Contract Jobs in Remote

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Arabic (Egypt) Freelance Writer (US)

Company: Outlier AI

Location: Remote

Posted Dec 18, 2024

Outlier is seeking experienced Arabic writers to help train generative artificial intelligence models. The role is remote with flexible hours. Writers should have experience as a professional translator or professional writing experience. The payment rate for core project work is $750 per hour, with rates varying based on expertise, skills, location, project need, and other factors. Outlier is a 1099 contract opportunity on the Outlier platform.

DevOps Engineer

Company: Synack

Location: Remote

Posted Dec 18, 2024

Synack is looking for a DevOps Infrastructure Automation Engineer with expertise in Terraform, Ansible, and Salt. The role requires hands-on programming and iterative development for various infrastructure components, including web stacks, database systems, security tools, and networking. The candidate should have knowledge of Google Cloud Platform and Microsoft Azure, and be able to work closely with engineering teams to ensure proper software support, monitoring, and security policies. The position is open to US citizens only.

Remote AI Training for Russian Writers (US)

Company: Outlier AI

Location: Remote

Posted Dec 18, 2024

Outlier is seeking experienced Russian writers to help train generative artificial intelligence models. The role is remote with flexible hours. Writers should have experience as professional translators or writers, and be enrolled in or complete an undergraduate or graduate program in a humanities field or creative writing. Pay rates vary based on expertise, skills, location, project need, and other factors.

Disaster Management Senior Hazard Mitigation and Resilience Analyst - Remote (US)

Company: ICF

Location: Remote

Posted Dec 18, 2024

The job posting is for a Disaster Management Senior Hazard Mitigation and Resilience Analyst position at ICFs Disaster Management DM Division. The role involves multifaceted responsibilities related to project technical delivery and client engagement. The successful candidate will lead the day-to-day delivery of assigned tasks, including benefit-cost analysis, data analytics for risk and vulnerability assessments, policy research and analysis, grant writing, and writing for technical assessments. The position offers upward mobility opportunities, agency to build and foster client relationships, and guidance and mentorship from a world-class team of professionals. The salary band range for this opportunity is $75,000 to $80,000 based on match of qualifications, experience, responsibilities, location, and other factors.

(Independent Contractor) Mentor: Artificial Intelligence (German)

Company: Udacity

Location: Remote

Posted Dec 18, 2024

Udacity is a global organization revolutionizing digital transformation by providing online learning platforms and mentorship opportunities in fields like AI, ML, Data Science, and more. They are looking for industry professionals to become mentors and support students in their academic journeys. The role offers recognition, networking, additional income, and contribution to a global student community. There are 1520 open positions, and applicants should complete the General Information Form and English resume/CV. Mentors are independent contractors with flexible schedules. Applicants from all communities and backgrounds are encouraged to apply.

Contracts Manager

Company: bswift

Location: Remote

Posted Dec 18, 2024

The Contracts Manager role at bswift is a key position in the Legal Department, focusing on assisting with company contracts and supporting contracting for direct and channel sales. The role requires strong communication, project management, and organizational skills. The company offers a collaborative work environment, comprehensive health benefits, competitive compensation, and professional development opportunities.

Sr. IT Systems Administrator

Company: Hungryroot

Location: Remote

Posted Dec 18, 2024

Hungryroot is a company that aims to make healthy living easy and enjoyable. They offer personalized recommendations and deliveries of nutritious groceries, easy recipes, and essential supplements. The company values convenience, team connection, and collaboration. They are looking for an experienced IT and Information Security Manager to lead their IT and InfoSec function.

Head of Restoration

Company: Terraformation

Location: Remote

Posted Dec 18, 2024

The Head of Restoration position at Terraformations is a cross-functional role that involves building the capacity of on-the-ground project implementer partners, upholding best practices, and scaling up positive biodiversity impacts. The role requires managing a team of experts in Colombia, Italy, the UK, and the US, and ensuring successful restoration outcomes of a portfolio of projects. The candidate should have 10+ years of management experience, experience in ecosystem restoration projects, and a strong knowledge of principles and practices in wild plant material sourcing. The role also involves managing multiple partners with varying and complex project needs and engaging and tracking effective collaboration with local communities.

Commercial Counsel (East)

Company: Wiz

Location: Remote

Posted Dec 18, 2024

This is an exciting opportunity to join a fun, supportive, and high-functioning legal team near the start of their growth curve as they expand their legal team in the US. They are looking for a talented, creative, and data privacy-focused attorney who is passionate about working on sophisticated contracts and closing deals in a collaborative environment.

Lifecycle Marketing Specialist - Contractor

Company: Change.org

Location: Remote

Posted Dec 18, 2024

Changeorg is seeking a Lifecycle Marketing Specialist Contractor to drive lifecycle strategy with a customer-centric focus on communications, retention, activation, and loyalty. The role involves working on email campaigns, AB testing, and creating dashboards for campaign performance tracking. The successful candidate will have strong communication, analytical, technical, experimentation, and creative skills. The position is a 40-hour contract for a 6-month period, with compensation based on a predetermined scale and location.

Contract Fee Analyst

Company: Sun Life Financial, Inc.

Location: Remote

Posted Dec 18, 2024

This job posting is for a Fee Billing Analyst position in the Finance category. The ideal candidate should have excellent analytical skills, critical thinking, and attention to detail. Proficiency in MS Excel and strong interpersonal skills are required. Experience in the financial services industry and working with contractual agreements would be an asset. The responsibilities include preparing invoices, reviewing fee correspondence, and extracting data from systems to validate fees. The job posting ends on 30122024.

Enterprise Account Executive

Company: Upwork

Location: Remote

Posted Dec 18, 2024

Upwork is seeking a result-oriented individual to join their Enterprise Sales team. The role involves leveraging consultative sales expertise to prospect and secure new business, exceed ambitious sales goals, and collaborate across teams to deliver exceptional outcomes. The successful candidate should have 2+ years of proven success in net new client acquisition, consistent overachievement of sales quota, and experience working with enterprise clients.

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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