Contract Jobs in Chicago, IL

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Regional Operations Manager

Company: SMS Assist

Location: Chicago, IL

Posted May 24, 2023

The Regional Operations Manager is responsible for leading a team, ensuring service delivery, managing vendor onboarding, administration, and work order processing, monitoring performance, managing vendor performance, understanding client contracts, working with internal departments, setting budgets, and collaborating with other teams. The role requires advanced customer service, communication, teamwork, negotiation, organization, and problem-solving skills.

Customer Success Manager, Commercial

Company: Kalderos

Location: Chicago, IL

Posted May 26, 2023

Kalderos is a healthcare technology organization focused on pharmaceutical pricing transparency, trust, and equity. They are looking for a Customer Success Manager-Manufacturing to support drug manufacturers with onboarding and production operations, and to engage with states and pharmacy benefit managers. The role requires strong analytical skills, project management, and experience with SaaS/cloud-based products or platforms. Kalderos offers medical, dental, and vision benefits, 401k with company match, flexible work schedule, unlimited PTO, and more.

Inside Territory Sales

Company: Motorola Solutions

Location: Chicago, IL

Posted May 23, 2023

Motorola Solutions is a global leader in public safety and enterprise security, creating and connecting technologies for a safer world. The Inside Sales Representative role involves selling products and services, executing phone-based revenue generating opportunities, and serving as a strategic partner to the sales team. The position requires travel and attending customer-specific meetings. Benefits include medical, dental, and vision benefits, 401K with company match, and paid time off.

Billing Operations Specialist

Company: Intercom

Location: Chicago, IL

Posted May 26, 2023

Intercom, a company redefining customer support through messaging and automation, is seeking a Billing Operations Specialist. The role involves managing customer invoicing, processing payments, handling disputes, and maintaining internal documentation. The ideal candidate should have 2+ years of experience in billing systems, payment portals, and credit card disputes. The base salary range is $57,400 - $77,600 in Chicago, with potential for bonuses and RSUs. Intercom values diversity and equal employment opportunities.

Remote- Marketing Automation, Sr. Specialist

Company: Stericycle

Location: Chicago, IL

Posted May 22, 2023

None Found

FS NA Digital - Mailing List

Company: Capgemini

Location: Chicago, IL

Posted May 28, 2023

Capgemini Financial Services is actively seeking new candidates for various roles in their North American Digital Practice. They encourage applicants to explore open positions on their job portal and to apply even if they don't find a suitable role, as they are open to considering candidates for future opportunities. The company values diverse skills, including UI, Salesforce, Angular, CRM, Adobe AEM, HTML, Microsoft Dynamics 365, GMS Quadient Inspire, and Java. They offer a range of benefits and a supportive work environment, fostering well-being and career growth. Capgemini is committed to diversity and equal opportunity employment.

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Company: Capgemini

Location: Chicago, IL

Posted May 28, 2023

Capgemini Financial Services is seeking new candidates for current and future positions. They encourage you to look through their job portal for open roles. If no roles align with your skills, you can join their mailing list for future opportunities. The company is hiring in several US hub locations and may require relocation. They offer deep industry experience, innovative service offerings, and global delivery in the financial services industry. The posting is for individuals interested in working in Capgemini Financial Services' North America's Cloud Practice. They look for Python, Ab Initio, SQL, Snowflake, Hadoop, ETL, Java, Informatica BI, AWS Cloud Formation, and Oracle DB PL/SQL skills for typical positions like Engineers, Developers, and Architects. Capgemini supports employees' well-being with flexible work, healthcare, financial well-being programs, paid time off, and more. They are a global leader in technology transformation and management, with a strong focus on sustainability and diversity.

Procurement Manager

Company: Optiver

Location: Chicago, IL

Posted May 23, 2023

Optiver is seeking a Procurement Manager to enable and advance the business' technology strategy. The role involves strategic sourcing, process development, vendor relationship management, contract and pricing review, and daily procurement operations. The ideal candidate should have a Bachelor's Degree and 7+ years of experience in Procurement, supply chain, operations, finance, or management consulting. They should have a high aptitude for understanding technical components and a strong risk awareness.

Inside Sales Representative Shredding

Company: Stericycle

Location: Chicago, IL

Posted May 26, 2023

Stericycle is a company dedicated to protecting the environment, people, and public health through innovative solutions. The Inside Sales Representative role involves acquiring new customers, upgrading existing accounts, and selling Shred-it's services within an assigned territory. Key responsibilities include making sales calls, prospecting, and utilizing consultative selling strategies to meet revenue goals. The ideal candidate has a bachelor's degree in Sales/Marketing or equivalent experience, with 2+ years in Sales/Marketing. Knowledge of CRM tools and Microsoft Office products is preferred. Stericycle offers a comprehensive benefits package.

Accounting Director

Company: Hinshaw & Culbertson LLP

Location: Chicago, IL

Posted May 23, 2023

Hinshaw & Culbertson LLP is offering a full-time Accounting Director position in their Chicago office. The role involves overseeing various financial activities, including Accounts Payable, Travel and Expense Management, Cash Application, Payroll, Trust Accounting, Cost Recovery, Treasury Management, Cash Management, Time Records, Auditing, and Partner Communications. The successful candidate will also provide leadership, mentoring, and training to direct reports and other Finance areas. Key responsibilities include managing firm-wide Accounts Payable, Travel and Expense Management, Cash Receipts, Payroll, Client Trust Accounting, Cost Recovery, Treasury Management, Cash Flow Management, and Partner Communications. The ideal candidate should have a Bachelor's Degree in Accounting or Finance, a CPA, and a Master's Degree, with 15+ years of Accounting/Finance experience, including 10+ years managing an Accounting or Finance Department. They should possess extensive knowledge in all areas of Accounting and Finance, working knowledge of best practices, and proven ability to collaborate across departments.

Trucking Procurement Associate, NAM EC

Company: Flexport

Location: Chicago, IL

Posted May 23, 2023

None Found

Hybrid - Senior Director, Enterprise Marketing

Company: Stericycle

Location: Chicago, IL

Posted May 24, 2023

The Senior Director, Enterprise Marketing role at Stericycle involves leading marketing efforts for the Enterprise channel, enabling Sales partners, driving new business growth, partnering with Sales to drive account planning, delivering impactful tradeshow experiences, leveraging commercial intelligence, partnering with Sales Operations and Revenue Management, defining and executing large-scale strategic initiatives, and structuring and packaging analysis into executive-facing narratives.

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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