Contract Jobs in Chicago, IL

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Sales Operations Lead

Company: Janus Health

Location: Chicago IL

Posted Aug 19, 2022

Janus is a company that believes in improving healthcare efficiency and is committed to growing and empowering an inclusive community. They are looking for a Sales Operations Lead to join their team, which is responsible for growing the company's footprint across healthcare customers.

Creative Sales Director - Inside Sales & Project Management

Company: Calia Stone Boutique

Location: Elk Grove Village, IL

Posted Aug 16, 2022

Lead and develop a motivated inside sales team. Creative thinking with an eye for design and presentation. Bi-Weekly creative meeting leads.

Logistics Business Development Executive

Company: Echo Global Logistics

Location: Chicago IL

Posted Aug 15, 2022

Echo Global Logistics is a leading provider of technology-enabled transportation management services. The company is committed to helping its associates grow their careers and offers a competitive compensation package, advancement opportunities, and a fun work environment.

Python API Engineer

Company: Corcentric

Location: Chicago IL

Posted Aug 14, 2022

Corcentric is a leading provider of procurement and finance solutions that transform how companies purchase, pay, and get paid. The company has been named a '50 Providers to Know' by Spend Matters for 5 consecutive years and is considered a major player in procurement, procure-to-pay applications and a leader in supplier relationship management, buy-side contract life-cycle management, spend analysis and management, and sourcing applications.

Delivery Product Specialist

Company: TransUnion

Location: Chicago IL

Posted Aug 14, 2022

The job posting is for an Analyst, Strategic Planning role at TransUnion. The ideal candidate has experience in customer success or delivery operations and is comfortable working with digital data and advertising. The role involves supporting clients with onboarding and integration activities, managing deliverables, and being the voice of the customer with internal teams.

Lead Software Development Engineer in Test (Remote)

Company: Enova

Location: Chicago IL

Posted Aug 15, 2022

Enova is a leading financial technology company providing online financial services through its AI and machine learning powered lending platform. The company is looking for a Lead Software Test Engineer to join its Software Engineering team.

Sales Operations Analyst

Company: Kalderos

Location: Chicago IL

Posted Aug 14, 2022

Kalderos is a company that values collaboration, innovation, and employee growth. They are looking for a Sales Operations Analyst to join their team and provide support to the sales team. The company offers a range of benefits, including continuous growth and development, celebrating employee milestones, and a fair PTO system.

Paralegal, Contract Manager

Company: Echo Global Logistics

Location: Chicago IL

Posted Aug 14, 2022

Echo Global Logistics is a leading provider of technology-enabled transportation management services. The company offers a hybrid work schedule, competitive compensation package, and development opportunities. The job involves negotiating, drafting, and reviewing transportation contracts and commercial contracts.

Director of Engineering (Remote)

Company: Built In

Location: Chicago IL

Posted Aug 15, 2022

Built In is a company that values its employees and communities, and is committed to innovation and growth. They are seeking a Director, Engineering to lead their Engineering Services teams, and are looking for a strong and passionate engineering leader with experience managing and scaling a company's data and technology platform.

Customer Success Manager - Manufacturing

Company: Kalderos

Location: Chicago IL

Posted Aug 13, 2022

Kalderos is a company that builds unifying technologies to bring transparency, trust, and equity to the healthcare community. They are looking for a Customer Success Manager-Manufacturing to help ensure customers have a positive experience through excellent customer service and process improvement. The company values collaboration, empowerment, and continuous growth and development.

Senior Software Development Engineer in Test

Company: Enova

Location: Chicago IL

Posted Aug 15, 2022

Enova is a leading financial technology company providing online financial services through its AI and machine learning powered lending platform. The company is looking for a Senior Software Test Engineer to join its team, with a focus on testing not only at the feature level, but on the product level.

Sales Development Representative (Hybrid)

Company: Telnyx

Location: Chicago IL

Posted Aug 15, 2022

Telnyx is a global connectivity platform that powers carrier-grade services. The company is looking for a Sales Development Representative to join their team, with responsibilities including prospecting, setting up meetings, and developing sales approaches.

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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