Contract Jobs in San Francisco, CA

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Designer, Soft Bags & Accessories (Graphic & Brand-Focused)

Company: TRAVELWAY GROUP

Location: Los Angeles, CA

Posted Sep 25, 2025

*3-5 years* of experience in graphic design or product design within bags, accessories, or a related fashion sector. Trend Research & Visual Strategy*.

Night Janitor - Conserje de Noche

Company: Contract Services Group, Inc

Location: Coronado, CA

Posted Sep 26, 2025

Knowledge of standard methods, practices, tools, and equipment of the janitorial cleaning industry. Ability to operate and use janitorial tools, equipment,…

Cybersecurity Engineer, Littoral Combat Ship Software Support (San Diego, CA)

Company: Peraton

Location: San Diego, CA

Posted Sep 26, 2025

Will have 10 years + experience analyzing log data, performing traffic analysis, executing audits, performing digital footprint and risk intelligence analysis,…

Customer Care Specialist

Company: Suna Solutions

Location: San Diego, CA

Posted Sep 25, 2025

Make outbound and receive inbound calls to prospective leads, including real estate agents, referral partners, past clients, and recruits.

Plating Operator - 2nd shift

Company: TTM Technologies

Location: San Diego, CA

Posted Sep 26, 2025

Must comply with TTM Export Control Policies and Procedures and all applicable laws including ITAR, EAR and OFAC including but not limited to: a) being able to…

Security Shift Supervisor

Company: Marksman Security LLC

Location: Culver City, CA

Posted Sep 26, 2025

Must have a valid state security guard card. Bachelor's degree in criminal justice and/or business, or related field preferred. Must type at least 40 WPM.

Business Analyst

Company: Intone Networks

Location: San Antonio, TX

Posted Sep 25, 2025

Role: Business Analyst Location: San Antonio, TX (Hybrid 3 days on-site) Duration: 6+ Months…

Delivery & Assembly Contractor Fitness and Furniture –San Jose CA

Company: AIT Worldwide Home Delivery

Location: San Jose, CA

Posted Sep 26, 2025

Must own hand and power tools and have the experience and mechanical aptitude to build products to manufacturer specifications.

Shipyard Plumber

Company: United Support Services, Inc.

Location: Naval Base San Diego, CA

Posted Sep 25, 2025

Use of industry specific hand tools, portable power tools and manually operated machine tools. Assemble and install valves, pipe fittings, and pipes composed of…

IAM Engineering Analyst

Company: Robotics Technologies

Location: Los Angeles, CA

Posted Sep 26, 2025

Nor will ROBOTICS TECHNOLOGIES LLC require in a posting or otherwise U.S. citizenship or lawful permanent residency in the U.S. as a condition of employment…

Registered Nurse (RN)-PACU

Company: ERP International, LLC

Location: San Diego, CA

Posted Sep 25, 2025

Registered Nurse (PACU) – Naval Medical Center San Diego, CA*. Full-Time | $44–$82/hr | No Weekends or Holidays*. Why You’ll Love It*.

Accountant

Company: Koreatown Youth & Community Center

Location: Los Angeles, CA

Posted Sep 25, 2025

The Accountant is responsible for assisting with invoicing, credit card transaction data entry and reconciliation, weekly bank deposits, general fiscal duties,…

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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