Contract Jobs in San Francisco, CA

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Senior Cloud DevOps Engineer

Company: CACI

Location: San Antonio, TX

Posted Aug 26, 2025

Develop and assist with architecting custom solutions with code, tools, and cloud services Perform deep-level troubleshooting of cloud services, various tools,…

Sheet Metal Installer / HVAC Installer - 2 Years Experience

Company: Mercury Control Services

Location: San Antonio, TX

Posted Aug 26, 2025

Mercury is looking for an experienced HVAC sheetmetal installer to join us on a current project and beyond. Job Types: Full-time, Contract.

Registered Nurse PACU

Company: Acruex Inc.

Location: West Hollywood, CA

Posted Aug 26, 2025

Pacu rn, pacu nurse, registered nurse. Summary: *We are seeking a dedicated PACU nurse to carefully monitor the condition of patients who are waking up from…

Resident Chef (Sur La Table)

Company: CSC Generation

Location: San Antonio, TX

Posted Aug 26, 2025

May handle liquor, wine, and beer in compliance with state and location alcohol regulations, company policies, including enforcing age restrictions.

Accountant

Company: Confidential

Location: Santa Clara, CA

Posted Aug 25, 2025

High level of accuracy and efficiency with data entry into computer software and systems. Knowledge of general administrative and clerical procedures.

Construction Draftsman / Carpenter / Mason / Laborer

Company: Workforce

Location: Los Angeles, CA

Posted Aug 24, 2025

*CONTACT TO DISCUSS JOB DETAILS* We are looking for passionate and highly skilled construction *labourers*, *draftsmen*, *masons*, and *carpenters*. We…

Accounting Manager/Supervisor

Company: Robert Half

Location: Santa Clara, CA

Posted Aug 26, 2025

Establish cost controls and scalable cost accounting processes to support production growth, ensuring accurate product costing and margin analysis.

Part-time Piano Teacher

Company: Nina Piano Lessons

Location: Cupertino, CA

Posted Aug 24, 2025

At least one-year teaching experience. The shifts would be on multiple days depending on the teacher's lesson schedule. A music degree is preferred.

Fixed Asset Accountant

Company: Robert Half

Location: San Antonio, TX

Posted Aug 25, 2025

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or a related field is required. File and remit multi-state sales and use tax returns while resolving discrepancies and…

Claims Review Nurse, RN - Hybrid

Company: Optum

Location: San Diego, CA

Posted Aug 25, 2025

Active, unrestricted Nurse license through the State of California. The Claims Review Nurse will perform the clinical review of the formal appeal process to…

Carpenter

Company: ALAMO NEX CONSTRUCTION, LLC

Location: San Antonio, TX

Posted Aug 25, 2025

Work with hand tools and power tools. Heavy physical activity performing strenuous day activities of a primarily productive/technical nature.

Travel Special Education Teacher Mild/Mod

Company: Aya Education

Location: Imperial Beach, CA

Posted Aug 26, 2025

Aya provides paid sick leave in accordance with all applicable state, federal, and local laws. Options post contract - extend, convert to a permanent employee…

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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