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Senior Software Engineer, Backend (Developer - Staking API)

Company: Coinbase

Location: Remote

Posted Jan 24, 2025

Coinbase is seeking a software developer with 5+ years of experience in backend and smart contract development, particularly in Golang, Solidity, and TypeScript. The role involves designing, developing, and maintaining user-friendly services for Coinbase Staking, collaborating with backend engineers, and integrating SDKs with APIs and smart contracts. The ideal candidate should have a strong understanding of onchain to backend system interaction, security best practices, and problem-solving skills. They should also possess excellent communication and collaboration skills, and a passion for blockchain technologies, particularly Ethereum and EVM-compatible chains.

Sports Director

Company: Area Scouts

Location: Charlotte, NC / Remote

Posted Jan 24, 2025

Area Scouts is expanding its team and seeking experienced, self-motivated individuals with a background in coaching or playing various sports such as baseball, basketball, softball, football, volleyball, and lacrosse. The role involves working with youth athletes, maintaining relationships with local and national sports organizations, and conducting evaluations. The company emphasizes diversity, inclusion, and equal opportunity, and offers flexible full-time, part-time, temporary, internship, and contract positions with salary based on experience.

Implementation Project Manager (Contract)

Company: Instacart

Location: Remote

Posted Jan 24, 2025

Instacart, a company transforming the grocery industry, is seeking an Implementation Project Manager for Caper Hardware Operations. The role involves driving the planning and continuous improvement of the Caper cart Deployment process as the company scales. The successful candidate will manage project deployment across retailer stores, identify enhancements for efficiency, and develop comprehensive deployment plans. They will also facilitate cross-functional communication, monitor execution, and maintain documentation. The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor's degree, 3+ years of supply chain or operations experience, strong project management skills, and proficiency in Google Sheets.

Assistant - Athlete Evaluator

Company: Area Scouts

Location: Auburn, ME / Remote

Posted Jan 24, 2025

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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