Contract Jobs in Austin, TX

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BRT Project Manager

Company: WSP USA

Location: Houston, TX

Posted May 17, 2023

WSP is excited to offer positions for a BRT Project Manager to support their national practice. The role involves managing medium to large-size projects, providing technical expertise, and growing the business.

Origination Associate - GEXA

Company: NextEra Energy, Inc.

Location: Houston, TX

Posted May 14, 2023

The text describes a job position for a Retail C&I Sales Representative at NextEra Energy Resources. The role involves developing customer relationships, identifying new prospects, and executing a direct customer sales plan to grow the company's diverse offering of energy solutions. The position requires experience in retail energy pricing, C&I contract structuring, and selling or working with various energy solutions. The ideal candidate should be located in a competitive market territory and have a flexible job location.

Director, Senior Counsel, Digital

Company: Alcon

Location: Dallas-Fort Worth, TX

Posted May 13, 2023

Alcon is seeking a Director, Senior Counsel, Digital to provide leadership and oversight for legal support of digital initiatives, including digital related products, e-commerce platforms, B2B and B2C initiatives, and data analytics and rights. The role involves serving as a primary legal point of contact, identifying and mitigating legal risks, implementing programs and safeguards, building collaborative relationships, and negotiating contracts. The ideal candidate should have a Bachelor's Degree and Juris Doctorate, 8+ years of directly related experience, and strong knowledge of global cybersecurity, HIPAA, healthcare regulations, digital systems, and contract negotiation.

Revenue Operations Specialist

Company: Auctane

Location: Austin, TX

Posted May 13, 2023

Auctane is a company dedicated to helping sellers fulfill their promises to consumers by providing exceptional delivery services. They offer a range of brands including ShipStation, ShipWorks, ShipEngine, ShippingEasy, Stamps, Endicia, Metapack, Shipsi, GlobalPost, and Packlink. Their mission is to fuel commerce and make the world smaller and more accessible. The Revenue Operations team is responsible for the success and enablement of the sales team, aligning and optimizing sales and revenue processes to drive revenue growth. The Revenue Operations Specialist role involves sales and revenue data analysis, sales process optimization, CRM management, sales support, market research, sales forecasting, training and documentation, and relationship management.

AP Specialist

Company: Lucas Group

Location: Houston, TX

Posted May 13, 2023

Korn Ferry is seeking an Accounts Payable Specialist for a 2-week contract position near Hobby Airport. The role involves processing full cycle accounts payable, including invoices, approvals, and disbursement. The candidate must have 3+ years of full cycle Accounts Payable experience and proficiency in MS Office applications.

HR Representative

Company: Lucas Group

Location: Houston, TX

Posted May 17, 2023

The text describes a full-time, contract position for an HR Representative in Houston, TX. The role involves data and analytics, job description review, termination processing, and investigation support. The position requires strong MS Excel and PowerPoint skills, excellent communication, SAP experience, and minimum 4+ years of HR experience.

Manager, Engineering (Central or Eastern Time Zones)

Company: Workrise

Location: Austin, TX

Posted May 15, 2023

Workrise is a network powering the energy industry, focusing on building and maintaining Node-based microservices for transaction processing. They are seeking a Manager, Engineering to lead a team of 6-8 engineers and work with various stakeholders. The role is remote, but requires collaboration with teams in different time zones. Workrise aims to make an impact on the energy transition and offers a supportive work environment with benefits and professional development opportunities.

Account Executive - Sales

Company: Gartner

Location: Dallas-Fort Worth, TX

Posted May 14, 2023

Gartner is seeking a highly motivated Account Executive to contribute to their double-digit growth. The role involves building relationships with senior executives, driving conference exhibitor sales, and maintaining a pipeline of 3x the value of sales forecast. The ideal candidate should have minimum 7+ years of proven consultative sales experience in the high technology industry.

Manager, Engineering (Central or Eastern Time Zones)

Company: Workrise

Location: Austin, TX

Posted May 16, 2023

Workrise is a company that powers the energy industry by making it easier, faster, and safer to do business. They are hiring for a Manager, Engineering role to help build the next evolution of their platform. The company is committed to providing an environment where all people feel belonging and mutual respect.

Manager, Sales Integration and Automation

Company: Auctane

Location: Austin, TX

Posted May 17, 2023

Auctane is a team of shipping and software experts with a passion for helping merchants move their ideas, dreams, and innovations around the globe. The company includes several successful brands like ShipStation, ShipWorks, ShipEngine, ShippingEasy, Stamps, Endicia, Metapack, Shipsi, GlobalPost, and Packlink. Auctane's values include customer focus, best people, offense, exceptional outcomes, and authenticity. The Revenue Operations team is responsible for post-acquisition integration into Auctane's sales processes and automation. They will develop a sales tools strategy, evaluate and select tools, implement and integrate new tools, train and adopt new tools, manage data, and optimize sales processes.

Ops Manager Landfill

Company: Republic Services

Location: Houston, TX

Posted May 16, 2023

Republic Services is a leader in Environmental Services, committed to creating a more sustainable world. They prioritize sustainability in their operations and encourage a human-centered culture. The Operations Manager - Landfill role involves managing landfill operations, ensuring compliance with policies, and driving change management initiatives.

Sourcing Manager

Company: Schlumberger

Location: Houston, TX

Posted May 15, 2023

The Sourcing Manager is responsible for developing and implementing strategies to manage local sourcing for a center, basin or country portfolio. They manage a team of Sourcing Specialists and create sourcing plans to secure supply and minimize supply chain disruptions. The role involves leading various processes such as request for information, quotation or proposal and bidding processes, supplier evaluation and selection, price negotiation, contracting, and allocating product demand. The Sourcing Manager must have a Bachelor or Master Degree in Supply Chain, Engineering, or Manufacturing and preferred minimum experience of 5 years in Supply Chain. They must be able to comply with Schlumberger and local procedures and be eligible to work in the US.

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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