Contract Jobs in Atlanta, GA

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Travel Nurse RN - Interventional Radiology - $2,586 per week

Company: Assured Nursing

Location: Atlanta, Georgia

Posted Jan 25, 2025

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relocation assistance staffing agency contract

Travel Nurse RN - ICU - Intensive Care Unit - $1,568 per week

Company: Focus Staff

Location: Atlanta, Georgia

Posted Jan 25, 2025

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Project Development Manager I

Company: Schneider Electric

Location: Atlanta, GA

Posted Jan 25, 2025

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Metallurgical Process Control Technician weekend night shift (onsite)

Company: RTX

Location: Columbus, GA

Posted Jan 25, 2025

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full time contract travel

Travel Nurse RN - ICU - Intensive Care Unit - $1,818 per week

Company: LeaderStat

Location: Atlanta, Georgia

Posted Jan 25, 2025

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Client Relationship Executive, DISC

Company: Deloitte

Location: Atlanta, GA

Posted Jan 25, 2025

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contract travel health insurance

Travel Nurse RN - Electrophysiology Lab - $2,225 per week

Company: Stability Healthcare

Location: Atlanta, Georgia

Posted Jan 25, 2025

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Senior Software Engineer 5+ years of experience Ruby on Rails

Sr Software Engineer - ROR

Company: Onit

Location: Atlanta, GA

Posted Jan 25, 2025

Onit is seeking a Senior Software Engineer with 5+ years of experience in web development, particularly in Ruby on Rails, Java, and SQL. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in full cycle development using Agile methodologies and be comfortable working in a Mac/Linux environment. The role involves planning, building, and launching features for Onit's products, solving business problems, and evaluating emerging technologies. The candidate will work closely with designers, project management, and product management teams to craft user experiences and provide analysis on feature complexity and effort. Onit is a global leader in enterprise workflow solutions, focusing on legal compliance, sales, IT, HR, and finance departments.

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Delivery Assurance 1st shift onsite

Company: RTX

Location: Columbus, GA

Posted Jan 25, 2025

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contract travel

Travel Registered Respiratory Therapist - $2,296 per week

Company: Premier Medical Staffing Services

Location: Atlanta, Georgia

Posted Jan 25, 2025

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Gate 1 NDT Inspector- 1st Shift (onsite)

Company: RTX

Location: Columbus, GA

Posted Jan 25, 2025

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Facilities Watch Officer

Company: Leidos

Location: Augusta, GA

Posted Jan 25, 2025

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the typical hourly or weekly rates for contract tech roles at different seniority levels?
Entry‑level contractors earn $30–$50 per hour, mid‑level $50–$80, senior‑level $80–$120, specialist roles such as AI/ML or security typically $100–$150, and lead or architect positions can exceed $150 per hour. Regional cost of living and the specific technology stack also influence these ranges.
What skills and certifications are most sought after for contract tech positions?
High‑demand skills include cloud platform expertise (AWS Certified Solutions Architect, Azure Solutions Architect, GCP Professional Cloud Architect), Kubernetes & Helm, Terraform, CI/CD tools like Jenkins or GitLab CI, security certifications such as CISSP or CompTIA Security+, data engineering tools (Snowflake, BigQuery), programming languages (Python, Go, TypeScript), and Agile or Scrum facilitation. Demonstrated project experience on similar stacks is often required.
Can contract tech roles be performed remotely, and what is the typical remote work policy?
Approximately 80–90% of contract tech positions are fully remote, with clients providing VPN access and collaboration tools. Some contracts may require occasional on‑site visits for client meetings or data‑center access, but most clients emphasize a remote‑first workflow and enforce compliance with local data‑residency laws.
How can contractors advance their careers while staying in contract work?
Contractors can build a strong portfolio, specialize in high‑paying stacks, pursue advanced certifications, and secure retainer or multi‑project contracts. Continuous learning keeps rates high, and many contractors transition into permanent roles with the same clients or move into consulting, contract management, or specialized advisory positions.
What current industry trends are influencing the demand for contract tech talent?
Digital transformation, cloud migration, AI/ML adoption, cybersecurity needs, remote‑first culture, microservices architecture, edge computing, and the rise of platform‑as‑a‑service (PaaS) are driving companies to hire contractors for rapid experimentation, scaling, and expertise that is too scarce for full‑time positions.

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