Contract Jobs in San Francisco, CA

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Supply Planner, Reality Labs

Company: Meta

Location: Sunnyvale, CA

Posted Feb 06, 2025

Senior Accountant

Company: Homeless Health Care Los Angeles

Location: Los Angeles, CA

Posted Feb 05, 2025

Bachelor’s degree in accounting or business related field; Researches, analyzes and uses independent judgment in a variety of daily and non-routine decisions.

Senior Maintenance Technician

Company: Banner Health

Location: San Tan Valley, AZ

Posted Feb 06, 2025

Senior Fire Protection Engineer

Company:

Location: Glendale, CA

Posted Feb 06, 2025

Senior Analyst, Network Relations

Company: CVS Health

Location: Sacramento, CA

Posted Feb 06, 2025

Theatre Maintenance

Company: Cinemark

Location: San Mateo, CA

Posted Feb 06, 2025

Regional Program Manager (Fundraising & Grant Writing)

Company: Catholic Charities of LA

Location: Long Beach, CA

Posted Feb 05, 2025

Strong technical writing skills with the ability to convey complex information clearly and persuasively. Excellent proofreading and editing abilities to ensure…

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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