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Presales & Operations Administrator

Company: OpenText

Location: San Antonio, TX

Posted Mar 17, 2024

OpenText, an Information Company, is seeking a Presales & Operations Administrator for its Document Capture Services (DCS) division in San Antonio, TX. The role involves understanding and supporting the sales process, conducting lead generation, discovering client project requirements, and managing project costs and margins. The ideal candidate should have 2+ years of business operations or sales experience, strong communication skills, and intermediate computer skills, particularly in Excel. OpenText values inclusivity and diversity, and the company's mission is to create software solutions that redefine the future of digital.

Client Development Manager

Company: BlueTeam

Location: Los Angeles, CA

Posted Mar 18, 2024

BlueTeam, a U.S. based service provider specializing in commercial restoration, construction, and roofing, is seeking a Client Development Manager. The role involves cultivating relationships with key clients, identifying new contract opportunities, and ensuring exceptional service. The company values mutually beneficial relationships, teamwork, and core values of integrity, transparency, and accountability.

Product Operations Manager

Company: Zip

Location: San Francisco, CA

Posted Mar 17, 2024

Zip is a fast-growing company that is transforming the way businesses manage spend. They are looking for a product operations manager to help scale their product-focused growth initiatives.

(Sr.) Project Manager - Tech Transfer

Company: Orca Biotech

Location: Sacramento, CA

Posted Mar 18, 2024

Orca Bio is developing innovative cell therapies to treat blood cancer, aiming to reduce transplant-related side-effects. The company is seeking a Tech Transfer (Senior) Project Manager to oversee the transition of their technology from research to commercial sites. The ideal candidate should have experience in GMP Quality, strong organizational skills, and technical proficiency. Orca Bio values passion, courage, and integrity, fostering an entrepreneurial spirit and equal opportunity environment.

VP, Supply Chain

Company: Benefit Cosmetics

Location: San Francisco, CA

Posted Mar 17, 2024

The job description is for a Vice President of Supply Chain at Kendo Holdings, Inc. The role involves leading supply chain teams, building partnerships, and optimizing key performance indicators. The company offers a competitive salary range, annual bonus, and comprehensive benefits package.

Demo Engineer

Company: Zip

Location: San Francisco, CA

Posted Mar 17, 2024

Zip, a fast-growing company valued at $1.5 billion in 3 years, is seeking a Demo Engineer to join their product management team. The role involves defining and executing product-focused growth initiatives, including configuration and tooling for sales-led demo environments, product templates, and product-led growth. The ideal candidate should have 4+ years of Product Management or Product Marketing experience, preferably in a growth-focused role in SaaS or consumer technology. The salary range for this role is $120,000 - $170,000. Zip offers a comprehensive benefits package, including equity, health coverage, catered meals, commuter benefits, team building events, flexible PTO, Apple equipment, and a 401k plan.

