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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.

Night Janitor - Conserje de Noche

Company: Contract Services Group, Inc

Location: Coronado, CA

Posted Sep 26, 2025

Knowledge of standard methods, practices, tools, and equipment of the janitorial cleaning industry. Ability to operate and use janitorial tools, equipment,…

Cybersecurity Engineer, Littoral Combat Ship Software Support (San Diego, CA)

Company: Peraton

Location: San Diego, CA

Posted Sep 26, 2025

Will have 10 years + experience analyzing log data, performing traffic analysis, executing audits, performing digital footprint and risk intelligence analysis,…

Registered Nurse On Call - $1,000 signing BONUS!!

Company: Caring Hospice Services

Location: Fort Washington, PA

Posted Sep 26, 2025

Responds to calls promptly when received from answering service. Must be Licensed as an RN in the state of PA.

Security Shift Supervisor

Company: Marksman Security LLC

Location: Culver City, CA

Posted Sep 26, 2025

Must have a valid state security guard card. Bachelor's degree in criminal justice and/or business, or related field preferred. Must type at least 40 WPM.

Vacation Replacement Temp Custodian - Seattle - Night Shift

Company: Blackstone Consulting Inc.

Location: Seattle, WA

Posted Sep 25, 2025

Report major damages and oversee repairs. Report major damages and oversee repairs. It is important for a custodian, or janitor, to be careful and thorough in…

Tactical Security Officer - Inspector

Company: GardaWorld Security Services U.S.

Location: Channelview, TX

Posted Sep 26, 2025

First aid certification is an asset. Must have a valid Drivers License. Must have a valid TWIC card (Not expired hard copy in hand).

Machine Operator

Company: TPI Staffing, Inc

Location: Houston, TX

Posted Sep 25, 2025

Must be able to read and understand engineering and other relevant drawings. Experienced in the proper and safe use of hand and light power tools.

CNC / Swiss Machine Operator (2nd / 3rd shift)

Company: Viant Medical

Location: Wheeling, IL

Posted Sep 26, 2025

Viant provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual…

Unarmed Security Officer - AZ

Company: Jeeter

Location: Tempe, AZ

Posted Sep 25, 2025

The Unarmed Security Officer is tasked with securing the premises and personnel by staying on patrol, monitoring surveillance equipment, performing building…

WABO GMAW (MIG) Certified Welder

Company: Bowman Morton

Location: Seattle, WA

Posted Sep 26, 2025

Required Knowledge of materials and cutting tools for optimal production. Steel fabrication company seeking WABO certifiied MIG welder and skilled metal…

Custodian

Company: University of Washington

Location: Seattle, WA

Posted Sep 25, 2025

Equivalent education and/or experience may substitute for minimum qualifications except when there are legal requirements, such as a license, certification, and…

Senior Analyst Info Security

Company: Palms Casino Resort

Location: Las Vegas, NV

Posted Sep 26, 2025

Speech sufficient to make oneself heard and understood in person, in front of groups, in meetings, via videoconference and over the telephone.

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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