQL, saved searches, dashboards, or data validation.
– Experience with SuiteScript, SuiteFlow, SuiteApps, RESTlets, SuiteLets, APIs, or similar development tools.
– Working knowledge of SQL concepts; Oracle, SQL Server or SSRS experience helpful but not required.
– Experience with ERP integrations, EDI, data conversion, testing, and post-go-live support preferred.
– JavaScript, PHP, Angular, or application development experience a plus.
– Familiarity with Microsoft 365, Active Directory, servers, networking, or desktop support helpful for backup coverage.

Chicago IT Recruiters

Gina’s Tech Jobs is a Chicago IT recruiting firm for information technology professionals. As the heart of our business and the city from which Next Step Systems originally grew, Chicago is our hometown and a place our Chicago IT recruiters and technical staffing firm is very much in tune with. We are a group of Chicago IT recruiters with years of IT recruiting and technical staffing experience ready to find qualified IT candidates for your open positions.

Contact Our IT Recruiters

Gina’s Tech Jobs helps employers find technical information technology professionals on a contingency basis. We are IT recruiters for your technical staffing needs. Contact our tech recruiters to find out how we can work with you to find qualified information technology professionals quickly.

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Full Stack Developer (Annapolis, MD):

We have an available for a Full Stack Developer in Annapolis Junction, MD. The Full Stack Developer will support the development and sustainment of a reporting and collaboration application suite for a federal client. The Full Stack Developer will focus on maintaining and enhancing existing applications that support request tracking, workflow management, data organization, and collaborative review across distributed user communities. The position involves working with an established codebase while also delivering enhancements based on evolving user and business requirements. Responsibilities include implementing new features, performing maintenance and bug fixes, improving performance and reliability, and collaborating with technical and non-technical stakeholders to ensure the applications continue to meet operational needs. An active TS/SCI with a Full Scope Polygraph Security Clearance is required. This position is 100% Onsite and not Remote.

Full Stack Developer Qualifications:

– An active TS/SCI with a Full Scope Polygraph security clearance is required.
– Looking for 1 to 20 years of experience is required with a bachelor’s degree. 4 years of additional experience can be substituted for a bachelor’s degree. 4 years less experience is ok for candidates with a graduate degree.
– Required technical skills include Java 8+, Elasticsearch, MongoDB, Oracle, Spring Boot, Angular, RESTful Web Services, and Solr. Understanding, maintaining, and troubleshooting interfaces between multiple applications
– Additional desired technical experience includes Amazon Web Services (AWS), Primefaces, Node.js, Agency reporting and dissemination tools, Agency classification policies, and Working in an agile environment using JIRA and Confluence.

Artificial Intelligence (AI) Engineer (Annapolis Junction, MD):

We have an immediate need for an Artificial Intelligence (AI) Engineer who will work closely with system and software engineers to design, prototype, and integrate AI advancements into the existing RAD architecture. This is a transformative position focused on building solutions that augment human intelligence, streamline workflows, and enhance the overall effectiveness of intelligence operations. An active TS/SCI with a Full Scope Polygraph Security Clearance is required. This position is Onsite in Annapolis Junction, MD with 1-2 Remote days/week depending on tasking.

Artificial Intelligence (AI) Engineer Responsibilities and Qualifications include:

– Must have an active TS/SCI Full Scope Polygraph security clearance.
– Looking for 1 to 20 years of experience is required with a bachelor’s degree. 4 years of additional experience can be substituted for a bachelor’s degree. 4 years less experience is ok for candidates with a graduate degree.
– Design and Development: Lead the design and development of AI-driven solutions from conception to deployment, ensuring seamless integration with the existing software architecture. This includes prototyping new models, writing production-quality code, and maintaining existing AI systems.
– Collaboration and Communication: Serve as a key technical liaison, collaborating with cross-functional teams including system engineers, software developers, and domain experts. Effectively present and articulate recommended AI approaches, discussing the tradeoffs and implications of different implementations with both technical and non-technical stakeholders.
– Data Analysis and Modeling: Conduct Exploratory Data Analysis (EDA) on diverse datasets (both structured and unstructured) to inform the data model, identify data quality issues, and determine optimal input formats for AI models.
– Model Building and Evaluation: Develop, train, and evaluate a variety of machine learning models, ensuring they meet performance and reliability requirements. Implement robust testing and validation strategies to ensure models are accurate and unbiased.
– Continuous Improvement: Stay current with the latest advancements in AI and machine learning, continuously seeking opportunities to apply new technologies and methodologies to improve existing systems and solve complex problems.
– Cloud Platforms: Have experience with the Amazon Web Services (AWS) cloud computing platform and machine learning operations (MLOps) tools for deploying and managing machine learning models at scale.

DevOps Engineer (Annapolis Junction, MD):

We are currently looking for a DevOps Engineer for a great opportunity in Annapolis Junction, MD. Senior level candidates needed with strong Kubernetes, Terraform and AWS. An active TS/SCI with a Full Scope Polygraph Security Clearance is required. This position is onsite in Annapolis Junction, MD

DevOps Engineer Responsibilities:

– Provide optimization and automation across multiple platforms and applications.
– Drive consistency for deployment and build processes.
– Utilize modern tools like Jenkins, Docker, Kubernetes, Amazon Web Services, Ansible, Terraform, Python, Linux, and much more.

DevOps Engineer Qualifications:

– An active TS/SCI with a Full Scope Polygraph security clearance is required.
– Looking for 1 to 20 years of experience is required with a bachelor’s degree. 4 years of additional experience can be substituted for a bachelor’s degree. 4 years less experience is ok for candidates with a graduate degree.
– Experience with AWS (S3, VPCs & Networking, EC2, ECS/EKS).
– Experience with Containerization (Docker, k8s, Registries)
– Experience with IaC (Terraform/Cloud Formation).
– Experience with CI/CD (Jenkins/ GitHub Actions).
– You have worked with teams before on large and demonstrable projects, preferably built on with AWS and familiarity with scripting languages such as Bash, Ruby, Python.
– Familiarity with containerization tools like Docker and Kubernetes.
– Experience setting up a CI/CD pipeline.
– Understand Agile software development and DevOps practices and can work closely with your peers and other mid-to large size teams.
– Focus on understanding customers’ needs and translating those needs from product specifications into functional, production ready code and infrastructure.

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