Contract Jobs in Chicago, IL

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contract travel 401(k)

Travel Nurse RN - PCU - Progressive Care Unit - $2,218 per week

Company: GHR Healthcare

Location: East Chicago, Indiana

Posted Apr 20, 2025

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Ambulatory RN 2 - Allergy/Immunology Clinic

Company: Rush University Medical Center

Location: Chicago, IL

Posted May 08, 2025

Current license and credentials by the state they are assigned. 6.Utilizes evidence-based ambulatory care nursing interventions during clinical visits,…

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per diem contract travel

Travel Nurse RN - Telemetry - $1,856 per week

Company: Zack Group

Location: Chicago, Illinois

Posted Apr 27, 2025

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staffing agency contract travel

Travel Respiratory Therapist - $1,726 per week

Company: MedPro Healthcare Allied Staffing

Location: Chicago, Illinois

Posted Apr 28, 2025

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Full Stack Developer- AI Trainer

Company: DataAnnotation

Location: Chicago, IL

Posted Apr 18, 2025

You can work on your own schedule. A bachelor's degree (completed or in progress). You will work with the chatbots that we are building in order to measure…

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part time full time contract

Travel Interventional Radiology Technologist - $2,281 per week

Company: Supplemental Health Care

Location: Chicago, Illinois

Posted Apr 21, 2025

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staffing agency contract travel

Travel Interventional Radiology Technologist - $2,735 per week

Company: MedPro Healthcare Allied Staffing

Location: Chicago, Illinois

Posted Apr 20, 2025

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relocation assistance staffing agency contract

Travel CT Technologist - $2,652 per week

Company: Focus Staff

Location: Chicago, Illinois

Posted Apr 29, 2025

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staffing agency contract travel

Travel Nurse RN - Interventional Radiology - $2,735 per week

Company: MedPro Healthcare Staffing

Location: Chicago, Illinois

Posted Apr 28, 2025

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Data Control Officer | Security (Access Control)

Company: Sitemetric

Location: Elk Grove Village, IL

Posted Apr 28, 2025

Sitemetric provides construction owners, general contractors, subcontractors, and workers data, hardware, software, and tech-enabled services in combinations…

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hospital staffing agency full time

Travel Emergency Room RN - $1,620 per week

Company: Travel Nurses, Inc.

Location: Chicago, Illinois

Posted Apr 21, 2025

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Power BI Developer

Company: Velvetech

Location: Chicago, IL

Posted Apr 18, 2025

Design, develop and support data analytics using Power BI service, self-service models, and visualization tools. Experience with differen large language models.

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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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