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Underwriting Support Manager

Company: Liberty Mutual Insurance

Location: Seattle, WA / Remote

Posted Jan 22, 2025

Liberty Mutual is seeking a manager for Surety National Accounts and Subcontract Default Insurance (SDI) Underwriting Support. The role involves managing a team of Underwriting Assistants and Bond Support Specialists, handling policy issuance, bond registration, and contract/commercial bond requests. The manager will also develop and monitor operating and quality standards, ensure compliance with regulatory requirements, and drive consistency throughout the organization. The candidate should have a Bachelor's degree, 5+ years of management experience, and strong communication skills. Liberty Mutual offers a competitive salary range, opportunities for growth, and a supportive work environment.

Facilitator, Artificial Intelligence (3 Week Program)

Company: Flatiron School

Location: Remote

Posted Jan 22, 2025

Flatiron School is seeking passionate AI technical experts to mentor students in a part-time, fixed-term contract opportunity. The role involves facilitating online coursework, providing feedback, and leading discussions. The ideal candidate should have 4+ years of professional experience, mentoring experience, and a commitment to guiding and empowering others. Responsibilities include assessment and feedback, workshop facilitation, and value representation. Compensation is $1800 for the contract, paid biweekly. Flatiron School values diversity and equal employment opportunity.

Senior Account Executive (Federal)

Company: Equinix, Inc

Location: Herndon, VA / Remote

Posted Jan 22, 2025

Disability Case Manager-Virtual

Company: Alight Solutions LLC

Location: Remote

Posted Jan 22, 2025

Alight is offering a rewarding career opportunity as a Disability Case Manager. The role involves administering and case managing Group Short Term Disability claims, adhering to plan provisions, state and federal guidelines, and established protocols. The CCM will work with other team members within STD, LTD, and Risk Management resources. Responsibilities include proactive outreach, communicating claim status, investigating claim information, and determining disability by comparing functionality with job. Alight provides a comprehensive total rewards package, continuing education, and training, and is committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion.

Executive Account Director, Business Development (Biopharma) - US, Remote Northeast

Company: Thermo Fisher Scientific

Location: Remote

Posted Jan 22, 2025

The job involves securing and retaining business for PPD through professional sales activities, positioning the company as a primary provider for clinical development work. The role includes developing proposals, negotiating contracts, and ensuring client satisfaction. Essential functions also involve making cold calls, maintaining a sales database, and mentoring junior staff. A scientific, sales, or marketing background with pharmaceutical/biopharma focus is required, along with excellent interpersonal skills. The position requires 25-50% travel, both domestic and international, and involves working in an office environment with occasional site visits.

Account Executive, Strategic - Named Accounts

Company: Smartsheet

Location: Sydney, Australia / Remote

Posted Jan 22, 2025

Facilitator, Artificial Intelligence (9 Week Program)

Company: Flatiron School

Location: Remote

Posted Jan 22, 2025

Flatiron School is seeking passionate AI technical experts to mentor students in a part-time contract opportunity. The role involves facilitating online coursework, providing feedback, and leading discussions. The curriculum covers Python for Data Analysis, Cloud Computing for AI, Machine Learning Basics, Advanced Machine Learning, Large Language Models, Natural Language Processing, and Neural Networks. The contract requires a 2.5-hour time commitment per week for 11 weeks, with synchronous facilitation on Wednesdays at 7pm CST. Qualifications include 4 years of professional experience, mentoring experience preferred, and a commitment to guiding and empowering others. Responsibilities include assessment and feedback, workshop facilitation, and value representation. Benefits include making a meaningful impact, access to a vibrant community, and compensation of $1800 biweekly.

Arity- Data Scientist Senior Manager - Arity

Company: Allstate

Location: Remote

Posted Jan 22, 2025

Arity, a remote data and analytics company founded by The Allstate Corporation in 2016, is seeking a Sr. Manager for its Core Telematics team. The role involves leading R&D teams in developing advanced driver behavior detection algorithms from smartphone sensor data. The ideal candidate should have a proven track record in machine learning, predictive modeling, and signal processing. Responsibilities include building vision and strategy, leading teams, understanding business problems, and deploying models into production. The compensation for this role ranges from $143,200.00 to $227,050.00 annually.

Wind Hub Technician - IL 2 (Sciota, IL Area)

Company: GE Vernova

Location: Peoria, IL / Remote

Posted Jan 22, 2025

GE's Onshore Wind Power is expanding rapidly, necessitating the hiring of skilled Wind Technicians. The role involves maintaining turbine operations, performing maintenance, troubleshooting complex issues, and collaborating with site leadership. Essential qualifications include a high school diploma, minimum 1-2 years of relevant experience, and the ability to work in various environments. GE Vernova offers professional development, challenging careers, and competitive compensation.

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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