Flexible Hours Jobs in Chicago, IL

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Carpenter

Company: Oak Park Elementary School District 97

Location: Oak Park, IL

Posted Apr 14, 2025

Build, set decoration and possible painting – design, organization of materials (building, painting, dressing). Middle School- Grades 6-8.

HVAC Technician

Company: S & C Electric Company

Location: Chicago, IL

Posted Apr 11, 2025

Tasks include measuring, working from ladders, dismantling equipment, reading and interpreting drawings, disconnecting and reconnecting equipment, cutting,…

Back End Developer- AI Trainer

Company: DataAnnotation

Location: Chicago, IL

Posted Apr 17, 2025

You can work on your own schedule. A bachelor's degree (completed or in progress). You will work with the chatbots that we are building in order to measure…

Frequently Asked Questions

What are typical salary ranges by seniority for flexible hours tech roles?
Entry‑level (0‑2 years) flexible‑hours engineers earn $60k–$80k annually; mid‑level (3‑5 years) range $90k–$120k; senior (5+ years) $130k–$170k, with additional shift bonuses for night or weekend coverage.
What skills and certifications are required for flexible hours positions?
Core programming languages (Python, JavaScript, Go), CI/CD tooling (Jenkins, GitHub Actions), cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP), container orchestration (Kubernetes), infrastructure as code (Terraform), and Agile certifications (Certified Scrum Master, SAFe Agilist). Remote communication proficiency using Slack, Zoom, and Asana is also essential.
Is remote work available for flexible hours roles?
Over 80% of the current listings allow fully remote work, with many offering hybrid models that permit in‑office days on a flexible schedule. Employers often provide stipends for home‑office equipment and support 24‑hour VPN access.
What career progression paths exist in flexible hours tech roles?
A typical path starts with a Junior Engineer or Associate Product Manager, moves to Lead Engineer or Senior Product Owner, then to Engineering Manager or Director of Product, and ultimately to VP or Head of Engineering, each step unlocking higher pay and broader influence over product strategy.
What industry trends are shaping flexible hours tech jobs?
Tech firms are adopting continuous delivery pipelines that require 24/7 monitoring, driving demand for shift‑based DevOps and support roles. AI‑driven scheduling tools are automating shift assignment, and companies are increasingly offering flexible pay bands to retain talent in a competitive market.

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