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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.

Member Services Representative

Company: US Family Health Plan @ SVCMC, Inc.

Location: New York, NY

Posted Sep 18, 2025

Responsible to answer incoming member/provider calls in accordance with established standards. Consistently meets or exceeds regulatory, contractual and…

CNC Lathe & Mill Machinists - Weekend Shift $5000 signing bonus(work 36 hours but paid for 40 hours)

Company: Total Seal Piston Rings

Location: Phoenix, AZ

Posted Sep 18, 2025

Read work instructions and blueprints. Knowledge of quality control standards and testing methodologies. Proven experience as a CNC operator.

CNC Swiss Machinist (Night Shift)

Company: Vantedge Medical

Location: Wheeling, IL

Posted Sep 18, 2025

We are at the forefront of precision engineering and innovation, specializing in the development and manufacturing of vital components for medical markets such…

Cybersecurity Analyst

Company: Delan Associates, Inc

Location: Lemont, IL

Posted Sep 18, 2025

The contractor shall adhere to all policies and procedures of the ANL Computer Protection Program, must not bypass any procedures established to protect data,…

Manual Machinist (1st Shift)

Company: Elliott Company

Location: Jacksonville, FL

Posted Sep 18, 2025

Advanced knowledge of machine equipment and machining operations of various machines: horizontal and vertical lathes, layout machines, vertical boring mills,…

CNC Operator/Machinist

Company: JM Industries LLC

Location: Chicago Heights, IL

Posted Sep 18, 2025

Plans machining by studying work orders, blueprints, engineering plans, materials specifications, orthographic drawings, reference planes, locations of surfaces…

Customer Service Gaming Associate

Company: Knighted Ventures

Location: Bell Gardens, CA

Posted Sep 18, 2025

Ability to pass a lifetime background check, credit check, and drug screen for state licensure. Knighted Ventures and similar organizations are regulated by the…

Janitors Long Beach, California

Company: HamHed LLC

Location: Long Beach, CA

Posted Sep 18, 2025

General cleaning tasks (includes but not limited to sweeping, mopping of floors, dusting, restroom servicing, and trash removal).

Label Machine Operator - C Shift, 1:45PM-8PM Wed, 7:45AM-8PM Thur/Fri/Sat

Company: Vestcom

Location: Bensalem, PA

Posted Sep 18, 2025

Must have strong mechanical skills to analyze and operate label machine equipment. We are Making Possible™ products and solutions that help advance the…

Maintenance Electrician

Company: Southwark Metal PA Division

Location: Philadelphia, PA

Posted Sep 18, 2025

Reading and interpreting electrical schematics, online diagrams, and blueprints. Ability to read and understand blueprints and electrical diagrams.

Executive Chef

Company: Puff 'N Stuff Catering

Location: Jacksonville, FL

Posted Sep 18, 2025

Requires an understanding of federal, state, and local kitchen health and safety standards. Reliable transportation and clean driving record required.

Aerospace Machinist

Company: Atlas Staffing

Location: Washington State

Posted Sep 18, 2025

Two-year technical degree in a related field (preferred). Utilizing machinist’s hand tools and precision measuring instruments to ensure compliance with…

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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