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Project Manager (00333)

Company: PMA Consultants

Location: San Francisco, CA

Posted May 01, 2024

PMA is offering an exciting opportunity for a Project Manager at San Francisco International Airport. The ideal candidate should have a background in architecture or engineering and be able to work with diverse teams. The role involves managing design and construction management projects, leading meetings, coordinating with various departments, and ensuring project milestones are met. The successful candidate will also handle tenant relocations and project closeout administration. PMA values employee well-being, diversity, and inclusion, offering competitive pay, benefits, and career development opportunities.

Partner Success Manager

Company: Mixpanel

Location: San Francisco, CA

Posted May 02, 2024

Mixpanel is a leading analytics platform that provides event analytics for businesses, enabling them to understand their customers and measure progress. The company is seeking a Partner Success Manager to set partners up for long-term success by managing the onboarding, training, and certification process. The role involves delivering a world-class onboarding and ongoing enablement experience, educating partners about the Mixpanel solution, and driving deeper partnerships. The ideal candidate should have 3+ years of experience in a client-facing role, strong project management skills, and a passion for data and analytics. Mixpanel offers competitive compensation, comprehensive benefits, and a culture that values openness, customer focus, change leadership, results orientation, and teamwork.

Director, Business Development

Company: Fortive

Location: San Diego, CA

Posted May 03, 2024

The job posting is for a Business Development Director to join the Invetech team, responsible for driving revenue growth in the Diagnostics' market. The role requires building strong relationships with key client accounts, strategic sales, and cross-functional leadership skills.

Temporary Quality Assurance Tester

Company: Motive

Location: San Francisco, CA

Posted May 03, 2024

<div> <p><strong>Who we are<strong><p> <p>Motive empowers the people who run physical operations with tools to make their work safer more productive and more profitable For the first time ever safety operations and finance teams can manage their drivers vehicles equipment and fleet related spend in a single system Combined with industry leading AI the Motive platform gives you complete visibility and control and significantly reduces manual workloads by automating and simplifying tasks<p> <p>Motive serves more than 120000 customers from Fortune 500 enterprises to small businesses across a wide range of industries including transportation and logistics construction energy field service manufacturing agriculture food and beverage retail and the public sector<p> <p>Visit gomotivecom to learn more<p> <div> <p><b><strong>About the Role <strong><b> <p><p>We are seeking a contract QA engineer who is knowledgeable in Linux installation of operating systems on computers and familiar with how IoT devices work The ideal candidate should also have basic knowledge of electronics and be familiar with testing tools such as power supplies<p> <p>The QA engineer will maintain test benches support remote team members and set up new test benches The QA engineer will also be responsible for manually and automatically executing test scenarios <p> <p><b><strong>What Youll Do <strong><b> <p><ul><li>Maintenance of test stations<li> <li>Support for remote team members<li> <li>Execution of test scenarios manually and automatically<li> <li>Install Operating Systems on testing computers<li> <li>Be involved in the software development life cycle for all Motive products and assist in regular test execution<li> <li>Contribute to test plans test cases and other test activities as needed<li> <ul><p><b><strong>What Were Looking For <strong><b> <p><ul><li>Knowledge of Linux<li> <li>Knowledge of installing operating systems on computers<li> <li>Familiarity with how IoT devices work<li> <li>Familiarity with testing tools such as power supplies<li> <li>Basic knowledge of electronics<li> <ul><p><br ><br ><p><div> <p datapmslice=1 1 ><em>Creating a diverse and inclusive workplace is one of Motives core values We are an equal opportunity employer and welcome people of different backgrounds experiences abilities and perspectives <em><p> <p><em>Please review our Candidate Privacy Notice here<em><p> <p><em><span id=m8012333603671085849gmaildocsinternalguid8821a3567fff42cb93dfe4c910033371>The applicant must be authorized to receive and access those commodities and technologies controlled under US Export Administration Regulations <span>It is Motives policy to require that employees be authorized to receive access to Motive products and technology <em><p> <p><span>LIRemote<span><p> <div>

Social Media Manager (contract)

Company: Kyte

Location: San Francisco, CA

Posted May 03, 2024

Kyte, a Series B technology platform, is seeking a Social Media Manager for a 20-hour per week contract position with potential for full-time conversion. The role involves developing and executing a comprehensive social media strategy, creating engaging content, managing social media channels, analyzing data, collaborating with internal teams, and building relationships with influencers. The ideal candidate should have 3+ years of experience, strong knowledge of social media platforms, excellent communication skills, photo and video production experience, and analytical skills. Bonus points for a degree in Marketing, Communications, or related field, experience in building brand ambassador/influencer programs, and a strong personal following on social media.

