Contract Jobs in New York City, NY

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Machinist B

Company: Oerlikon

Location: Westbury, NY

Posted Jun 05, 2025

Set up and operate more than one machine tools; such as CNC, millers, grinders, sheet metal equipment and hand tools for machining components.

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Senior Accountant

Company: Essential Associates

Location: Bronx, NY

Posted Jun 04, 2025

Manage, update, and oversee maintenance and organization of all grant documents (e.g. narratives, financials, agreements, amendments, reports, and invoices) in…

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contract travel

Travel Nurse RN - OR - Operating Room - $2,142 per week

Company: GHR Healthcare - Travel Division

Location: Niagara Falls, New York

Posted Jun 08, 2025

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Senior Grant Accountant

Company: Essential Associates

Location: New York, NY

Posted Jun 04, 2025

Assist in the preparation of funder desk audits (specifically the Single Audit, Subpart F of the OMB Uniform Guidance).

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staffing agency contract locum

Travel Nurse RN - Home Health - $2,290 per week

Company: Core Medical Group

Location: Niagara Falls, New York

Posted Jun 08, 2025

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full time night shift weekend availability

Permanent Non-Invasive Cardiologist Opportunity on Beautiful Eastern Long Island, New York

Company: CompHealth

Location: Greenport, New York

Posted Jun 08, 2025

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loan repayment program hospital full time

Primary Care Physician Needed in Fairview, New Jersey

Company: CompHealth

Location: Fairview, New Jersey

Posted Jun 08, 2025

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part time full time contract

Travel LPN / LVN - Home Health - $1,335 per week - Urgently Hiring

Company: Supplemental Health Care

Location: North Tonawanda, New York

Posted Jun 08, 2025

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staffing agency contract locum

Travel LPN / LVN - Long Term Care - $1,380 per week - Urgently Hiring

Company: Core Medical Group

Location: Lewiston, New York

Posted Jun 08, 2025

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hospital contract travel

Local Contract Nurse RN - Telemetry - $55-60 per hour

Company: WCS Healthcare Partners

Location: Niagara Falls, New York

Posted Jun 08, 2025

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staffing agency contract locum

Travel Nurse RN - Long Term Care - $1,630 per week

Company: Core Medical Group

Location: Lewiston, New York

Posted Jun 08, 2025

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contract travel

Travel Nurse RN - OR - Operating Room - $2,142 per week

Company: GHR Healthcare

Location: Niagara Falls, New York

Posted Jun 08, 2025

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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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