Contract Jobs in San Francisco, CA

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Sr. Contracts Manager

Company: Platform Science

Location: San Diego, CA

Posted Dec 12, 2024

Platform Science is a company that specializes in open IoT platforms, connecting various transportation industry fleets, application developers, vehicle manufacturers, and equipment providers. They value innovation, growth, and collaboration, with a diverse and engaging workforce. They are seeking an experienced individual to manage their contracts administration and management function, with a focus on contract lifecycle, database management, and vendor agreements.

Office Engineer II

Company: Element Consulting, Inc.

Location: Los Angeles, CA

Posted Dec 11, 2024

The job description for an Office Engineer at an airport construction company requires 10 years or more of experience, a bachelor's degree in Engineering Construction Management or a related field, and various technical and administrative skills. The role involves managing construction files, overseeing field inspector reports, and coordinating with other teams to ensure compliance with engineering standards and codes.

Senior Product Marketing Manager

Company: focuskpi

Location: San Francisco, CA

Posted Dec 10, 2024

FocusKPI is seeking a Product Marketing Manager to join their Server Product Marketing team in a high-tech SaaS company. The role involves implementing marketing campaigns, ensuring customer retention, and launching new programs with Solution Partners. The position is remote and offers a contract duration of 16-17 months with a pay range of $90-$100 per hour. The ideal candidate should have 6-10 years of marketing experience, ideally at a B2B SaaS company, and a proven track record of GTM excellence.

Junior Legal Counsel

Company: Sonos

Location: Los Angeles, CA

Posted Dec 12, 2024

The Junior Legal Counsel will serve as part of Sonos' corporate legal group and help advise their global and regional marketing teams. The role involves cross-functional collaboration, legal advice, contract review, brand protection, and compliance. The candidate should have a relevant legal background, strong communication skills, and be able to work in cross-functional teams. The role is based in Santa Barbara, CA, or Los Angeles, CA, with remote work allowed.

AVP, Assistant General Counsel

Company: LPL Financial

Location: San Diego, CA

Posted Dec 11, 2024

LPL Financial is seeking an experienced attorney to join its corporate legal advice team as Assistant Vice President (AVP) and Assistant General Counsel. The ideal candidate should have relevant experience within a law firm performing transactional level work and counseling the financial services industry, with a focus on the broker-dealer and retail investment advisory business. The position requires excellent communication skills, keen strategic thinking, and the ability to perform thorough legal research and document analyses. The candidate will also be expected to draft and present legal documents related to compliance with applicable rules, regulations, and legal risks.

Spanish Analytical Linguist - Carlsbad, CA

Company: KACE

Location: San Diego, CA

Posted Dec 10, 2024

KACE is seeking a Linguist to perform real-time transcriptions of sensitive material from Spanish to English. The linguist will be responsible for transcribing source documents and recordings from storage media, including but not limited to audiocassettes, videocassettes, or digital media. The linguist must have excellent verbal and written skills in the target language, including correct and accurate grammar, punctuation, and spelling. They must also possess strong computer skills in MS Office, including Microsoft Word and Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook. The linguist will be required to work nights, weekends, and holidays, and may be asked to work during emergency situations.

Brand Marketing Designer - Part Time Contract

Company: Seso Inc.

Location: San Francisco, CA

Posted Dec 10, 2024

Seso is a company that aims to modernize the backoffice for American farmers, addressing their biggest pain point of access to qualified labor. They offer a software-enabled labor solution that automates the H2A visa process and streamlines the hiring process for farms. Seso has raised over $60M from Tier I investors and has been recognized with awards including Forbes Rising Stars and Andreessen Horowitzs American Dynamism 50. They are seeking a Brand Marketing Designer to elevate their visual identity and improve design efficiencies across internal and external marketing initiatives.

Senior Counsel, Marketing & Advertising

Company: Tubi

Location: Los Angeles, CA

Posted Dec 11, 2024

Tubi is a global entertainment company and the most watched free TV and movie streaming service in the US and Canada. They offer a large collection of on-demand content, including over 250,000 premium movies and TV episodes, and over 300 exclusive originals. With a passionate fanbase and over 80 million monthly active viewers, they are committed to providing free accessible entertainment for all.

Senior Botanist/Wetland Ecologist

Company: ICF

Location: Sacramento, CA

Posted Dec 11, 2024

ICF is seeking a Senior Level BotanistWetland Ecologist to support projects located throughout Sacramento San Francisco Bay Area and Northern CA. The fulltime position requires routine overnight to occasional weeklong travel to field sites in the spring and summer. The successful candidate may be required to provide other environmental services.

Construction Project Manager/Senior Estimator

Company: Premier Renovations Inc

Location: San Diego, CA

Posted Dec 10, 2024

(You will be in the field quite a bit). Monitor project costs throughout the construction process to ensure cost control.

Project Financial Analyst

Company: AtkinsRéalis

Location: San Diego, CA

Posted Dec 11, 2024

AtkinsRéalis is seeking a Project Financial Analyst to join their team in Tampa, Orlando, or Austin. The role involves project initiation, ongoing support, and project closeout. The ideal candidate should have a Bachelor's Degree in Accounting, Business, or a related discipline, and at least one year of relevant post-education experience. The position requires knowledge of project accounting principles, project contracts, and change order documents. The role offers a competitive salary, flexible work schedules, group insurance, paid family leave, and a tuition reimbursement plan.

Product Designer (Remote, Global, Contract)

Company: Huckleberry Labs

Location: Los Angeles, CA

Posted Dec 12, 2024

Huckleberry is a company focused on creating life-changing products and experiences through human-centered technology. They combine data AI and behavioral science to build cutting-edge tech products. Their app has received positive reviews and is rapidly growing. They are looking for a Senior Product Designer to own the design of new mobile and web products and contribute to their mission of helping every family flourish.

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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