JCWA Integration Engineer

Company: Apex Systems

Location: San Antonio, TX

Posted Mar 17, 2024

<p>Title JCWA Integration Engineer <p> <p>Location San Antonio Texas Lackland AFB <p> <p>Schedule Monday through Friday standard 40 hour work week with core hours <p> <p>Job Type 6 month contract to hire <p> <p>Openings 1 <p> <p>Target Start Date ASAP <p> <p>Interview Process 12 rounds <p> <p>Clearance Requirement ACTIVE Top Secret clearance <p> <p><strong>Brief description of the project <strong>Thisperson pulls the pieces together They will Represent 16 AF perspective on JCWA programs to HAFA5 lead for AF perspective Represent AF equities Programming requirements gap identification to identify AF specific needs for JCWA subcomponent list integration Larger system of systems Impacts of system activities on overarching architecture and requirements and other systems Includes UP Unified Platform ELICSAR JCC2 JCWA Joint Cyber Warfighting Architecture JDE JADC2 and ABMS <p> <p>Gaps and relationships Supports USCYBERCOM JCWA system integration efforts Work with the lead integration SME at USCCJIO J9 <p> <p><strong>Day to Day<strong> <p> <p>This person will need to identify gaps in coverage so that if an acquisition happens they will identify the requirements so that US Cyber Comm can get that Will be going through Air Force process to get acquisitions approved <p> <p>Someone who has worked at the architecture level that will have knowledge of the other weapon systems <p> <p>They are doing the requirements side of the acquisition They get the guidelines of the weapon systems they are going to acquire They have to determine what specific gap they have and what the branch is going to pay for to fill that gap <p> <p>Can find someone without acquisition or requirements experience <p> <p><strong>Must have skillstechnologies<strong> <p> <p>Must have knowledge of DoD Cyber technologies specifically Joint Cyber Warfighting Architecture <p> <p>EEO Employer <p> <p>Apex Systems is an equal opportunity employer We do not discriminate or allow discrimination on the basis of race color religion creed sex including pregnancy childbirth breastfeeding or related medical conditions age sexual orientation gender identity national origin ancestry citizenship genetic information registered domestic partner status marital status disability status as a crime victim protected veteran status political affiliation union membership or any other characteristic protected by law Apex will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable law If you have visited our website in search of information on employment opportunities or to apply for a position and you require an accommodation in using our website for a search or application please contact our Employee Services Department at email protected or 8444636178 <p> <p>Apex Systems is a worldclass IT services company that serves thousands of clients across the globe When you join Apex you become part of a team that values innovation collaboration and continuous learning We offer quality career resources training certifications development opportunities and a comprehensive benefits package Our commitment to excellence is reflected in many awards including ClearlyRateds Best of Staffing® in Talent Satisfaction in the United States and Great Place to Work® in the United Kingdom and Mexico<p>

Global Supply Manager

Company: Lyft

Location: San Francisco, CA

Posted Mar 18, 2024

Lyft is seeking a strategic sourcing professional to develop and execute category strategies, negotiate contracts, manage supplier relationships, and mitigate supply risks. The role involves creating supplier scorecards, conducting market research, and interpreting data to make informed decisions. The ideal candidate should have a bachelor's degree in a relevant field, 3-5 years of experience, and proficiency in MS Office and Google Suite. Benefits include comprehensive health insurance, family building benefits, unlimited paid time off, and a 401(k) plan. The role is in-office on a hybrid schedule, with the possibility of working from anywhere for up to 4 weeks per year. The expected salary range for this position in the San Francisco area is $105,750 - $142,500.

Senior Production Director

Company: On Board Experiential

Location: Los Angeles, CA

Posted Mar 17, 2024

On Board Experiential (OBE) is an award-winning agency that creates meaningful brand experiences worldwide. They value their employees, offering a healthy work-life balance with recovery days, happy hours, fitness challenges, and company offsites. OBE encourages employees to bring their whole selves to work and values diverse perspectives. The Senior Production Director (SPD) role involves managing production teams, overseeing projects, and ensuring high-quality execution. The ideal candidate should have 8-10+ years of experience in producing/managing programs/events/activations within an experiential agency environment, strong client relations, and excellent project-planning, organizational, and time-management skills.

Contract Administrator

Company: Dudek

Location: San Diego, CA

Posted Mar 17, 2024

Dudek is a leading environmental, planning, and engineering firm seeking an experienced Contract Administrator II. The ideal candidate will have a minimum of seven years of experience in commercial and/or government contracts. The role involves maintaining an effective contracts management system, analyzing contractual language, and interfacing with Dudek attorneys. The company values collaboration, sustainability, and innovation, and offers a competitive salary, benefits, and a flexible work-life balance.

Chief Engineer

Company: Kratos Defense and Security Solutions

Location: Sacramento, CA

Posted Mar 17, 2024

The Chief Engineer is a pivotal role responsible for providing technical vision and leadership across all projects under their assigned platform/product line. They facilitate communication and synergy, serve as the technical lead for proposals, and are accountable for the technical product lifecycle direction. The role involves creating and maintaining the technical roadmap, ensuring project design aligns with the platform vision, and supporting program management. The Chief Engineer is also the overriding design authority for the product, including all new development and enhancements. They provide direction on technical and technology issues, enforce engineering design processes, and foster ethical conduct. The role requires excellent engineering and project management experience, strong technical knowledge, and proficiency in MS Office products.

