Contract Jobs in New York City, NY

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Associate, ESG Credit Risk

Company: Santander US

Location: New York, NY

Posted Jan 22, 2025

Senior Finance Manager

Company: GE Aerospace

Location: Long Island, NY

Posted Jan 23, 2025

The job posting is for a Senior Finance Manager position in a new Product Line at Edison Works. The role involves leading finance for multiple GE sites, managing financial forecasting, understanding contractual requirements, and partnering with management and operations teams. The successful candidate will also develop strategies and financials for major projects, monitor project costs, and implement process improvements. The position requires a Bachelor's degree, at least 7 years of experience in financial and project management, and the ability to obtain a US Federal Government security clearance. The base pay range is $110,000-$145,000, with additional benefits including healthcare, retirement plans, and paid time-off. GE Aerospace offers a positive work environment with professional development opportunities and competitive compensation.

Vehicle Condition Assessor

Company: CarMax

Location: Boulder City, NV

Posted Jan 22, 2025

The Vehicle Condition Assessor (VCA) position at CarMax involves delivering exceptional customer service by accurately collecting, recording, and communicating information about customer appraisals. The role includes conducting vehicle condition assessments, optioning vehicles, imaging retail and wholesale vehicles, securing vehicles, assisting with customer transfers, and executing lot merchandising activities. The VCA may also perform wholesale auction responsibilities and assist with various office duties. The job requires multi-tasking in a fast-paced environment, effective communication, and adherence to CarMax policies.

Territory Manager, New York City

Company: BD

Location: Manhattan, NY

Posted Jan 22, 2025

Fleet Solutions Program Manager

Company: GE Vernova

Location: Schenectady, NY

Posted Jan 23, 2025

The job description outlines a Project Management role focused on service projects, ensuring customer satisfaction and adherence to financial/commercial parameters. The role involves supervision, organization, and execution of projects, with responsibilities including scope, time, cost, and quality management. The ideal candidate should have a Bachelor's degree, at least 3 years of advanced experience in Services & Services Project Management, and strong communication and problem-solving skills. The position offers a competitive salary range of $78,800 - $131,200 USD Annual, with additional benefits such as healthcare, retirement plans, and paid time-off.

Senior Associate, Business Development, Capital One Dining

Company: Capital One

Location: New York, NY

Posted Jan 22, 2025

Capital One Dining is seeking a Senior Associate, Business Development, with a passion for the dining industry and relevant experience. The role involves restaurant acquisition, relationship management, and event planning. The successful candidate will have strong organizational skills, communication abilities, and analytical thinking. They should be familiar with premium customer experiences in the financial services industry. The position offers exposure to strategic decision-making and program development within a leading financial services organization. Basic qualifications include a Bachelor's Degree and at least 2 years of experience in business development or operations.

Program Manager, Construction Area Environmental Health and Safety

Company: Google

Location: Kansas City, MO

Posted Jan 22, 2025

Google is seeking a Program Manager with extensive experience in Environmental Health and Safety (EHS) and program or project management. The role involves leading complex, multi-disciplinary projects, managing project schedules, identifying risks, and communicating with cross-functional partners. The successful candidate will design, develop, and deploy EHS programs and initiatives, working with various partners to improve EHS programs and performance on projects. They will also be responsible for tracking performance metrics, developing practices, and reporting to stakeholders. The role offers a competitive salary range of $139,000-$207,000 + bonus + equity + benefits.

Principal Field Service Specialist

Company: Waters

Location: Albany, NY / Remote

Posted Jan 22, 2025

General Manager 4 - Food

Company: Sodexo

Location: Purchase, NY

Posted Jan 22, 2025

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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