Contract Jobs in Austin, TX

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Account Executive, Spectrum Community Solutions

Company: Spectrum

Location: Coppell, TX

Posted Oct 06, 2024

The text describes an Account Executive role in the Community Solutions sales team at Spectrum. The role involves selling state-of-the-art products and services to builders and property managers of multiple dwelling unit (MDU) communities. The successful candidate will interface with high-level clientele and work cross-functionally with various internal teams. The role offers opportunities for career growth, competitive pay, and a winning team culture. Required qualifications include a Bachelor's degree, 3+ years of related sales experience, and strong communication and negotiation skills. Preferred qualifications include knowledge of cable, TV, Internet, and/or Voice products and services, and experience with automated report applications.

Region Human Resources Business Partner

Company: Sysco

Location: Houston, TX

Posted Oct 06, 2024

The Region Human Resources Business Partner at US1141 Buckhead Meat of Houston, Inc. will work strategically with the lead HRBP to execute regional, market-level, and enterprise-wide initiatives. Responsibilities include partnering with regional function leads, overseeing performance management, ensuring compliance with employment laws, and providing day-to-day direction to HR staff. The ideal candidate has at least 7 years of exempt-level Sysco Human Resources experience or a Bachelor's degree with relevant experience. Preferred qualifications include Workday experience and HRCI certification.

Engineering Ops Manager (Hospital setting)

Company: CBRE

Location: Frisco, TX

Posted Oct 06, 2024

The Engineering Operations Manager role at CBRE involves leading and developing technical staff, overseeing operations and maintenance, and contributing to budgeting. The role requires improving preventive maintenance programs, creating manuals, coordinating with contractors, communicating with tenants, handling emergencies, ensuring compliance, and providing supervision. CBRE offers a competitive compensation package, career development support, and a commitment to diversity and equal employment opportunity.

Sports Director Jobs / Athlete Evaluator (baseball, Softball, Football, Volleyball, Or Lax)

Company: Area Scouts

Location: League City, TX

Posted Oct 06, 2024

Area Scouts is a rapidly growing athlete health and development platform, aiming to become the world's leading program. They offer full-time and part-time positions for sports coaches, instructors, trainers, physical therapists, athlete evaluators, and scouts. The company focuses on preventing injuries and providing high-level training for youth athletes in various sports. They prioritize diversity, inclusion, and offer benefits such as medical/dental insurance, flexible schedules, and opportunities for advancement within the organization.

Area Scouts | Sports - Regional Manager | Athlete Evaluator

Company: Area Scouts

Location: San Antonio, TX

Posted Oct 06, 2024

Area Scouts is a rapidly growing athlete health and development platform, aiming to become the world's leading program. They offer a wide range of sports coverage and are seeking experienced professionals for full-time and part-time positions. The company is committed to preventing youth sports injuries and providing affordable, high-quality training. They offer comprehensive benefits, flexible schedules, and opportunities for advancement within the organization.

Area General Manager

Company: Sodexo

Location: Corpus Christi, TX

Posted Oct 06, 2024

Sodexo is seeking a strategic Area General Manager for Corpus Christi Medical Center Bay Area. The role involves overseeing 3 locations, focusing on budgets, financial reporting, client relations, and talent management. Success is driven by positive outcomes through client satisfaction, retention, and positive patient and guest satisfaction scores. The ideal candidate should have GM level experience managing food operations, strong financial acumen, and effective communication skills. Sodexo offers a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision care, 401(k) plan, paid time off, and career growth opportunities.

Project Manager Electric Utilities

Company: Leidos

Location: Dallas, TX

Posted Oct 06, 2024

Leidos Engineering is seeking a Project Manager in Texas to join their Power Delivery Solutions division. The role involves overseeing a diverse portfolio of electric utility projects, leading a team of project managers, and ensuring successful project delivery. The position offers a fast-paced work environment, flexible hours, and opportunities for career development and growth. Required qualifications include a Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Construction Management, Business, or a related discipline, and relevant Project Management experience in the electric power industry. Preferred qualifications include PMP Certification and experience with Substation and/or Transmission Line projects.

Research Scientist II - Modeling and Simulation

Company: Leidos

Location: San Antonio, TX

Posted Oct 06, 2024

Leidos Health and Civil is seeking a Modeling & Simulation (M&S) Research Scientist to work with the Directed Energy (DE) Health Effects Directorate at the Naval Medical Research Unit San Antonio (NAMRU-SA). The role involves developing cutting-edge M&S tools and algorithms, evaluating user needs, and generating documentation. The ideal candidate should have a PhD in a relevant field, two years of postdoctoral experience, and experience with programming languages like C++, Python, R, SQL, PostgreSQL, Linux, MATLAB, VBA, or STK. US citizenship is required due to Federal contract requirements. The pay range is $65,000.00 - $117,500.00.

