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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.

Executive Chef

Company: Methodist Hospital Metropolitan

Location: San Antonio, TX

Posted Oct 21, 2025

Develops and implements work standards, sanitation procedures, and personal hygiene requirements, consistent with Hospital rules, local, state, and federal…

Machine Operator (1st Shift)

Company: California Closets Fulfillment/XMC

Location: Tolleson, AZ

Posted Oct 21, 2025

The Machine Operator is responsible for the setup, operation, monitoring, and basic troubleshooting of wood processing equipment.

Installation Technician (Apprentice-Journeyman Level)

Company: California Closets CCO

Location: Huntington Beach, CA

Posted Oct 21, 2025

Must maintain a valid driver's license and clean driving record. Maintain shop tools and equipment in safe working order (tools are provided).

Sous Chef

Company: Sphere Entertainment Group, LLC

Location: Las Vegas, NV

Posted Oct 22, 2025

Collaborates to design and implement menu planning for the teams being mindful of creativity and food allergies. Bi-lingual in Spanish is preferred.

Chef Tournant

Company: Marriott International, Inc

Location: San Antonio, TX

Posted Oct 22, 2025

Wash and disinfect kitchen area, tables, tools, knives, and equipment. Develop and maintain positive working relationships with others; support team to reach…

CNC Machinist - 2nd Shift

Company: LoneStar Fasteners

Location: Spring, TX

Posted Oct 22, 2025

Combined, LoneStar Fasteners hold over 300 years of expertise in sales, manufacturing and coating experience, covering all aspects of the manufacturing and…

Unarmed Security Officers

Company: St. Moritz Security Services

Location: Chicago, IL

Posted Oct 21, 2025

Valid driver's license (preferred). Responsible for site-specific duties and tasks based on assignment, which may include customer service, loss prevention,…

Unarmed Security Officer - 2nd & 3rd Shift - Full Time

Company: Prosegur

Location: Fremont, CA

Posted Oct 21, 2025

Respond to alarms, radio calls, and electronic alerts with urgency and professionalism. Must have a valid California Security Guard License.

Chef

Company: Limelight Social Club

Location: Las Vegas, NV

Posted Oct 21, 2025

Plan and design menus that reflect seasonal ingredients and customer preferences. Supervise kitchen staff, providing training and guidance to ensure high-…

Armed Luxury Retail Security Officer

Company: St. Moritz Security Services

Location: Las Vegas, NV

Posted Oct 21, 2025

Responsible for site-specific duties and tasks based on assignment, which may include customer service, loss prevention, retail security, lobby/visitor…

TIG Welder

Company: Raycap Inc

Location: Kearny, NJ

Posted Oct 22, 2025

Use levels, squares, angle finder, and other fabrication tools. Use basic hand tools (grinders, hammer, level). Complete welding of prefabricated assemblies.

Guest Services Representative I - Remote

Company: Tommy Bahama

Location: Phoenix, AZ

Posted Oct 22, 2025

Represents Tommy Bahama through direct and professional interaction with our guests both verbally and in writing. Satisfactory credit and background check.

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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