Contract Jobs in San Francisco, CA

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Information Security & Incident Response Counsel

Company: TikTok

Location: Los Angeles, CA

Posted Jan 22, 2025

TikTok, a leading destination for short-form mobile video, is seeking a legal professional to lead its global cybersecurity incident response. The role involves coordinating with cross-functional teams, providing jurisdiction-specific legal advice, developing incident response strategies, drafting regulatory notifications, and leading after-action reviews. The ideal candidate should have a Juris Doctorate, substantial experience in information security and incident response, and a background in data privacy. TikTok values inclusivity and diversity, offering competitive compensation and benefits, including medical, dental, vision insurance, 401(k) savings plan, and paid parental leave.

Travel Mammography Technologist - $1,894 per week

Company: Stability Healthcare

Location: San Marcos, Texas

Posted Jan 22, 2025

Stability Healthcare is offering a travel Mammography Technologist position in San Marcos, Texas. The job is for 13 weeks, 40 hours per week on days, with a pay package based on 8-hour shifts. Benefits include a $600 travel bonus, day 1 health insurance, PTO plan, guaranteed stipend if called off, and extra hour bonus. Stability Healthcare, founded in 2009, is a top-rated travel nursing agency providing high-paying assignments across the US.

Travel Nurse RN - OR - Operating Room - $1,890 per week

Company: GHR Healthcare - Travel Division

Location: San Antonio, Texas

Posted Jan 22, 2025

GHR Healthcare's Travel Division is currently seeking a travel nurse RN for the Operating Room in San Antonio, Texas. The job is a 13-week contract with 36 hours per week, 12-hour shifts on days. The pay package includes a tax-free stipend. GHR Healthcare, with over 30 years of experience, is committed to finding the right fit for healthcare professionals, offering competitive compensation, transparent communication, and dedicated support.

Theatre Team Member

Company: Cinemark

Location: Fremont, CA

Posted Jan 22, 2025

Cinemark offers career opportunities with growth potential, focusing on creating an unforgettable movie experience. Team Members greet guests, operate POS systems, verify tickets, provide information, maintain cleanliness, prepare food, ensure safety, and perform other duties as assigned. Requirements include being at least 16, having basic food handling training, and being available for flexible hours.

Military Family Life Counselor (Child Development Center)

Company: Leidos

Location: Oceanside, CA

Posted Jan 22, 2025

Leidos is recruiting licensed behavioral health professionals to join their Child and Youth Behavioral, Military and Family Life Counselor (MFLC) team at MCB Camp Pendleton, CA. The role involves providing non-medical support, including counseling, consultation, and outreach, to military service members and their families. Responsibilities include working at Child Development Centers, offering presentations on social skills development, and promoting creativity and positivity. Benefits include no insurance filing, no progress notes, no treatment plans, an iPad for digital reporting, paid federal holidays, free training, license renewal reimbursement, and 401K eligibility. The role requires a master's degree in Behavioral Health Professions, a valid independent mental health license, U.S. citizenship, and clearance.

Theatre Team Member

Company: Cinemark

Location: San Leandro, CA

Posted Jan 22, 2025

Theatre Team Member

Company: Cinemark

Location: South San Francisco, CA

Posted Jan 22, 2025

Cinemark is offering a career opportunity with epic growth potential. Team Members create a welcoming environment, handle transactions, ensure movie presentations are of high quality, and maintain theatre cleanliness. They may also work cross-functionally 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.

Theatre Team Member

Company: Cinemark

Location: San Jose, CA

Posted Jan 22, 2025

Server - Beer and Wine

Company: Cinemark

Location: Napa, CA

Posted Jan 22, 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, food handling training, flexibility for evenings, weekends, and holidays, excellent guest service, and physical ability to lift up to 50 lbs.

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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