Area Scouts | Sports - Regional Manager | Athlete Evaluator

Company: Area Scouts

Location: Fort Worth, TX

Posted Oct 06, 2024

Area Scouts is a rapidly growing athlete health initiative platform, focusing on athlete development and injury prevention. They offer full-time and part-time positions for Sports Directors, Regional Managers, Athlete Evaluators, and Assistant Evaluators. The company is committed to providing high-level training and guidance to athletes of all ages and skill levels, aiming to become the world's leading athlete health and development program. They are currently seeking experienced sports professionals to join their team, offering salary positions with benefits, flexible schedules, and opportunities for advancement. The company emphasizes diversity, inclusion, and the importance of athlete health, providing a range of benefits including medical/dental insurance, 401k, sports-related discounts, and national sports event invitations.

Competitive Pricing Architect

Company: NTT DATA Services

Location: Plano, TX

Posted Oct 06, 2024

NTT DATA is seeking a Competitive Pricing Architect for its Strategic Pursuits Team in Plano, Texas. The role involves overseeing pricing for complex, multi-tower pursuits across the North American services business, requiring deep expertise in both services and technology areas. The ideal candidate should possess excellent organizational skills, a bias towards action, and the ability to communicate effectively at both executive and sales levels. The role involves evaluating and reviewing pricing for complex technology services proposals, collaborating with sales, finance, and operational teams, and developing pricing strategies and proposals. The candidate should have a Batchelor's degree in Business, Administration, Finance, or related field, and at least 7 years of experience in deal review/approval roles in sales organizations, preferably in the IT services industry.

Energy Storage Engineer

Company: RWE Clean Energy

Location: Austin, TX

Posted Oct 06, 2024

RWE Clean Energy, LLC is seeking an Energy Storage Engineer to develop preliminary designs and evaluate new markets, energy storage applications, and use cases. The candidate will be responsible for engineering activities, including project development support, project design, utility tariff review, energy use case model, and development of single line diagrams, site plans, and customer utility bill evaluation. The role involves participation in industry working groups, customer discussions, and supporting local project approvals. The candidate will also be responsible for developing engineering design packages for permitting. Qualifications include a Bachelor's Degree in Electrical or Mechanical Engineering, PE Registration, and proficiency in computer software. The position is a hybrid office-based role with some travel and visits to other RWECE offices and field locations.

Lead Business Technology Product Owner - eCMS

Company: Vizient

Location: Dallas-Fort Worth, TX

Posted Oct 06, 2024

The role involves leading product strategy, developing a deep understanding of business goals, and collaborating with stakeholders to deliver software enhancements. The job requires expertise in product business domain, experience managing large programs, and strong problem-solving and analytical skills.

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the typical salary ranges for contract tech roles by seniority?
Junior Cloud Engineer: $50–$80 per hour. Mid‑level Cloud Engineer or Full‑Stack Developer: $80–$120 per hour. Senior Cloud Engineer, Lead Data Scientist, or Senior Cybersecurity Consultant: $120–$160+ per hour, depending on region and niche skill set.
What skills and certifications do contractors need to command top rates?
Cloud: AWS Certified Solutions Architect – Associate or Professional, Microsoft Certified: Azure Solutions Architect Expert, Google Professional Cloud Architect. DevOps: Docker, Kubernetes, Terraform, GitLab CI/CD, Jenkins. Data: Python, SQL, Pandas, Scikit‑learn, TensorFlow, PyTorch. Cybersecurity: CEH, CISSP, CompTIA Security+. Proficiency in remote collaboration tools (Zoom, Slack, Teams) and version control (Git) is also essential.
Can contract roles be fully remote and what does that entail?
Yes, many contract positions are fully remote. Contractors must secure a reliable internet connection, set up VPNs or cloud access, and align with client time zones. Some clients require occasional on‑site visits for critical integrations, but most day‑to‑day work is done via screen sharing, Slack, and cloud IDEs.
How can contract work lead to long‑term career growth?
Contract work builds a measurable portfolio: deliverables, code repositories, client testimonials, and certifications. By consistently exceeding expectations, contractors can secure repeat engagements, transition to permanent roles, or establish a lucrative freelance consulting practice. Networking through project handovers and industry events also opens doors to higher‑pay senior contracts.
What industry trends are shaping contract tech talent demand?
AI/ML model deployment on edge devices, serverless architectures (AWS Lambda, Azure Functions), 5G edge computing, and zero‑trust security are driving demand for specialized contractors. Additionally, the rise of remote‑first agencies and digital marketplaces (Toptal, Upwork, Hired) amplifies competition, making up‑to‑date certifications and niche skill sets critical for staying ahead.

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