Night Shift Jobs

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Night shift tech positions are booming, driven by the need for 24/7 uptime in cloud services, cybersecurity, and data center operations. With 2,642 open listings, recruiters are actively seeking candidates ready to work evenings, nights, and weekends to keep global infrastructure running smoothly.

These roles span across DevOps engineering, Network Operations Center (NOC) monitoring, incident response, cloud support, and data center management. Typical responsibilities include real‑time system monitoring, rapid incident triage, patch management, automation scripting, and hand‑off documentation to ensure seamless transitions between shifts.

Salary transparency is critical for night shift professionals because shift differentials and overtime policies vary widely. Knowing the exact pay range helps candidates evaluate the financial trade‑off of irregular hours and negotiate competitively, ensuring they are rewarded fairly for their vital work.

CNC Machinist (Aerospace)

Company: Xtreme Machining, INC.

Location: Auburn, WA

Posted Oct 16, 2025

Minimum of 4 years of experience as a CNC mill operator in the aerospace field, medical field or defense field.

Luxury Retail Security Flex Officers

Company: St. Moritz Security Services

Location: Las Vegas, NV

Posted Oct 16, 2025

May require a current state driver’s license, clean driving record as determined by SMSSI, and the ability to safely operate motor vehicle, golf cart, and/or…

Registered Nurse (RN)

Company: Exclusive Nursing Staff Inc

Location: New York, NY

Posted Oct 16, 2025

Administer intravenous fluids and medications. Full-Time or Part Time / Per-Diem Openings! We proudly hire new grads without previous nursing experience!!*.

Security Officer- Temple Hospital

Company: Allied Universal

Location: Philadelphia, PA

Posted Oct 16, 2025

A valid driver's license will be required for driving positions only. As a condition of employment, applicants will be subject to a background investigation in…

Bioinformatics / Genetics Data Scientist

Company: Novartis

Location: San Diego, CA

Posted Oct 16, 2025

Work with wet lab scientists to develop testable biological hypotheses and collaborate in designing rigorous preclinical experiments.

HVAC Technician - CHOOSE YOUR SHIFT - Up to $50/hour - Up to $10k Sign On

Company: Horizon Services

Location: Wilmington, DE

Posted Oct 16, 2025

A valid driver's license and a clean driving record. Qualified technicians will be sponsored for Journeyman license and NATE certification.

Lead Full Stack Developer (Hybrid)

Company: Scrapbook.com

Location: Gilbert, AZ

Posted Oct 16, 2025

*A collaborative communicator* who clearly and effectively communicates with technical and non-technical stakeholders across departments.

Exploratory Biomarker Data Scientist

Company: Novartis

Location: San Diego, CA

Posted Oct 16, 2025

Work with wet lab scientists to develop testable biological hypotheses and collaborate in designing rigorous preclinical experiments.

Head Sushi Chef

Company: YONO Sushi

Location: New York, NY

Posted Oct 16, 2025

As a Sushi Chef, you will play a crucial role in creating high-quality sushi dishes that delight our guests and enhance their dining experience.

Security Shift Supervisor

Company: DSI Security Services

Location: West Chester, PA

Posted Oct 16, 2025

A valid?driver’s license?is required. Conduct post inspections and ensure compliance with site-specific procedures. Basic to intermediate computer proficiency.

Free People Assistant Design Coordinator - Temporary

Company: Free People

Location: Philadelphia, PA

Posted Oct 16, 2025

Help organize and propose new tools to help design team meet upcoming design deadlines. The Assistant Design Coordinator Sweaters supports the Design Team…

Sales Associate / Keyholder (Chestnut Hill, Philadelphia)

Company: Greene Street

Location: Philadelphia, PA

Posted Oct 16, 2025

Greeting and assisting customers, boosting sales by encouraging add-ons etc, cash handling, ensuring all areas in the store are maintained to Greene Street…

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the typical salary ranges for night shift tech roles by seniority?
Entry‑level night shift DevOps or NOC technicians earn between $70,000 and $90,000 annually, mid‑level professionals earn $90,000 to $120,000, and senior engineers or managers typically see $120,000 to $160,000, depending on geographic location and industry specialization.
Which skills and certifications are most valuable for night shift positions?
Key skills include proficiency with Terraform, Ansible, and Kubernetes for automation, along with strong incident‑response practices using PagerDuty or Opsgenie. Certifications such as AWS Certified Solutions Architect, CompTIA Security+, Cisco CCNA, and Linux Foundation Certified Engineer are highly sought after for night shift roles that demand rapid problem resolution.
Can night shift tech jobs be remote, and how is on‑call coverage handled?
Many night shift positions allow remote work, but they require on‑call or virtual shift coverage. Employers often use tools like SolarWinds or Splunk for remote monitoring and schedule meetings through Teams or Slack to coordinate hand‑offs, ensuring continuous service without a physical presence.
What career progression paths exist for night shift tech professionals?
Typical trajectories move from NOC Technician to Incident Response Analyst, then to Cloud Operations Engineer, and eventually to roles such as Site Reliability Engineer or Technical Lead. Continuous learning in automation and cloud architecture opens doors to higher management positions overseeing 24/7 service delivery.
What industry trends are shaping the future of night shift tech roles?
Automation and AI‑driven incident response are reducing manual monitoring workload, while shift‑scheduling software improves workforce planning. The rise of edge computing and global SaaS platforms is creating new night shift roles that focus on real‑time data pipelines and distributed infrastructure maintenance.

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