Contract Jobs in New York City, NY

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RN Clinical Manager

Company: Royal Care Certified

Location: Flushing, NY

Posted Aug 08, 2025

Ensuring progress reports are being properly documented and in compliance with state regulations. Royal Care Certified Home Care is seeking a Clinical /Nurse…

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PRN Retail Pharmacist

Company: Cardinal Health

Location: West New York, NJ

Posted Aug 07, 2025

Participates in supervision of technical staff. Immunization Certification or willing to become a certified immunizer within 90 days of hire.

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Sr. Accountant

Company: Robert Half

Location: New York, NY

Posted Aug 08, 2025

Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting or related field. Monitor and reconcile daily sales, revenue, and cash activity; investigate discrepancies and support…

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full time per diem travel

Travel Nurse RN - Labor and Delivery - $2,259 per week

Company: ARMStaffing

Location: Niagara Falls, New York

Posted Aug 10, 2025

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System Design Architect (Source-to-Pay Systems) – 12-Month Contract

Company: Charles Alan Consulting

Location: New York, NY

Posted Aug 08, 2025

The architect will drive the design and technical documentation for end-to-end S2P processes, ensuring future-proof system integration, data governance, and…

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hospital contract travel

Physical Therapist - Acute - (PT - Acute)

Company: AMN Healthcare, Inc. Medical

Location: BRYSON CITY, North Carolina

Posted Aug 07, 2025

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Senior Network Security Engineer

Company: Atrium Staffing

Location: New York, NY

Posted Aug 08, 2025

The Senior Network Security Engineer will be responsible for providing networking, security engineering, and troubleshooting support on network infrastructure…

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contract travel health insurance

Travel Nurse RN - Labor and Delivery - $2,600 per week

Company: Seven Healthcare

Location: Niagara Falls, New York

Posted Aug 10, 2025

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contract travel night shift

Travel Nurse RN - ED - Emergency Department - $3,600 per week

Company: Seven Healthcare

Location: Niagara Falls, New York

Posted Aug 10, 2025

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Customer Service Representative

Company: Farm To People

Location: Brooklyn, NY

Posted Aug 08, 2025

Field calls from customers while deliveries are being made via delivery app and google voice. Answer calls & SMS from customers during in-office hours.

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hospital contract night shift

Local Contract Nurse RN - ED - Emergency Department - $50-65 per hour

Company: WCS Healthcare Partners

Location: Niagara Falls, New York

Posted Aug 10, 2025

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Business Data Analyst – Hourly Data Management

Company: The City University of New York (CUNY)

Location: New York, NY

Posted Aug 07, 2025

To qualify for Levels 2 - 4, additional qualifications, such as education, experience, or certification relevant to the area of specialization are required.

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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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