Contract Jobs in New York City, NY

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Director, Nursing Emergency Department

Company: One Brooklyn Health

Location: Brooklyn, NY

Posted Jun 12, 2025

In addition provide clinical leadership to adhere to enforcement of state nursing practices. Master’s degree in nursing or related field or minimum of ten (10)…

Staff Software Engineer - AI Trainer

Company: DataAnnotation

Location: New York State

Posted Jun 10, 2025

You can work on your own schedule. A bachelor's degree (completed or in progress). You will work with the chatbots that we are building in order to measure…

Software Engineer - AI Trainer

Company: DataAnnotation

Location: Brooklyn, NY

Posted Jun 11, 2025

You can work on your own schedule. A bachelor's degree (completed or in progress). You will work with the chatbots that we are building in order to measure…

Tax & Audit Accountant

Company: Global Empire LLC

Location: New York, NY

Posted Jun 10, 2025

CPA license preferred or CPA candidate who has passed the Uniform CPA Examination and is actively pursuing licensure. Job Types: Full-time, Contract.

Staff Software Engineer - AI Trainer

Company: DataAnnotation

Location: Culver City, CA

Posted Jun 11, 2025

You can work on your own schedule. A bachelor's degree (completed or in progress). You will work with the chatbots that we are building in order to measure…

Machine Learning Engineer - AI Trainer

Company: DataAnnotation

Location: New York State

Posted Jun 10, 2025

You can work on your own schedule. A bachelor's degree (completed or in progress). You will work with the chatbots that we are building in order to measure…

Senior / Staff Accountant

Company: Kforce

Location: New York, NY

Posted Jun 12, 2025

2+ years of related small CPA firm tax prep and review experience - 1040, 1120,1065 along with QuickBooks and accounting services (no assurance required).

Software Engineer - AI Trainer

Company: DataAnnotation

Location: New York, NY

Posted Jun 11, 2025

You can work on your own schedule. A bachelor's degree (completed or in progress). You will work with the chatbots that we are building in order to measure…

Software Engineer - AI Trainer

Company: DataAnnotation

Location: New York State

Posted Jun 10, 2025

You can work on your own schedule. A bachelor's degree (completed or in progress). You will work with the chatbots that we are building in order to measure…

Regional Sales Associate

Company: RepRally

Location: New York, NY

Posted Jun 10, 2025

Build your book of business with independent retail stores as the face of RepRally in the field. Professional field sales experience and exposure to working…

Director, Nursing Critical Care

Company: One Brooklyn Health

Location: Brooklyn, NY

Posted Jun 12, 2025

In addition provide clinical leadership to adhere to enforcement of state nursing practices. Master’s Degree in Nursing or related field is required.

HVAC Commercial Duct Installer

Company: Confidential - HVAC Service and Installation

Location: New York, NY

Posted Jun 10, 2025

Valid driver's license with a clean driving record. Must be able to read and interpret shop drawings, mechanical drawings, perform duct layout, field sketching,…

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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