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Theatre Team Member

Company: Cinemark

Location: La Quinta, CA

Posted Jan 23, 2025

Electrical/Electronic Design Engineer

Company: Leidos

Location: San Diego, CA

Posted Jan 23, 2025

Leidos Maritime System Solutions (MSS) is looking for an Electrical/Electronic Design Engineer to join their dynamic team at Naval Information Warfare Center, Pacific. The successful candidate will collaborate with a world-class team, contributing to the development, manufacture, and testing of electro-mechanical devices for UUVs and maritime mission applications. Key responsibilities include designing, implementing, and integrating components and subsystems into UUV platforms, conducting both lab-based and sea-based testing, and delivering technical reports and contract deliverables. The role requires a Secret Clearance, a Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or a related field, and relevant experience in circuit design, PCB design, microcontroller programming, signal analysis, and technical writing.

Content Operations Manager

Company: Meta

Location: San Mateo, CA

Posted Jan 23, 2025

The job posting is for a Content Operations Manager role at Meta, where the successful candidate will collaborate with various teams to bring high-quality digital content to Meta Quest and other Reality Labs products. Key responsibilities include managing work streams, driving procurement and financial operations, and improving cross-functional processes. The ideal candidate should have 5+ years of project and program management experience, with a focus on digital content development and budgeting. Preferred qualifications include experience with Salesforce, Jira, and working with third-party content developers.

Sr. Manager, Licensing

Company: Funko

Location: Burbank, CA

Posted Jan 23, 2025

Funko, a leading pop culture and licensed-focused collectibles company, is seeking a Sr. Manager, Licensing in Burbank, CA. The role involves overseeing growing partnerships within the Entertainment portfolio, supporting the toy and collectibles business, and reporting directly to the VP, Licensing and Business Development. Key responsibilities include business planning, category management, and merchandising and product development. The ideal candidate should have a minimum of 5+ years of direct toy, collectible, or adjacent licensing experience, strong analytical and organizational skills, and excellent communication abilities. Funko values diversity and is an equal opportunity employer.

Theatre Team Member

Company: Cinemark

Location: Playa Vista, CA

Posted Jan 23, 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, standing, and walking.

Senior Ironclad Solution Architect

Company: DoorDash

Location: San Francisco, CA

Posted Jan 23, 2025

DoorDash is seeking a Senior Solution Architect- Ironclad for their Sales Compliance team. The role involves working cross-functionally with product, business transformation, and legal teams to develop and implement contract management processes and best practices. The successful candidate will engage with all parts of the DoorDash business, lead the IronClad CLM implementation, manage existing configurations for contracting tools, and drive continuous improvements. They will also be responsible for defining the CLM development and change management processes, and engage with internal auditors and data security teams. DoorDash offers a comprehensive benefits package, including a 401(k) plan, paid time off, and health benefits.

Technical Lead(Contract)

Company: Wipro

Location: Sunnyvale, CA

Posted Jan 23, 2025

Wipro is seeking an SD Consultant with expertise in S/4 Code Remediation, particularly for Business Partner, Encryption, and Payments. The ideal candidate should have extensive experience in S/4HANA brownfield conversions, large volume DB migration, and Agile development methodologies. They must be proficient in SAP HANA code remediation and custom code adaptation for BP integration, supporting encryptions in payments and BP transactions. The role offers an annual pay range of $120,000 to $130,000, along with Wipro's standard benefits. Wipro emphasizes an inclusive workplace, committed to equal opportunities and reasonable accommodations.

Server - Beer and Wine

Company: Cinemark

Location: Redding, CA

Posted Jan 23, 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, having full knowledge of menu items, accurately recording orders, verifying age for alcohol transactions, and maintaining cleanliness. Requirements include proof of age, basic food handling training, flexibility for evenings, weekends, and holidays, excellent guest service, and physical ability to lift up to 50 lbs. Benefits include employee discount, 401k matching, growth opportunities, education assistance, health benefits, parental leave, and paid time off.

Theatre Maintenance

Company: Cinemark

Location: South San Francisco, CA

Posted Jan 23, 2025

Cinemark Maintenance Employees are responsible for repairing and maintaining the theatre, equipment, and property, ensuring a welcoming environment for guests. The role involves tasks such as fixing seats, walls, doors, restroom fixtures, and equipment. They also advise on major repairs and maintain tools and supplies. The job requires flexibility, excellent guest service, and the ability to work independently and in a team. Physical requirements include frequent bending, kneeling, lifting up to 50 lbs, and standing for extended periods.

Power Origination Advisor

Company: Southern California Edison (SCE)

Location: Rosemead, CA

Posted Jan 23, 2025

Southern California Edison (SCE) is seeking a Power Origination Advisor in Energy Procurement & Management (EPM). The role involves procuring energy resources, overseeing deal-making processes, and ensuring compliance with CPUC rules. The Advisor will manage negotiations for non-standard power, capacity, and environmental deals, and identify growth opportunities. They will collaborate with various teams, develop systems for decision-making, and stay informed about regulatory policies. The ideal candidate will have 7+ years of energy project origination experience, negotiating energy contracts, and interacting with regulatory agencies. A Bachelor's Degree in a relevant field is preferred. This hybrid role requires working in an SCE facility and residing in California, unless otherwise noted.

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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