Contract Jobs in San Francisco, CA

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Welder (Aluminum or Inconel)

Company: Bloom Energy

Location: Fremont, CA

Posted Mar 18, 2025

H.S. diploma or equivalent technical/military training preferred. Must have proficient use of hand tools, and bench top equipment. Expected hours: 40 per week.

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Hotel Business Travel Manager

Company: Delta Hotels by Marriott Santa Clara Silicon Valley

Location: Santa Clara, CA

Posted Mar 22, 2025

Actively solicit new and existing business travel accounts through prospecting, outside sales calls, presentations, and site inspections to meet or exceed…

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Client Engagement Specialist / Group Facilitator

Company: The Best Treatment Center

Location: North Hollywood, CA

Posted Mar 21, 2025

Provides organized and structured groups for clients. Understands group facilitation needs to have a beginning, middle & end. Must be 18+ yrs. old.

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Neurologist (part-time)

Company: San Mateo Medical Center

Location: San Mateo, California

Posted Mar 16, 2025

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Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist (CRNA)

Company: USGP

Location: San Antonio, Texas

Posted Mar 09, 2025

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Travel Nurse RN - ED - Emergency Department - $2,233 per week

Company: Rang Healthcare

Location: San Pedro, California

Posted Mar 09, 2025

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Assistant Project Manager

Company: ROEM Builders, Inc.

Location: Santa Clara, CA

Posted Mar 08, 2025

Previous employment with a residential construction general contractor. Experience in hands-on construction and an understanding of construction projects.

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Unarmed Security Officer

Company: ELITE SECURITY GROUP

Location: San Jose, CA

Posted Mar 13, 2025

Must be able to meet and continue to meet all California security licensing requirements for Armed Security Officers. Ability to wear issued uniform.

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Local Contract Ultrasound Technologist - $50-59 per hour

Company: Host Healthcare

Location: San Luis Obispo, California

Posted Mar 16, 2025

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Registered Nurse - F1/OPT Visa Sponsorship

Company: ADEX Medical Staffing

Location: San Diego, CA

Posted Mar 12, 2025

Create your own destiny in the United States! Join our Green Card sponsorship program and receive a permanent Employment Authorization Document (EAD) and a…

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Clinical Services Supervisor Home Health Hospice

Company: Kaiser Permanente

Location: San Francisco, California

Posted Mar 09, 2025

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OWNER OPERATORS- STX- Double Box Chassis

Company: Norco Transport inc

Location: San Antonio, TX

Posted Mar 20, 2025

Must have own Fuel Card. Tractor-trailer: 1 year (Preferred). Competitive rates based on mileage (see rate chart).

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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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