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Citadel Software Engineer Salaries in Greater Chicago Area

Software Engineer compensation in Greater Chicago Area at Citadel totals $442K per year for Software Engineer. The median yearly compensation package in Greater Chicago Area totals $350K. View the base salary, stock, and bonus breakdowns for Citadel's total compensation packages. Last updated: 8/17/2026

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$442K
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25%

YR 2

25%

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YR 4

At Citadel, Stock/equity grants are subject to a 4-year vesting schedule:

  • 25% vests in the 1st-YR (25.00% annually)

  • 25% vests in the 2nd-YR (2.08% monthly)

  • 25% vests in the 3rd-YR (2.08% monthly)

  • 25% vests in the 4th-YR (2.08% monthly)



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The highest paying salary package reported for a Software Engineer at Citadel in Greater Chicago Area sits at a yearly total compensation of $600,000. This includes base salary as well as any potential stock compensation and bonuses.
The median yearly total compensation reported at Citadel for the Software Engineer role in Greater Chicago Area is $375,000.
When negotiating your Software Engineer offer at Citadel, leverage salary data to understand market rates, highlight your relevant experience, and consider all components of the compensation package. Our professional negotiators have helped candidates secure $50K+ more in total compensation.

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