Contract Jobs in New York City, NY

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Front-End Developer- AI Trainer

Company: DataAnnotation

Location: New York, NY

Posted Feb 21, 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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staffing agency contract travel

Travel Nurse RN - Oncology - $2,318 per week

Company: MedPro Healthcare Staffing

Location: Oklahoma City, Oklahoma

Posted Feb 19, 2025

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loan repayment program contract travel

Travel Physical Therapist - $2,676 per week

Company: Synergy Medical Staffing

Location: Dodge City, Kansas

Posted Mar 02, 2025

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part time contract travel

Local Contract Certified Surgical Technologist - $35-44 per hour

Company: Insight Global

Location: Morristown, New Jersey

Posted Feb 19, 2025

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hospital full time contract

Travel Nurse RN - ED - Emergency Department - $2,243 per week

Company: Ardor Health Solutions

Location: Syracuse, New York

Posted Mar 02, 2025

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hospital part time full time

Travel Nurse RN - ED - Emergency Department - $2,198 per week

Company: Supplemental Health Care

Location: New Bedford, Massachusetts

Posted Feb 19, 2025

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contract travel health insurance

Travel Registered Respiratory Therapist - $1,865 per week

Company: Stability Healthcare

Location: Oklahoma City, Oklahoma

Posted Mar 02, 2025

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fully remote role rewarding role helping healthcare professionals opportunity to join an expanding company

Recruiter/Sales Specialist (Contractor)

Company: Healthcare Abroad

Location: Australia, New Zealand or Bali/Asia

Posted Feb 19, 2025

Healthcare Abroad is seeking a Recruiter-Sales Specialist to focus on Australian placements. Key responsibilities include candidate placement, business development, candidate support, and CRM management. The ideal candidate should have recruitment or sales experience, strong communication skills, and be proactive and self-motivated. The role offers a fully remote position, a rewarding career, competitive salary, and the opportunity to join an expanding company.

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per diem contract locum

Travel Nurse RN - Med Surg / Telemetry - $1,907 per week

Company: PRN Healthcare

Location: Rochester, New York

Posted Feb 19, 2025

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loan repayment program contract travel

Travel Nurse RN - OR - Operating Room - $2,242 per week

Company: Care Team Solutions

Location: Rochester, New York

Posted Feb 19, 2025

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per diem contract locum

Travel Nurse RN - Oncology - $2,409 per week

Company: Epic Oncology Staffing

Location: Rochester, New York

Posted Feb 19, 2025

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contract travel retirement plan

Travel Nurse RN - Dialysis - $1,868 per week

Company: Assured Nursing

Location: Roswell, New Mexico

Posted Mar 02, 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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