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Java Developer Night Shift Jobs in Des Plaines, IL

Roadway Resident Engineer

Wheaton, IL · On-site

$90K - $115K/yr

Roadway Resident Engineer - Night ShiftBuild the Future of Illinois Infrastructure with The Will ... This position supports night shift construction operations and requires regular overnight work ...

Required : • 1-2 years of strong Java programming experience • Excellent Java/C++ programming ... night • Ability and strong desire to understand and utilize new technologies • BA or BS, ...

Production Worker (Night Shift)

Lincolnshire, IL · On-site

$16.25 - $19.50/hr

Night Shift Premium - $1.50 per hour * Weekend Pay - paid at time and a half * Benefits - start ... Army * 12N - Horizontal Construction Engineer * 21E/12E - Construction Equipment Operator Navy * EO ...

Excellent Java/C++ programming skills in a team environment * Experience with EJB, JSP, J2EE ... Willingness to travel over-night * Ability and strong desire to understand and utilize new ...

Excellent Java/C++ programming skills in a team environment * Experience with EJB, JSP, J2EE ... Willingness to travel over-night * Ability and strong desire to understand and utilize new ...

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How much do java developer night shift jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 30, 2026, the average hourly pay for java developer night shift in Des Plaines, IL is $55.25, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $47.79 and $61.83 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a Java developer night shift?

A Java Developer Night Shift job involves designing, developing, and maintaining Java-based applications while working during nighttime hours. This role is often required by companies that operate globally, support international clients, or manage critical systems that need 24/7 monitoring. Responsibilities include writing clean code, debugging issues, collaborating with teams remotely, and ensuring system stability outside regular business hours. Night shift developers may also handle urgent issues, deploy updates, and provide support to maintain smooth operations.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a Java developer night shift?

A successful Java Developer Night Shift requires strong proficiency in Java programming, problem-solving abilities, and typically a degree in computer science or related field. Familiarity with tools such as Eclipse or IntelliJ IDEA, version control systems like Git, and frameworks such as Spring Boot is often essential, while certifications like Oracle Certified Java Programmer can be beneficial. Excellent communication skills, self-motivation, and the ability to work autonomously during non-standard hours set top candidates apart. These skills ensure effective system maintenance, timely issue resolution, and reliable performance even with minimal direct supervision overnight.

What are some common challenges faced by Java developers working the night shift, and how are they addressed?

Java Developers working the night shift often handle live support, system monitoring, and urgent bug fixes when fewer staff are present, which can require greater independence and problem-solving skills. Adapting to the night schedule and ensuring effective collaboration with daytime teams are also common challenges. Most organizations support night shift developers with clear escalation procedures, comprehensive documentation, and scheduled handover meetings to facilitate smooth communication. This setup helps ensure that all critical updates and issues are efficiently managed across different shifts, allowing developers to maintain high standards of reliability and code quality.

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Infographic showing various Java Developer Night Shift job openings in Des Plaines, IL as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 71% Full Time, 23% Part Time, 3% Contract, and 2% Nights. Highlights an 99% Physical, and 1% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $114,922 per year, or $55.3 per hour.

Backend Java developer

Accord Technologies Inc.

Chicago, IL • On-site

$52 - $67.50/hr

Contractor

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Job description

Title: Backend Java Developer
Location: Chicago, IL
Position type: W2 contract

Experience Requirements
• 15+ years of experience designing and developing software applications in Java
• Minimum of 3+ years of experience leading geographically dispersed teams
Required Skills
• Strong Java 17
• Backend development (MUST)
• RESTful web services
• AWS knowledge: IAM, Kinesis, DynamoDB, API stack, SQS, SNS, KMS
• PostgreSQL or any relational database
• DevOps
• High Availability and Reliable Solutions
• Some architecture experience
Technical Skills (Desired)
• Python experience
Job Description
• Competent to perform all programming and development assignments without close supervision; normally assigned the more complex aspects of systems work.
• Acts as team leader for development and support groups; provides programming and application/technical leadership, guidance, and assistance to other team members.
• Works directly on complex application/technical problem identification and resolution, including responding to off-shift and weekend support calls.
• Works independently on complex systems or infrastructure components that one or more applications or systems may use.
• Drives application development focused around delivering business valuable features.
• Maintains high standards of software quality within the team by establishing good practices and habits.
• Identifies and encourages areas for growth and improvement within the team.
• Mentors junior developers.
• Communicates with end users and internal customers to help direct development, debugging, and testing of application software for accuracy, integrity, interoperability, and completeness.
• Leads development of new functionality and applications on cross-functional teams.
• Performs integration testing and customer acceptance testing of components that requires careful planning and execution to ensure timely, quality results.
• Participates in technology evaluation and recommendations.
• Applies an enterprise-wide view to solutions to support the adoption of standards and practices and promote reuse.
• Performs production support triage, coordinating incident resolution and stakeholder communication.
• Performs other job duties as assigned by Caterpillar management from time to time.
Soft Skills (Required)
• Ability to work under pressure and within time constraints
• Passion for technology and eagerness to contribute to a team-oriented environment
• Mentoring junior developers
• Production support triage, incident resolution, stakeholder communication

Required Education
• Bachelor's degree or higher in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, or a related field