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Software Engineer

Hanover, MD · On-site

$140K - $180K/yr

Shift: First * Referral Eligibility: Eligible * U.S. Citizenship Required? Yes Annual Salary Range ... Our software engineers develop the next-generation technologies that drive decision making and ...

Software Engineer

Annapolis, MD · On-site

$140K - $180K/yr

Shift: First * Referral Eligibility: Eligible * U.S. Citizenship Required? Yes Annual Salary Range ... Our software engineers develop the next-generation technologies that drive decision making and ...

Cloud Software Engineer

Potomac, MD · On-site

$62 - $80.75/hr

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$24 - $27/hr

Experience with web-based software, such as Word and Excel. * Must be authorized to work in the ... Advance Polybag - NV- Inc. 4900 Engineers Way Suite 101 North Las Vegas, NV. 89081 1-702-642-1110 ...

N Regular Hours Per Year: 1880 Extra Hours Per Year: 0 Night Work: N Local Travel Using a POV: N ... N Shift Work: N WarZone: N COOP: N Unpublished Skills: N Mandatory Skills: 1. Eight (8) years ...

About Eos Energy Enterprises Eos Energy Enterprises, Inc. is accelerating the shift to American ... The Software Engineer is responsible for the design, development, implementation, testing and ...

Software Engineer

Orlando, FL · On-site

$60K - $100K/yr

AI is reshaping what enterprises need from their engineers, and we are building the engineers who are ahead of that shift. We are expanding our engineering team and looking for experienced software ...

Senior Software Engineer

Washington, DC · On-site

$170K - $230K/yr

Standard Day Shift, Monday-Friday Clearance Requirement: Active Secret security clearance (required) Experience Requirement: Senior-level Compensation Range: $191,000 - $254,000 (based on experience ...

Cloud Software Engineer

Annapolis, MD · On-site

$59.50 - $77.25/hr

N Regular Hours Per Year: 1880 Extra Hours Per Year: 0 Night Work: N Local Travel Using a POV: N ... N Shift Work: N WarZone: N COOP: N Unpublished Skills: N Mandatory Skills: 1. Eight (8) years ...

Software Engineer

Louisville, KY · On-site

$60K - $100K/yr

AI is reshaping what enterprises need from their engineers, and we are building the engineers who are ahead of that shift. We are expanding our engineering team and looking for experienced software ...

Software Engineer

Columbus, OH · On-site

$60K - $100K/yr

AI is reshaping what enterprises need from their engineers, and we are building the engineers who are ahead of that shift. We are expanding our engineering team and looking for experienced software ...

Software Engineer

Mount Pleasant, SC · On-site

$60K - $100K/yr

AI is reshaping what enterprises need from their engineers, and we are building the engineers who are ahead of that shift. We are expanding our engineering team and looking for experienced software ...

Cloud Software Engineer

Potomac, MD

$62 - $80.75/hr

N Regular Hours Per Year: 1880 Extra Hours Per Year: 0 Night Work: N Local Travel Using a POV: N ... N Shift Work: N WarZone: N COOP: N Unpublished Skills: N Mandatory Skills: 1. Twelve (12) years ...

Software Engineer

Dallas, TX · On-site

$60K - $100K/yr

AI is reshaping what enterprises need from their engineers, and we are building the engineers who are ahead of that shift. We are expanding our engineering team and looking for experienced software ...

Software Engineer

Pittsburgh, PA · On-site

$60K - $100K/yr

AI is reshaping what enterprises need from their engineers, and we are building the engineers who are ahead of that shift. We are expanding our engineering team and looking for experienced software ...

Software Engineer

Winchester, TN · On-site

$60K - $100K/yr

AI is reshaping what enterprises need from their engineers, and we are building the engineers who are ahead of that shift. We are expanding our engineering team and looking for experienced software ...

Software Engineer The Mission: Do you want to build software that solves the world's most complex ... Our work is challenging, and we go home at night knowing that we pushed the envelope of technology ...

Software Engineer

Potomac, MD · On-site

$60K - $100K/yr

AI is reshaping what enterprises need from their engineers, and we are building the engineers who are ahead of that shift. We are expanding our engineering team and looking for experienced software ...

Job #218413 Chipton-Ross is seeking a Software Engineer for a contract opportunity in Owego, NY ... WORK HOURS * 4/10-1st Shift. ADDITIONAL * Must already have an active security clearance.

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How much do night shift software engineer jobs pay per year?

As of Jul 5, 2026, the average yearly pay for night shift software engineer in the United States is $147,524.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $120,000.00 and $173,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a Night Shift Software Engineer job?

A Night Shift Software Engineer is responsible for developing, maintaining, and troubleshooting software applications during nighttime hours. Companies with global operations or 24/7 services often require engineers to monitor systems, handle urgent issues, and support international teams. This role may involve debugging, deploying updates, or responding to incidents to ensure smooth operations. It requires strong problem-solving skills, adaptability to late hours, and effective communication with day shift teams.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in the Night Shift Software Engineer position, and why are they important?

