Contract Jobs in San Francisco, CA

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Private Music Lesson Teacher

Company: Music on Magnolia

Location: San Antonio, TX

Posted Feb 18, 2025

Helping students develop their skills in playing multiple instruments and singing. Communicating with parents and students regarding lesson progress and…

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loan repayment program contract travel

Travel Physical Therapist - $2,439 per week

Company: Synergy Medical Staffing

Location: San Leandro, California

Posted Feb 18, 2025

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hospital staffing agency full time

Travel Nurse RN - PICU - Pediatric Intensive Care - $3,930 per week

Company: Travel Nurses, Inc.

Location: San Diego, California

Posted Feb 18, 2025

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contract travel health insurance

Travel Nurse RN - Telemetry - $1,569 per week

Company: Stability Healthcare

Location: San Antonio, Texas

Posted Feb 18, 2025

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contract travel 401(k)

Travel Occupational Therapist - $2,035 per week

Company: Centra Healthcare Allied

Location: San Rafael, California

Posted Feb 18, 2025

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contract travel health insurance

Travel Nurse RN - Med Surg - $1,569 per week

Company: Stability Healthcare

Location: San Antonio, Texas

Posted Feb 18, 2025

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hospital staffing agency full time

Travel Nurse RN - Labor and Delivery - $3,040 per week

Company: Travel Nurses, Inc.

Location: San Leandro, California

Posted Feb 18, 2025

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staffing agency per diem contract

Travel Nurse RN - NICU - Neonatal Intensive Care - $3,030 per week

Company: MedPro Healthcare Staffing

Location: San Diego, California

Posted Feb 18, 2025

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hospital staffing agency full time

Travel Nurse RN - Telemetry - $2,920 per week

Company: Travel Nurses, Inc.

Location: San Jose, California

Posted Feb 18, 2025

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contract travel retirement plan

Travel Nurse RN - Oncology - $2,390 per week

Company: Assured Nursing

Location: San Francisco, California

Posted Feb 18, 2025

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hospital part time full time

Travel Nurse RN - Rehabilitation - $2,352 per week

Company: Supplemental Health Care

Location: San Francisco, California

Posted Feb 18, 2025

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hospital staffing agency full time

Travel Nurse RN - Telemetry - $2,920 per week

Company: Travel Nurses, Inc.

Location: South San Francisco, California

Posted Feb 18, 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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