Contract Jobs in San Francisco, CA

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GTM Recruiter - Contract

Company: Navan

Location: San Francisco, CA

Posted Jan 24, 2025

Navan is seeking a contract Sales Recruiter to join their team and scale sales across the US. The ideal candidate should have experience in MEDDPICC or similar sales organizations, strong sourcing skills, and a focus on candidate experience. They will manage the full recruitment cycle, collaborate with executives, and create an exceptional candidate interview process. The role requires comfort with ambiguity, a strong sense of urgency, and excellent negotiation skills.

Staff Scientist

Company: City of Hope

Location: Duarte, CA

Posted Jan 24, 2025

City of Hope, a renowned biomedical research, treatment, and educational institution, is seeking a Staff Scientist. Founded in 1913, it's a non-profit with a patient-centered philosophy, recognized as a National Cancer Institute designated Comprehensive Cancer Center. The Staff Scientist role involves supporting research infrastructure, requiring a bachelor's or master's degree, often a Ph.D., and a one-year fixed-term contract. City of Hope is committed to diversity and equal opportunity, mandating full vaccination for staff health and compliance.

Injury Examiner

Company: USAA

Location: San Antonio, TX

Posted Jan 24, 2025

SAP SM/SD Engineering Project Manager, Enterprise Systems

Company: Apple

Location: Sunnyvale, CA

Posted Jan 24, 2025

Apple's IS&T is seeking an Engineering Project Manager for the SAP Global Systems organization. The role involves driving initiatives in customer Service Management, working closely with business teams, and implementing global solutions efficiently. The ideal candidate should have in-depth knowledge of SAP Customer Service modules, experience in SAP SM (Service Management/Customer Service) module, and strong communication skills. The role requires 10 plus years of SAP configuration experience in service management, experience in core Hi-tech industry SM business processes, and knowledge of SAP S/4 HANA architecture.

Manager, Deal Desk

Company: ServiceTitan

Location: Glendale, CA

Posted Jan 24, 2025

ServiceTitan, a leading software technology platform for the trades, is seeking a Manager for its Deal Desk division within Revenue Operations. The role involves leading contract drafting, managing deal progression, and ensuring optimal deal cycle times. The ideal candidate should have a BS/BA, 3+ years of relevant experience, and familiarity with Salesforce, DocuSign, CPQ/CLM software, and ASC 606. ServiceTitan offers a range of benefits including work-life balance, family-friendly policies, ongoing learning opportunities, and comprehensive health & wellness programs.

Part-Time Assistant Manager

Company: Cinemark

Location: San Leandro, CA

Posted Jan 24, 2025

Full-Time Assistant Manager

Company: Cinemark

Location: San Antonio, TX

Posted Jan 24, 2025

Cinemark is currently hiring for Assistant Manager positions, offering a range of benefits including a discount, 401k, growth opportunities, education assistance, health benefits, parental leave, and paid time off. The role involves assisting in theatre operations, training staff, ensuring adherence to policies, and maintaining cleanliness and safety. The position is often temporary or training-based, with potential for promotion after six months and completion of the Management Accreditation Program. Essential duties include following GM's direction, training staff, preparing reports, inspecting theatre property, and ensuring superior customer service. Requirements include being at least 18, having a high school diploma or equivalent, completing Cinemark's management courses, food handling training, and passing background checks. Physical demands include frequent lifting, standing, and reaching.

Program/Product Manager

Company: Addison Group

Location: San Francisco, CA

Posted Jan 24, 2025

Full-Time Assistant Manager

Company: Cinemark

Location: Folsom, CA

Posted Jan 24, 2025

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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