Contract Jobs in New York City, NY

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Sales Associate (Office Products and Furniture)

Company: PHAXIS

Location: Glendale, NY

Posted May 01, 2025

Responsible for reaching out to potential clients on prospective purchasers, cultivating leads from a variety of sources as well as responding to incoming new…

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Travel Nurse RN - OR - Operating Room - $2,632 per week

Company: GHR Healthcare

Location: New London, New Hampshire

Posted Apr 29, 2025

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Travel Outpatient Physical Therapist (PT) - $2,316 per week

Company: MedPro Healthcare Allied Staffing

Location: Peterborough, New Hampshire

Posted Apr 29, 2025

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Travel Nurse RN - ED - Emergency Department - $2,161 per week

Company: MedPro Healthcare Staffing

Location: Oklahoma City, Oklahoma

Posted Apr 29, 2025

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Travel Nurse RN - CVICU - $2,032 per week

Company: Medical Solutions

Location: Albany, New York

Posted Apr 29, 2025

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Travel Nurse RN - Med Surg - $1,390 per week

Company: MedPro Healthcare Staffing

Location: Santa Fe, New Mexico

Posted Apr 29, 2025

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Blockchain Developer

Company: i2vision

Location: New York, NY

Posted Apr 29, 2025

Previous involvement in projects related to securities settlements or financial transactions. Hands-on experience with blockchain technologies such as Ethereum,…

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Orthopedic Surgeon Opportunity on the Shores of Lake Michigan in Indiana

Company: CompHealth

Location: Michigan City, Indiana

Posted Apr 29, 2025

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Travel Nurse RN - OR - Operating Room - $2,470 per week

Company: GQR Healthcare

Location: Rapid City, South Dakota

Posted Apr 29, 2025

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Full Stack Developer - AI Trainer

Company: DataAnnotation

Location: Union City, NJ

Posted May 02, 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…

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Electrician Supervisor (Temporary to Permanent) - CUNY Only (Reopened and Revised)

Company: The City University of New York (CUNY)

Location: Brooklyn, NY

Posted May 02, 2025

Makes fields inspections in connection with electrical installations and components of systems relative to work progress or need for alterations, maintenance…

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High School History Teacher (SY 25-26)

Company: The American Dream Charter School

Location: Bronx, NY

Posted Apr 29, 2025

Bachelor’s degree in History or related field, Master's preferred. Utilize formal and informal assessment data to drive instruction and ensure student mastery…

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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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