Contract Jobs in New York City, NY

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Travel Nurse RN - Med Surg - $1,638 per week

Company: KPG Healthcare

Location: Jefferson City, Tennessee

Posted Apr 20, 2025

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Travel Nurse RN - Med Surg - $1,812 per week

Company: MedPro Healthcare Staffing

Location: Roswell, New Mexico

Posted Apr 15, 2025

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contract travel health savings account

Local Contract Nurse RN - CVICU - $55-59 per hour

Company: Host Healthcare

Location: Lake Havasu City, Arizona

Posted Apr 20, 2025

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relocation assistance staffing agency contract

Travel Step Down / ICU & Telemetry - $2,001 per week

Company: Focus Staff

Location: Las Cruces, New Mexico

Posted Apr 20, 2025

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Travel Nurse RN - ICU - Intensive Care Unit - $2,898 per week

Company: GHR Healthcare

Location: Camden, New Jersey

Posted Apr 20, 2025

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Full Stack Developer- AI Trainer

Company: DataAnnotation

Location: New York, NY

Posted Apr 18, 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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Database Developer - AI Trainer

Company: DataAnnotation

Location: New York, NY

Posted Apr 18, 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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relocation assistance skilled nursing facility full time

Travel Physical Therapist - $2,152 per week

Company: Jackson Therapy Partners

Location: Wellsville, New York

Posted Apr 20, 2025

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Assistant Manager HVAC & Electric

Company: Universal Studios Hollywood

Location: Universal City, CA

Posted Apr 18, 2025

More than 1 year experience in mechanical or electrical engineering. Coach and develop trade technicians with continuous improvement methodologies to trouble-…

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Local Contract Ultrasound Technologist - $64-68 per hour

Company: Host Healthcare

Location: Cooperstown, New York

Posted Apr 15, 2025

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Project Accountant

Company: Avdoo & Partners Development

Location: New York, NY

Posted Apr 18, 2025

Prepare and distribute monthly and quarterly financial reporting packages (income statements, balance sheets, cash flow statements) to internal stakeholders and…

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Back End Developer- AI Trainer

Company: DataAnnotation

Location: New York, NY

Posted Apr 17, 2025

A bachelor’s degree (completed or in progress). Proficiency in at least one of the following programming languages or frameworks: JavaScript, TypeScript, Python…

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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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