Contract Jobs in San Francisco, CA

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Travel Contract Inpatient Staff Pharmacist Day Shift Northern, CA

Company: RPh on the Go

Location: Santa Clara, CA

Posted Aug 22, 2025

Doctor of Pharmacy (PharmD) degree, active Pharmacist license, and minimum 1+ years Pharmacist experience required. Oversee technician accuracy and workflow.

Lead Engineering Manager (Blockchain & Tokenization) - Executive Director

Company: Morgan Stanley

Location: Menlo Park, CA

Posted Aug 22, 2025

Oversee design, architecture, and implementation of blockchain-based solutions, ensuring security, scalability, and compliance with applicable regulations.

Staff OTA Systems Engineer

Company: Rivian and VW Group Technology

Location: Palo Alto, CA

Posted Aug 22, 2025

Collaborate with stakeholders to intake system and user needs into user stories to drive the engineering development process for new features.

Junior welder

Company: MAC Incorporated

Location: San Antonio, TX

Posted Aug 22, 2025

Utilize hand tools, power tools, and welding equipment to fabricate components according to specifications. Ability to operate forklifts safely; certification…

Local Truck Driver

Company: J.B. Hunt Transport

Location: South Gate, CA

Posted Aug 22, 2025

Become a Dedicated Contract Services� driver and start enjoying consistent freight and deliveries for a single customer. PTO accrues from day one.

Systems Engineer

Company: Robert Half

Location: Los Angeles, CA

Posted Aug 22, 2025

This position offers the opportunity to design and implement solutions across cloud, networking, and security while maintaining strong client relationships.

kitchen chef For Authentic Japanese restaurant

Company: Leichi Japanese restaurant

Location: Santa Clara, CA

Posted Aug 22, 2025

Assisting with authentic Japanese food preparation and daily kitchen operations. Supporting food prep and maintaining kitchen organization.

Manager, NAM Brand Comm., Hardlines

Company: Disney Experiences

Location: Glendale, CA

Posted Aug 22, 2025

Works with Licensees and Disney Creative teams to develop product that meets retailer needs while maintaining quality and character integrity standards.

Program Manager for Transit Agency

Company: Top Tempo Technical

Location: Los Angeles, CA

Posted Aug 22, 2025

PMP certification preferred, or those working towards certification. Coach, motivate, mentor and supervise project manager and other project team members and…

Custodian (temp to hire)

Company: Banks Power

Location: Azusa, CA

Posted Aug 22, 2025

Clean hallways, offices and lobbies; clean windows and doors inside and outside; clean all entry areas into office and shop areas. 401(k) and 401(k) matching.

Network Enterprise Architect-Onsite- NO C2C

Company: The Norland Group

Location: Downey, CA

Posted Aug 22, 2025

Three (3) years of experience within the last five (5) years in architecting and managing cloud environments across multiple platforms (AWS, Azure, Oracle Cloud…

Information Assurance Analyst, Mid

Company: Booz Allen

Location: San Diego, CA

Posted Aug 23, 2025

Experience with systems engineering, including system assessment, design definition, system specifications, integration and interoperability, T&E, and logistics…

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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