Contract Jobs in San Francisco, CA

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Data Analyst- CLS/SQL

Company: Robotics Technologies

Location: San Antonio, TX

Posted Sep 16, 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…

Concrete Carpenter

Company: Arena Staffing

Location: San Diego, CA

Posted Sep 12, 2025

A concrete carpenter builds and installs the concrete molds/formwork for building foundations and wall panels in the early stages of a construction project.

AWS Greengrass Architect

Company: Vegazva Group

Location: Brea, CA

Posted Sep 16, 2025

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, or related field. Design and implement edge computing solutions using AWS Greengrass…

AWS Greengrass IoT Core Architect

Company: Cyient

Location: Brea, CA

Posted Sep 16, 2025

Design and implement edge computing solutions using AWS Greengrass v2. Collaborate with embedded systems teams to ensure seamless integration with hardware.

COBOL Developer (Consumer Finance)

Company: Calance US

Location: Torrance, CA

Posted Sep 12, 2025

* MUST work ONSITE 4 days per week ** (Must be LOCAL or willing to RELOCATE at your own expense). Deliver complete documentation for estimates, design and…

Assistant Security Manager - Fremont

Company: Blackstone Consulting Inc.

Location: Fremont, CA

Posted Sep 16, 2025

Communicate in a courteous, respectful, and pleasant manner to the security team, customer, visitors, and members. PAY: $86,756.80 per year.

(Must be US Citizen or Permanent Resident Green Card) Data Analyst (Contractor)

Company: DKKD Staffing

Location: Burbank, CA

Posted Sep 13, 2025

Prior experience in a contractor or consulting role. Strong understanding of Salesforce data structures, deduplication tools, and best practices.

Sr. Business Systems Analyst (Digital Transformation)

Company: Calance US

Location: Torrance, CA

Posted Sep 12, 2025

Conducts feasibility studies to assess cost/benefit, efficiency and technical viability of solutions to business problems. TOPS SKILLS NEEDED FOR THIS ROLE:

HVAC Technician

Company: Arena Staffing

Location: San Diego, CA

Posted Sep 12, 2025

Valid driver's license with a clean driving record. Ability to read and interpret blueprints and design specifications. Job Types: Full-time, Contract.

Controller

Company: Training, Rehabilitation & Development

Location: San Antonio, TX

Posted Sep 15, 2025

Maintain vehicle license and inspection stickers for company vehicles. Bachelor's degree in Business, Accounting or related field.

Journeyman Electrician

Company: Arena Staffing

Location: San Diego, CA

Posted Sep 12, 2025

You can expect to be primarily responsible for rough-in installation of conduit, and trim work installing lighting fixtures.

Lead Welder

Company: Inland Metal Technologies

Location: Hayward, CA

Posted Sep 15, 2025

You will lead a team that welds precision sheet metal components and frames in a job shop environment. *Minimum 10 years’ experience with MIG & TIG welding *.

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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