To excel as a Night Shift Software Engineer, you need strong programming skills, familiarity with software development methodologies, and a relevant degree in computer science or a related field. Experience with version control systems like Git, automated deployment tools, and possibly certifications such as AWS Certified Developer are valuable assets. Excellent problem-solving abilities, strong communication, and self-motivation are crucial soft skills for working independently and collaborating with remote or global teams. These skills ensure continuous system reliability, effective communication across shifts, and high-quality technical output during less traditional working hours.

What are some unique challenges of working as a Night Shift Software Engineer?

One unique challenge in this role is managing communication and coordination with day-shift teams, as you may have limited overlap for real-time collaboration. You may also need to troubleshoot critical incidents or perform maintenance tasks during planned downtime, which often occurs overnight. Strong self-discipline and time management are important to maintain productivity and work-life balance. However, working nights can offer greater autonomy, fewer interruptions, and opportunities to handle high-impact technical responsibilities.

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Infographic showing various Night Shift Software Engineer job openings in the United States as of June 2026, with employment types broken down into 73% Full Time, 22% Part Time, and 5% Contract. Highlights an 89% Physical, 4% Hybrid, and 7% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $147,524 per year, or $70.9 per hour.
Software Engineer

$140K - $180K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Posted 20 days ago


Job description

  • Requisition ID: 2609
  • Standard Title:
  • Required Security Clearance: Top Secret/SCI with Full Scope Polygraph
  • Location: Hanover, MD
  • Work Type:
  • Shift: First
  • Referral Eligibility: Eligible
  • U.S. Citizenship Required? Yes

Annual Salary Range:
$140,000 to $180,000 with Full Benefits to include Health/Dental/Vision and PTO.
Description:
Base-2 Solutions is looking for a top-notch software engineer to join our team. We are driven to solve challenging customer problems by leveraging innovative technical solutions. Our software engineers develop the next-generation technologies that drive decision making and impact our national defense. We're looking for engineers who bring fresh ideas from all areas, including information retrieval, distributed computing, large-scale system design, networking and data storage, security, artificial intelligence, natural language processing, and UI design. We need our engineers to be versatile, display leadership qualities and be enthusiastic to take on new problems as we continue to push technology forward.
Responsibilities:
Develops, maintains, and enhances complex and diverse software systems (e.g., processing-intensive analytics, novel algorithm development, manipulation of extremely large data sets, real-time systems, and business management information systems) based upon documented requirements. Works individually or as part of a team. Reviews and tests software components for adherence to the design requirements and documents test results. Resolves software problem reports. Utilizes software development and software design methodologies appropriate to the development environment. Provides specific input to the software components of system design to include hardware/software trade-offs, software reuse, use of Commercial Off-the-shelf (COTS)/Government Off-the-shelf (GOTS) in place of new development, and requirements analysis and synthesis from system level to individual software components.
Experience with some or all of the following:
  • Programming languages such as Java, C#, C++, JavaScript, Python, Scala, Ruby and Go
  • IDEs such as Eclipse, NetBeans, IntelliJ IDEA, PyCharm, Visual Studio and VS Code
  • Operating systems such as Windows, Unix, Linux and macOS
  • Team collaboration and issue tracking tools such as Atlassian Suite (JIRA, Confluence), GitHub and ServiceNow
  • Software frameworks such as Spring, Angular and Bootstrap
  • Databases such as Oracle, MySQL and MongoDB
  • Build tools such as Maven and Jenkins
  • Containers and container orchestration tools such as Docker and Kubernetes
  • Configuration management tools such as Git, SVN and CVS
  • Cloud providers such as AWS, Azure and Google Cloud

Requirements:
  • Seven (7) years experience as a software engineer is required.
  • Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or related discipline from an accredited college or university is required.
  • Four (4) years of additional software engineering experience may be substituted for a bachelor's degree.
  • TS/SCI with Full Scope Polygraph clearance is required.

Pay & Benefit Highlights
Compensation
  • Competitive fixed salary or hourly pay (based on experience, skills, location, and internal equity).
  • Employee referral bonuses up to $10,000 per hired referral.
  • Additional bonus opportunities for exceptional performance and contributions to business development and company growth (role-dependent).
Health
  • 100% company-paid medical premiums for employees and eligible dependents.
  • Choose from multiple plan options with CareFirst, Kaiser, and UnitedHealthcare, including PPO, POS, HMO, and HSA-compatible plans.
  • 100% company-paid dental premiums for employees and eligible dependents.
  • 100% company-paid vision premiums for employees and eligible dependents.
Income Protection
  • 100% company-paid premiums for short-term disability.
  • 100% company-paid premiums for long-term disability.
  • 100% company-paid premiums for accidental death & dismemberment (AD&D).
  • 100% company-paid premiums for life insurance up to $200,000.
Retirement
  • 401(k) with immediate vesting: 4% company match plus a 4% non-elective company contribution (8% total).
  • 401(k) pre-tax and Roth options.
Leave
  • Up to 20 days of flexible paid time off (PTO).
  • 11 paid floating holidays.
Work-Life Balance
  • Flexible work schedules, including flex time and compressed work periods (contract and project-dependent).