Strategic Sourcing Manager, Marketing & HR Category Management

Company: Teradata

Location: San Diego, CA

Posted May 02, 2024

The Strategic Sourcing Manager, Marketing & HR Category Management role at Teradata involves leading complex, high-visibility sourcing strategies across global business functions and indirect procurement spend categories. The ideal candidate should have a Bachelor's Degree, 5+ years of relevant experience, and a Master's Degree is preferred. They must demonstrate exceptional contracting, negotiation, and communication skills, and have a high level of customer focus and business judgment. The role requires leading large-scale supply chain and procurement improvement projects, superior data analysis and presentation skills, and the ability to influence stakeholders and earn the role as a trusted advisor.

Account Executive

Company: Pavilion

Location: San Francisco, CA

Posted May 01, 2024

Pavilion, a B2B marketplace connecting public servants with private businesses, is seeking an Account Executive to build the company's first revenue generation business. The role involves managing the entire sales cycle, developing a strong sales process, contributing to sales strategy, and uncovering new sales opportunities. The ideal candidate should have 3+ years of sales experience, startup experience, and mid-market experience. Pavilion offers a competitive compensation package and is committed to diversity and inclusion.

Associate, Impact Advisory

Company: Social Finance

Location: San Francisco, CA

Posted May 02, 2024

Social Finance is a national nonprofit organization that works with the public, private, and social sectors to create partnerships and investments that measurably improve lives. The organization has mobilized over $350 million in new investments and has a strong focus on social and economic systems that enable all people to thrive.

Business Development Manager, Bioindustry *PC 508

Company: Miltenyi Biotec

Location: San Diego, CA

Posted May 03, 2024

Miltenyi Biotec, a global leader in biomedical research, is seeking a Business Development Manager for its Bioindustry division. The role involves managing client relationships, driving sales, and identifying opportunities for new services. The company offers a competitive salary, comprehensive benefits, and the chance to contribute to groundbreaking research. The ideal candidate will have a background in life sciences or engineering, sales experience, and knowledge of cell and gene therapy development and manufacturing.

Help Desk Specialist II

Company: ASM Research

Location: San Antonio, TX

Posted May 02, 2024

The job description outlines a role in a help desk team, supporting software applications developed and operated by ASM Research. The role involves handling user inquiries, performing problem analyses, and assisting with network management systems. The individual will also liaise between clients and developers, maintain a FAQ log, and contribute to procedure manuals. Strong computer skills, interpersonal skills, and the ability to multi-task are required. Prior experience in customer service, ITIL framework, and military experience are preferred.

Software Engineer - Full Stack Developer

Company: AnaVation LLC

Location: San Antonio, TX

Posted May 01, 2024

AnaVation, a leader in solving complex technical challenges for the U.S. Federal Intelligence Community, is seeking a talented Software Developer with a passion for technology and cutting-edge software. The ideal candidate will have a minimum of 3 years of experience in software development, including both back-end and front-end technologies. The role is hybrid on-site/remote based in San Antonio, TX, and offers competitive pay, comprehensive benefits, and opportunities for career growth.

Application Support Analyst

Company: AEG

Location: Los Angeles, CA

Posted May 01, 2024

AEG, a leading company in sports and live entertainment, is seeking an Applications Support Analyst for its Downtown Los Angeles Office. The role involves overseeing and supporting applications, working closely with various teams to ensure alignment with company strategy. The analyst will be responsible for procuring and onboarding new business applications, developing support procedures, and managing application lifecycle. The ideal candidate should have a BA/BS degree, 2-4 years of related experience, and a good understanding of enterprise applications and business processes. Strong communication, organization, and problem-solving skills are required. The payscale is $78,086 - $102,488.

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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