Contract Jobs in New York City, NY

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Asst. Project Manager

Company: NY Mechanical Contractor - HVAC

Location: New York, NY

Posted Jun 24, 2025

Maintain effective field construction organization utilizing the necessary engineering, labor, equipment, materials, tools, subcontracted services, and other…

Developer - AI Trainer

Company: DataAnnotation

Location: New York, NY

Posted Jun 24, 2025

A bachelor’s degree (completed or in progress). Proficiency in at least one of the following programming languages or frameworks: JavaScript, TypeScript, Python…

Project Manager

Company: SH5 CONSTRUCTION CORP.

Location: Manhattan, NY

Posted Jun 19, 2025

Do you have valid driver's license? EDUCATION: *Bachelor’s Degree (BA or BS) from a four-year college or university, or equivalent training, education, and…

Acct. Director, Global Partnerships

Company: Virtuoso, Ltd.

Location: New York, NY

Posted Jun 19, 2025

Bachelor's degree in Business, Travel & Tourism, Marketing, or a related field. Develop a global and regional partner strategy focused on driving revenue growth…

Plumber

Company: Rely

Location: Brooklyn, NY

Posted Jun 16, 2025

A valid plumbing license or certification may be required based on local regulations. Utilize hand tools and power tools for tasks such as pipe threading,…

Director, Pediatric and Young Adult Clinical Educator

Company: One Brooklyn Health

Location: Brooklyn, NY

Posted Jun 17, 2025

Current BCLS certification, PALS Certification preferred. Assists in formulating long and short term with goals within the clinical areas as participates in…

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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