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Sports Director / Athlete Evaluator (baseball, Softball, Football, Volleyball, Or Lax)

Company: Area Scouts

Location: Jersey City, NJ

Posted Dec 20, 2024

Area Scouts is a rapidly growing athlete health and development platform, aiming to become the world's leading program. They focus on preventing injuries and providing high-level training to athletes of all ages and skill levels. The company is currently hiring for various full-time and part-time positions, including Regional Manager, Sports Director, and Athlete Evaluators. Requirements include 2+ years of professional coaching or playing experience and a commitment to youth athlete development. The company offers comprehensive benefits, flexible schedules, and opportunities for advancement within the organization.

Controls Engineer

Company: Wachter, Inc.

Location: Kansas City, MO

Posted Dec 20, 2024

Wachter is seeking a full-time Controls Engineer to work with their industrial team in Lenexa, KS. They value relationships and offer competitive pay, exceptional benefits, and a company-paid 401k. The position requires 5-10 years of experience with Rockwell Automation Control Platforms, leadership experience, and a BS degree in Engineering. Responsibilities include troubleshooting, material ordering, preventative maintenance, and improving system reliability.

Deputy Chief of Quality Assurance

Company: The Port Authority of New York & New Jersey

Location: Jersey City, NJ

Posted Dec 20, 2024

The Deputy Chief of Quality Assurance will oversee the division's building department services, including quality assurance audits, issuance of permits, and structural integrity inspections. The role involves managing division staff, consulting services, and digital transformation. Minimum qualifications include a Bachelor's degree in Engineering or Architecture, licensure in New York and/or New Jersey, and 12+ years of experience in design and inspection of transportation facilities. The role requires strong leadership, teamwork, and problem-solving skills. The Port Authority of New York and New Jersey offers a competitive benefits package and a professional environment.

Pentaho Integration Programmer

Company: CGI

Location: Boulder City, NV

Posted Dec 20, 2024

CGI is hiring a Pentaho Integration Programmer for a position in Henderson, NV with potential for hybrid work. The role involves managing integrations between systems, designing and developing interfaces, and working with ERP systems. The ideal candidate should have 2-4 years of experience with Pentaho Data Integrator, proficiency in SQL, and familiarity with Unix and Windows Server environments. CGI offers competitive compensation, benefits, and opportunities for career growth.

Director, Project Management (WECC)

Company: The AES Corporation

Location: Salt Lake City, UT / Remote

Posted Dec 20, 2024

AES Corporation, a Fortune 500 company, invites applications for a Director of Project Management. The role involves overseeing a team of project managers for utility scale, solar, battery, and high voltage construction projects. Key responsibilities include people management, EPC selection and contract negotiations, stakeholder management, and strategic planning. The ideal candidate should have 10-15 years of experience in energy generation construction, including 7 years in battery or solar construction, and 2-5 years in team management. A Bachelor's degree is required, with a graduate degree preferred. The position offers a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package.

HR Analyst 1- Lifecycles

Company: Thermo Fisher Scientific

Location: Bonifacio Global City, Philippines

Posted Dec 20, 2024

The job description is for an HR Analyst I position in an innovative and fast-paced HR team. The role involves supporting local and global HR functions, including employee onboarding, job changes, and terminations. Key responsibilities include maintaining personnel files, handling inquiries, and ensuring high customer satisfaction. The ideal candidate should have relevant qualifications, proficiency in Microsoft Office, good organizational skills, and knowledge of HR programs and regulations.

Field Marketing Manager

Company: Upside

Location: New York, NY

Posted Dec 20, 2024

Upside is seeking a B2B Field Marketing professional with 4+ years of experience in event planning, budgeting, and creating memorable trade show experiences. The role involves planning and executing in-person marketing campaigns to grow the merchant network, oversee event logistics, and collaborate with sales and account management. The company offers a competitive salary, equity, and comprehensive benefits. Upside values inclusivity and has been recognized as a top workplace multiple times.

Location Support Coordinator

Company: Life.Church

Location: Oklahoma City, OK

Posted Dec 20, 2024

The text describes a job posting for a Location Support Coordinator position at LifeChurch. The role involves coordinating with vendors, maintaining locations, providing administrative support, and ensuring compliance with insurance contracts. The company offers benefits such as paid parental leave, health insurance, and professional development opportunities. LifeChurch values diversity and expects all staff to uphold its beliefs and represent the church in their ministry.

Software Engineering Manager

Company: UnitedHealth Group

Location: Cebu City, Philippines

Posted Dec 20, 2024

Optum, a global organization, is seeking a skilled candidate to manage 1-2 Agile Scrum teams. The role involves team management, software development, pipeline ownership, design and architecture, code review, Agile methodology participation, mentorship, innovation, collaboration, quality assurance, and compliance. Required qualifications include 5+ years of production software experience, engineering management, Agile frameworks, full stack development, database experience, and AI integration knowledge. Preferred qualifications include healthcare domain background, observability tools familiarity, and ServiceNow experience. Optum is committed to diversity, inclusion, and health equity.

Senior Interoperability Project Manager

Company: NTT DATA Services

Location: Albany, NY

Posted Dec 20, 2024

NTT DATA is seeking a Senior Interoperability Project Manager in Albany, NY. The role involves managing complex Medicaid interoperability projects, leading a project team, and ensuring on-time completion. Qualifications include a Bachelor's degree, 8+ years of project management experience, and a project management certification. Preferred skills include hands-on experience with healthcare standards like FHIR and APIs. The role offers a competitive salary range of $89,032-$120,000 and comprehensive benefits.

Residential Dining - General Manager

Company: Aramark

Location: New Orleans, LA

Posted Dec 20, 2024

The General Manager role at Aramark involves planning, managing, and guiding multiple contracted services for a client, typically generating $2-15M+ in revenue. Responsibilities include leading a team to provide excellent service, managing client and community relationships, building a management team, recommending service improvements, managing a budget, ensuring regulatory compliance, and maintaining Aramark's standards. Qualifications include a Bachelor's degree in relevant fields, client service focus, interpersonal skills, contractual understanding, service industry experience, leadership skills, budget management, and financial analysis. Aramark values equal employment opportunities and career development.

Customer Service Representative

Company: CVS Health

Location: Salt Lake City, UT

Posted Dec 20, 2024

CVS Health is seeking a Dental Customer Service Representative to provide empathetic and compassionate service, engage and educate members, and create an emotional connection. The role involves handling inquiries, resolving issues, and advocating for members. Required qualifications include customer service experience and a high school diploma. The pay range is $17.00 - $31.30, with a comprehensive benefits package.

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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