Contract Jobs in San Francisco, CA

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Manager Programs 3

Company: Northrop Grumman

Location: San Diego, CA

Posted Jan 24, 2025

Payroll Analyst 12 mths Contract - Concord, Ontario

Company: CRH

Location: Concord, CA

Posted Jan 24, 2025

CRH Canada is currently hiring a Payroll Analyst for a 12-month contract. The successful candidate will serve as the first point of contact for employee lifecycle change requests, managing updates in employee master files, and handling Total Reward plans. They will also process vacation requests, ROE's, and mass layoffs/recalls. The role requires excellent knowledge of finances, strong communication skills, and the ability to meet deadlines while maintaining compliance. Bilingual in English & French is an asset.

Food Production Manager 3

Company: Sodexo

Location: San Diego, CA

Posted Jan 24, 2025

Sodexo, a company providing solutions for various services including dining and facilities maintenance, is hiring a Food Service Production Manager 3 for the US Marine Corps Air Station Miramar in San Diego, CA. The role involves overseeing day-to-day back-of-house operations, maintaining food quality, ensuring safety compliance, and managing a team of Sodexo and contract employees. The position offers a competitive salary, comprehensive benefits, and opportunities for career growth. Sodexo values diversity and inclusion, and the ideal candidate should have strong leadership skills, culinary production experience, and a background in safety and sanitation compliance.

Area General Manager

Company: Sodexo

Location: Santa Clara, CA

Posted Jan 24, 2025

Sodexo is seeking a dynamic Area General Manager to oversee retail food operations at three Kaiser Healthcare locations in California. The role involves leading a team of managers and staff, driving innovation, and ensuring financial targets are met. The successful candidate will have a background in contract services, retail, or hospital food management, and possess strong leadership, financial acumen, and customer service skills. Sodexo offers competitive compensation, benefits, and opportunities for career growth. The company values diversity and inclusion, and is committed to equal employment opportunities.

Travel Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant - $1,800-2,000 per week

Company: Critical Connection, inc

Location: San Jose, California

Posted Jan 24, 2025

Critical Connection, inc is recruiting a travel Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant for a 13-week contract in San Jose, California. The role involves assisting in treating patients in a Skilled Nursing Facility under the supervision of an Occupational Therapist. CCI offers a competitive salary, benefits, CEU reimbursement, student loan repayment, and relocation assistance. Required qualifications include an Associate's Degree, National Certification, state licensure, CPR card, and relevant experience. Key skills include excellent customer service, communication, documentation, decision-making, teamwork, adaptability, time management, and active listening.

Theatre Team Member

Company: Cinemark

Location: Redwood City, CA

Posted Jan 24, 2025

Cinemark is offering a career opportunity with epic growth potential. Team Members create a welcoming environment, handle transactions, ensure movie presentation quality, and maintain theatre cleanliness. They may also work as Ushers, Box Office, or Concessionists. Requirements include being at least 16, having basic food handling training, and being available for flexible hours. The role involves frequent bending, kneeling, lifting, and standing for extended periods.

Senior Medical Coder - Remote in CA

Company: UnitedHealth Group

Location: El Segundo, CA

Posted Jan 24, 2025

Optum, a global organization, offers a culture guided by diversity and inclusion, comprehensive benefits, and career development opportunities. The role involves improving health outcomes, connecting people with necessary resources, and maintaining current knowledge of coding guidelines. UnitedHealth Group provides competitive pay, extensive benefits, and opportunities for professional growth. The position requires a high school diploma, AAPC approved coding certification, and 2+ years of coding experience in a primary care environment.

Server - Beer and Wine

Company: Cinemark

Location: San Angelo, TX

Posted Jan 24, 2025

Cinemark is offering a Server - Beer and Wine position with epic opportunities for career growth. The role involves guiding guests to order food and beverages, enhancing the movie-going experience, and cross-training in various roles. Responsibilities include greeting guests, knowing menu items, accurately recording orders, verifying age for alcohol transactions, and maintaining cleanliness. Requirements include proof of age, food handling training, flexibility for evenings, weekends, and holidays, excellent guest service, and physical ability to lift up to 50 lbs.

Manager, Partner Management, Payments

Company: DoorDash

Location: San Francisco, 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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