Contract Jobs in San Francisco, CA

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Middle School Special Ed Teacher | San Diego, California

Company: ProCare Therapy

Location: San Diego, CA

Posted Aug 16, 2025

Bachelor's or Master's degree in Special Education, active Special Education Teacher license and minimum 1+ years Special Education Teacher experience required.

Painter/Laborer

Company: SLON LLC

Location: San Antonio, TX

Posted Aug 16, 2025

Utilize hand tools and power tools safely and effectively during painting and construction tasks. Ability to operate hand tools and power tools safely; welding…

Truck Driver

Company: Regiment Transport LLC

Location: Los Angeles, CA

Posted Aug 16, 2025

Minimum 3 years driving experience. Hello, I am looking for a driver with HAZMAT ENDORSEMENT along with Tankers. Experience needed but not require (in tankers).

Senior Systems Data Analyst

Company: Child Development Associates

Location: Bonita, CA

Posted Aug 15, 2025

Valid California driver’s license. Must have advanced skills in Microsoft Excel, Microsoft SQL, various programming languages, data analysis tools, and server…

Full-Time Pharmacist Contract-to-Hire Mail Order/Retail Background Chula Vista, CA (13+ Weeks)

Company: RPh on the Go

Location: San Diego, CA

Posted Aug 16, 2025

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

Sr. Electrician

Company: Vish Consulting Services

Location: San Jose, CA

Posted Aug 15, 2025

Repairs, maintains, and installs wiring, motors, transformers, generators, lighting, and other electrical systems.*. Pay Rate $46.50/Hr.*.

Special Education Teacher

Company: Novo Staffing LLC

Location: San Antonio, TX

Posted Aug 15, 2025

At least 2 years of teaching experience. Job Description: *We are looking for a passionate life skills teacher for a full-time position around the San Antonio…

Accounting Manager

Company: Robert Half

Location: San Jose, CA

Posted Aug 16, 2025

Proficiency in account reconciliations and journal entry preparation. We offer contract, temporary and permanent placement solutions for finance and accounting,…

Software Engineer Back End Developer

Company: Maximus

Location: San Antonio, TX

Posted Aug 15, 2025

Typical duties include analysis, planning, developing requirements documents, building functional models, developing procedures, developing functional…

Software Engineer Front End Developer

Company: Maximus

Location: San Antonio, TX

Posted Aug 16, 2025

Front End Software Developer Shall perform engineering tasks for front-end design and development efforts including, but not limited to, creating technical…

Security Guard - Healthcare Organization - San Diego

Company: Elite Security & Staffing

Location: San Diego, CA

Posted Aug 16, 2025

Must have a clean driving record with CA Driver's license. OBSERVE & REPORT – To ensure the safety & security of client's property & guests.

Painter

Company: Prime and Paint LLC

Location: Los Angeles County, CA

Posted Aug 15, 2025

Utilize hand tools and power tools effectively for various painting tasks. The ideal candidate will have experience in both residential and commercial painting,…

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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