Contract Jobs in New York City, NY

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Local Contract Radiology Technologist - $60-63 per hour

Company: HonorVet Technologies

Location: Brooklyn, New York

Posted Aug 10, 2025

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Travel Med/Surg Registered Nurse - $2,080 per week

Company: Core Medical Group

Location: City of Amsterdam, New York

Posted Aug 10, 2025

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Business Services Manager - Workforce Development

Company: Educational Data Systems, Inc.

Location: New York, NY

Posted Aug 11, 2025

Demonstrated telephone, computer and written communication skills. Ability to maintain flexibility as needs of contract or contractor require.

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AWS Solutions Architect

Company: InfiCare

Location: Redwood City, CA

Posted Aug 11, 2025

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or related field. AWS Certified Solutions Architect certification.

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Local Contract Nurse RN - Labor and Delivery - $53-57 per hour

Company: Host Healthcare

Location: Niagara Falls, New York

Posted Aug 10, 2025

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DCJS Certified Security Guard Instructor – General Topics

Company: Eagle Security & Protection Inc

Location: New York, NY

Posted Aug 11, 2025

Paid per class or per student, negotiable. Provide feedback and support to students to help them succeed. Maintain accurate DCJS-compliant training records,…

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Physician - Hematology/Oncology - Medical Director opportunity

Company: Trinity Health

Location: Albany, New York

Posted Aug 11, 2025

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Local Contract Ultrasound Technologist - $59-63 per hour

Company: Host Healthcare

Location: Niagara Falls, New York

Posted Aug 10, 2025

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Travel Nurse RN - OR - Operating Room - $2,382 per week

Company: ARMStaffing

Location: Niagara Falls, New York

Posted Aug 10, 2025

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Travel Medical/Surgical & Telemetry Registered Nurse - $1,991 per week

Company: Stability Healthcare

Location: Sioux City, Iowa

Posted Aug 10, 2025

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Travel Nurse RN - Labor and Delivery - $3,350 per week

Company: Seven Healthcare

Location: Niagara Falls, New York

Posted Aug 10, 2025

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Travel Nurse RN - LDRP - Labor Delivery Recovery & Postpartum - $2,254 per week

Company: First Connect Health

Location: New London, New Hampshire

Posted Aug 10, 2025

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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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