Contract Jobs in New York City, NY

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High School English Teacher (SY-25-26)

Company: The American Dream Charter School

Location: Bronx, NY

Posted May 08, 2025

The mission of the American Dream School is to develop academic excellence in both Spanish and English, preparing students to excel in college and become…

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relocation assistance sign-on bonus full time

Emergency Medicine Advanced Practice Provider Role in Vibrant Albuquerque!

Company: CompHealth

Location: Albuquerque, New Mexico

Posted May 11, 2025

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fellowship contract academic

Speech/Language Pathologist - Clinical Fellowship School - (SLP - Clinical Fellowship School)

Company: AMN Healthcare, Inc. Medical

Location: NEW WINDSOR, New York

Posted May 11, 2025

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private practice full time part time

Oral Surgeon

Company: Nuvia Dental Implant Center

Location: Buffalo, New York

Posted May 11, 2025

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health insurance life insurance malpractice insurance

Orthopedic Spine Surgeon Opportunity in West-Central New Mexico

Company: CompHealth

Location: Albuquerque, New Mexico

Posted May 11, 2025

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life insurance loan repayment program relocation assistance

Orthopedic Spine Surgeon Position in New Hampshire

Company: CompHealth

Location: Littleton, New Hampshire

Posted May 11, 2025

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fellowship contract new grad

Speech/Language Pathologist - Clinical Fellowship School - (SLP - Clinical Fellowship School)

Company: AMN Healthcare, Inc. Medical

Location: CARLSBAD, New Mexico

Posted May 12, 2025

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Part Time Radiologist position

Company: Department of Veterans Affairs

Location: Canandaigua, New York

Posted May 12, 2025

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life insurance loan repayment program malpractice insurance

Orthopedic Surgeon Opportunity in a Town on Long Island, New York

Company: CompHealth

Location: Smithtown, New York

Posted May 11, 2025

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401(k) health insurance retirement plan

Office OB-GYN Practice Opportunity on the New Jersey Shore; GYN Surgery; Prenatal OB; No Call

Company: CompHealth

Location: Lakewood, New Jersey

Posted May 11, 2025

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fellowship contract new grad

Speech/Language Pathologist - Clinical Fellowship School - (SLP - Clinical Fellowship School)

Company: AMN Healthcare, Inc. Medical

Location: LEAGUE CITY, Texas

Posted May 11, 2025

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Construction Assistant Project Manager

Company: MDG Design & Construction

Location: Bronx, NY

Posted May 09, 2025

Manage the flow of information between the field, office, and senior management to assure that components and systems are incorporated in accordance with the…

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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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