Contract Jobs in San Francisco, CA

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Calibration Technician

Company: CBRE

Location: Santa Monica, CA

Posted Oct 05, 2024

CBRE is seeking a CBRE Laboratory Instrument Services Sr. Technician to calibrate, maintain, and repair scientific instrumentation. The role involves taking apart, examining, cleaning, fixing, calibrating, checking, and caring for lab instrumentation, systems, and controls. The technician will also coordinate equipment removal for extensive repairs, troubleshoot problems, and record and report abnormal functions. The position requires a high school diploma or equivalent, 2-3 years of job-related experience, and appropriate licenses or certifications. CBRE offers comprehensive benefits and a competitive salary range of $70,000 to $110,000 annually.

Tactical Combat Training (TCTS) System Engineer -T4S/TTS - 36428

Company: Alion Science and Technology

Location: Ridgecrest, CA

Posted Oct 06, 2024

Alion is seeking a Tactical Combat Training System (TCTS) Principal System Engineer for a contract in China Lake, CA. The role involves analyzing, designing, developing, upgrading, and integrating software-based tactical training systems. Key responsibilities include generating quantifiable requirements, ensuring compliance with client and government standards, and participating in system conceptual design and documentation. The ideal candidate should have a Bachelor's Degree and 12-15 years of relevant systems engineering experience, including TCTS/P5CTS training systems. An active Secret clearance is required. The job offers opportunities for career growth and working with cutting-edge technology.

Full-Time Assistant Manager

Company: Cinemark

Location: Elk Grove, CA

Posted Oct 06, 2024

Cinemark is currently hiring for Assistant Manager positions, offering a range of benefits including employee discount, 401k, growth opportunities, education assistance, health benefits, parental leave, and paid time off. The role involves assisting in the overall operation of the theatre, ensuring policies and procedures are followed, and providing training to team members. The position is often temporary or training, with potential for promotion after six months and completion of the Management Accreditation Program. Essential duties include following the General Manager's direction, training team members, and maintaining a clean and safe environment. The ideal candidate is at least 18 years old, has a high school diploma or equivalent, and possesses excellent interpersonal and time management skills.

Assistant Manager

Company: Cinemark

Location: San Rafael, CA

Posted Oct 06, 2024

Cinemark is currently hiring for an Assistant Manager position. The role involves supporting the General Manager, training and coaching team members, and ensuring the theatre operates efficiently. Benefits include a discount, 401k, growth opportunities, education assistance, health benefits, parental leave, and paid time off. The position requires an energetic and friendly attitude, excellent guest service, and the ability to work flexible hours. Physical requirements include frequent bending, kneeling, lifting up to 50 lbs, and standing for extended periods.

Senior Real Estate Manager

Company: CBRE

Location: Mountain View, CA

Posted Oct 05, 2024

As a CBRE Senior Real Estate Manager, you will oversee all aspects of a mixed-use development, including marketing, operations, and financial activities. Key responsibilities include managing staff, cultivating tenant relationships, preparing reports, conducting inspections, and managing budgets. A Bachelor's Degree is preferred with 5-8 years of experience, and a California Real Estate License is required. CBRE offers a comprehensive benefits package, 401k, and opportunities for career growth.

Theatre Team Member

Company: Cinemark

Location: Yuba City, CA

Posted Oct 05, 2024

Cinemark offers a career with epic opportunities for growth and immersion in the film industry. Team Members create a welcoming environment, handle transactions, ensure movie presentations are of high quality, and maintain theatre cleanliness. They may also work as Ushers, Box Office, or Concessionists. Requirements include being at least 16 years old, having basic food handling training, and being available for flexible hours. The role involves frequent bending, kneeling, and lifting up to 50 lbs, and standing for extended periods.

Part-Time Assistant Manager

Company: Cinemark

Location: Walnut Creek, CA

Posted Oct 06, 2024

Cinemark is currently hiring for Assistant Manager positions, offering a range of benefits including employee discount, 401k, growth opportunities, education assistance, health benefits, parental leave, and paid time off. The role involves assisting in the overall operation of the theatre, ensuring policies and procedures are followed, and providing training to team members. The position is often temporary or training, with potential for promotion after six months and completion of the Management Accreditation Program. Essential duties include following the General Manager's direction, training team members, and maintaining a clean and safe environment. The ideal candidate is at least 18 years old, has a high school diploma or equivalent, and possesses excellent interpersonal and time management skills.

Federal - Subcontracts Associate Manager

Company: Accenture

Location: San Antonio, TX

Posted Oct 06, 2024

Accenture Federal Services, a subsidiary of Accenture LLP, is seeking a Subcontracts Associate Manager for their Arlington, VA or San Antonio, TX offices. The role involves managing subcontract administration duties for complex contracts, assessing risk, preparing RFPs, negotiating subcontracts, monitoring performance, and providing advice on financial and contractual matters. The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor's degree, 5 years of federal government contracting experience, and 2 years of subcontracting experience. Bonus points for experience in preparing CPSR compliant subcontract documentation.

Theatre Team Member

Company: Cinemark

Location: Berkeley, CA

Posted Oct 05, 2024

Cinemark offers a career with epic opportunities for growth and immersion in the film industry. Team Members create a welcoming environment, handle transactions, ensure movie presentations are of high quality, and maintain theatre cleanliness. They must be at least 16 years old, have excellent customer service skills, and be able to work flexible hours including evenings, weekends, and holidays. The job description is subject to change.

Brand Activation Reviewer Wanted in Los Angeles, CA

Company: Oppizi

Location: Los Angeles, CA

Posted Oct 05, 2024

The job posting is for a Brand Activation Reviewer/Mystery Shopper in Los Angeles, CA. The role involves ensuring the smooth execution of marketing activations, reviewing effectiveness, and providing feedback. The job requires excellent communication skills, a dynamic attitude, and proficiency in Microsoft Office.

Regional Government Account Executive (Texas)

Company: Segra

Location: San Antonio, TX / Remote

Posted Oct 05, 2024

The Regional Government Account Executive role involves growing and retaining existing Government and DIR customers, prospecting new accounts, and generating new sales revenue. The GAE will have a quota based on producing new revenue from Government and DIR Customers. They will be responsible for maintaining relationships with large customers, conducting quarterly account review meetings, and providing ongoing support to ensure customer satisfaction. The ideal candidate should have a Bachelor's Degree, 5-7 years of telecommunications government sales experience, and a proven track record of managing major accounts and year-over-year sales growth.

2025 University Graduate - Business System Analyst, Software Asset Management

Company: Adobe

Location: San Jose, CA

Posted Oct 05, 2024

Adobe is seeking a Software Asset Management (SAM) Analyst to support and enhance software compliance management and contract optimization. The role involves developing automated business solutions, building integrations for software usage and license provisioning, and ensuring alignment with IT standards. The ideal candidate should have a master's degree in a relevant field or equivalent experience, proficiency in SQL, and knowledge of RPA tools like UiPath. Familiarity with discovery/inventory tools, Windows and Linux operating systems, and standard applications like MS Outlook, Excel, JIRA, and Slack is required. Adobe offers a competitive salary range of $61,600 -- $128,800 annually, depending on the location and experience.

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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