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We're fueled by a common goal: creating an iconic car-buying experience. We make car-buying fair, accessible, and joyful for all. We are committed to making progress in how we positively impact our society, now and in the future. Above all, we care about people. We are committed to putting people first, including our associates, customers, and communities. Spark positive change alongside us. Here’s your chance to leave a mark. Find the purpose, tools, and resources to go for greatness with teammates by your side. We offer benefits and resources to help you make your best life happen. Professional growth and limitless opportunities await. There's no better place to be. Our values guide everything we do: -Do the right thing -Put people first -Win together -Go for greatness CarMax revolutionized the auto industry by delivering the honest, transparent, and high-integrity car buying experience customers want and deserve. This disruptive thinking has helped us become the nation’s largest read more

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CarMax Senior Software Engineer Salaries in Chicago

The average CarMax Senior Software Engineer in Chicago earns an estimated $121,983 annually, which includes an estimated base salary of $109,787 with a $12,196 bonus. CarMax's Senior Software Engineer compensation is $15,617 less than the US average for a Senior Software Engineer. Senior Software Engineer salaries at CarMax in Chicago can range from $83,000 - $189,300.

In Chicago, The Engineering Department at CarMax earns $10,796 more on average than the Product Department.

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$29k

$63k

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$130k

$473k

$1.15M

$121,983

Average Compensation

$109,787: avg. base

$12,196: avg. bonus

Senior Software Engineer Salaries at CarMax

In Chicago, Senior Software Engineers earn $2,373 more than Senior Developers, and $16,341 less than Principal Engineers.

Director of Engineering

$224k*

Group Engineering Manager

$199k*

Engineering Manager

$157k*

Sales Engineer

$142k*

Principal Engineer

$138k*

Senior Developer

$120k*

DevOps

$110k*

Lead Engineer

$106k*

Data Scientist

$103k*

Senior QA

$99k*

Developer

$85k

Scrum Master

$84k*

Mobile Developer

$82k*

Jr Developer

$82k*

* estimated salary

Compensation at CarMax by Department

In Chicago, The Engineering Department averages $10,796 more than the Product Department, and $40,193 less than the Enterprise Risk Department

Enterprise Risk

$189,250 Avg. total comp.

+$40k

Engineering

$149,057 Avg. total comp.

Product

$138,261 Avg. total comp.

-$11k

Senior Software Engineer Compensation by Gender (All Companies)

The average female Senior Software Engineer at companies similar size to CarMax reported making $146,554, while the average male Senior Software Engineer at similar sized companies reported making $156,665.

Senior Software Engineer Compensation by Ethnicity (All Companies)

The average Asian or Pacific Islander Senior Software Engineer at companies similar size to CarMax reported making $153,064, while the average Native American Senior Software Engineer at similar sized companies reported making $101,264.

How Senior Software Engineers at CarMax Rate Their Compensation

The majority of Senior Software Engineers at CarMax believe they're compensated fairly. 50% of Senior Software Engineers at CarMax say they receive annual bonuses, and the vast majority (74%) are satisfied with their benefits. See more compensation ratings at CarMax

Do you believe you're paid fairly?

57% Yes

Does your company give annual bonuses?

50% Yes

Are you satisfied with your Benefits?

74% Yes

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