Contract Jobs in San Francisco, CA

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hospital staffing agency full time

Travel Certified Surgical Technologist - $2,140 per week

Company: Travel Nurses, Inc.

Location: San Francisco, California

Posted Feb 04, 2025

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Parts Associate

Company: CarMax

Location: Irvine, CA

Posted Feb 04, 2025

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clinic hospital contract

Staff - Registered Nurse (RN) - Clinic Director ED - Emergency Department - $196K-253K per year

Company: Kaiser Permanente

Location: San Jose, California

Posted Feb 04, 2025

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Client Legal Services Attorney Senior Consultant II

Company: Allstate

Location: Santa Fe Springs, CA

Posted Feb 04, 2025

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Property Field Claims Adjuster (San Diego, CA)

Company: American Family Insurance

Location: San Diego, CA

Posted Feb 04, 2025

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Sr. Project Manager

Company: CORE CONSTRUCTION

Location: San Diego, CA

Posted Feb 04, 2025

You will be responsible for ensuring optimal communication among the CORE Team, subcontractors, client, and design professionals.

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Enterprise Account Lead - SMB

Company: SpaceX

Location: El Segundo, CA

Posted Feb 04, 2025

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Business Operations Manager, Reality Labs Finance

Company: Meta

Location: Menlo Park, CA

Posted Feb 04, 2025

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per diem contract locum

Travel Nurse RN - CVOR - $2,315 per week

Company: PRN Healthcare

Location: San Diego, California

Posted Feb 04, 2025

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Vehicle Condition Assessor

Company: CarMax

Location: Riverside, CA

Posted Feb 04, 2025

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Metro Market Lead Systems Specialist/Senior Project Manager

Company:

Location: Livermore, CA

Posted Feb 04, 2025

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Sr. Sourcing Specialist (Starlink)

Company: SpaceX

Location: El Segundo, CA

Posted Feb 04, 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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