Contract Jobs in New York City, NY

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Assistant Project Manager

Company: The McCloud Group

Location: Queens, NY

Posted Jul 03, 2025

He or She will be responsible for assisting in scheduling the work, procuring contractor's, overseeing the construction, maintaining schedule, site safety,…

Truck Driver

Company: thyssenkrupp

Location: New York, NY

Posted Jul 02, 2025

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Electrician - Building & Grounds/Facilities Management and Planning

Company: The City University of New York (CUNY)

Location: New York, NY

Posted Jun 28, 2025

At least three years of full-time satisfactory experience as an electrician acquired within the last fifteen years and sufficient satisfactory experience as an…

Data Science Analyst III - Mount Sinai Health Partners

Company: Mount Sinai

Location: New York, NY

Posted Jul 02, 2025

Provides a high degree of technical support to data analytics functions as they relate to varied business units, and technical expertise on the selection,…

Technical Business Analyst (Leveraged Finance)

Company: Santander Holdings USA Inc

Location: New York, NY

Posted Jun 28, 2025

Executes technical plans, system analysis, detailed design specifications, development, unit and component testing. Basic knowledge in development tools.

Conceptual Designer

Company: 24 Seven Talent

Location: New York, NY

Posted Jun 30, 2025

Recruiting campaigns and social media visuals. Event branding and environmental graphics. Web graphics, custom icons, and digital assets.

Experiential Graphic Designer (full-time)

Company: 24 Seven Talent

Location: New York, NY

Posted Jun 30, 2025

5+ years in graphic or environmental design. Bonus: Motion design or 3D rendering skills; knowledge of fabrication processes or event materials.

Proofreader - AI Trainer

Company: DataAnnotation

Location: New York State

Posted Jun 25, 2025

You can work on your own schedule. A bachelor's degree (completed or in progress). Write high-quality answers when given specific prompts.

Deputy Project Manager - Facility Operations and Maintenance

Company: Action Facilities Management

Location: New York, NY

Posted Jun 26, 2025

Assists in developing project scopes and objectives, involving all relevant stakeholders and ensuring technical feasibility.

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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