Director / Senior Director, FP&A

Company: Altos Labs

Location: San Francisco, CA

Posted Mar 18, 2024

<div><b><strong>Our Mission<strong><b> <p>Our mission is to restore cell health and resilience through cell rejuvenation to reverse disease injury and the disabilities that can occur throughout life<p> <p>For more information see our website at altoslabscom<p> <p><b><strong>Our Value<strong><b> <p><p>Our Single Altos Value <strong>Everyone Owns Achieving Our Inspiring Mission<strong><p> <p><b><strong>Diversity at Altos<strong><b> <p><p><span>We believe that diverse perspectives are foundational to scientific innovation and inquiry <span><p> <p><span>We are building a company where exceptional scientists and industry leaders from around the world work side by side to advance a shared mission <span><p> <p><span>Our intentional focus is on Belonging so that all employees know that they are valued for their unique perspectives <span><p> <p><span>At Altos we are all accountable for sustaining a diverse and inclusive environment<span><p> <div> <p><strong>What You Will Contribute To Altos <strong><p> <p>As a member of the Finance Team this position will be heavily involved in financial and operational activities and will collaborate with our functional team across Altos including the Institutes of Science amp Medicine SI3 Science Integration Innovation Insights and Corporate Groups The position will support budgeting forecasting longrange planning variance analysis and other adhoc projects This is a great opportunity to influence and implement business processes that can scale as the company continues to grow This role will be a key part of the Finance team and report to the Global Head of FPampA We are seeking a candidate who thrives in a fastpaced dynamic environment and seeks to establish structure in ambiguity This is a highimpact executivefacing role that requires someone who is a strong leader communicator and strategic thinker<p> <p><strong>Responsibilities<strong><p> <p>Specific responsibilities include but are not limited to<p> <ul><li>Serve as a trusted financial advisor for business leadership by providing insightful financial analyses and decision support while optimizing our use of cash<li> <li>Partner with crossfunctional leaders to coordinate and develop the annual budget and longrange plans for OPEX capital spend and headcount<li> <li>Manage processes related to monthend close including variance analysis and timely and accurate management reporting<li> <li>Supportenhance processes and structure for budgeting forecasting and longrange planning<li> <li>Provide financial assessment and guidance for new strategic projectsinvestments to be presented to the Executive Committee<li> <li>Collaborate closely with colleagues in Accounting and Procurement to drive continuous improvement of business processes advancing systems amp capabilities and achievement of functional goals<li> <ul><p><strong>Who You Are<strong><p> <p><strong>Minimum Requirements<strong><p> <ul><li>Bachelors degree in Finance or Accounting MBA preferred but not required<li> <li>12+ years of relevant experience in biotech pharmaceutical or consulting environment<li> <li>Superior Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint skills<li> <li>Exceptional grasp of forecasting methods and techniques developing financial reports and metrics across multiple lines of business<li> <li>Sound understanding of Finance and Accounting Principles<li> <li>Strong written and verbal communication skills with the ability to communicate technical information clearly to a nontechnical audience<li> <li>Detailoriented yet possess the ability to maintain an 8020 mindset<li> <li>Strong analytical skills and business acumen experienced in developing financial models leading analysis and explaining options and implications<li> <li>Highly motivated selfstarter capable of working under pressure prioritizing workload to meet deadlines operating independently with minimal guidance and exercising extreme ownership for projects and results<li> <li>Always seeking to evolve systems processes and controls and maximize efficiency<li> <li>Willingness to contribute beyond the defined role to meet organizational needs<li> <li>Possess a sense of urgency identifies challenges and problems and takes the initiative to solve them<li> <ul><p><strong>Preferred Qualifications<strong><p> <ul><li>MBA CPA CFA a plus but not required<li> <li>Experience with Financial Systems NetSuite Point Purchasing Concur<li> <li>Experience supporting RampD functions in the Drug Development Pharma Industry<li> <li>Experience working in a startup environment<li> <ul><p>The compensation available for the role considers a variety of factors including but not limited to work location individual skill set previousapplicable experience and other business needs<p> <p>Director Salary Range minmax $266050 $359950<p> <p>Sr Director Salary Range minmax $330660 $447350<p> <p> Please click here to read the Altos Labs EU and UK Applicant Privacy Notice bitlyeuukprivacynotice<br > This Privacy Notice is not a contract express or implied and it does not set terms or conditions of employment<p> <p>LIKM1<p> <div><b><strong>What We Want You To Know<strong><strong> <strong><b> <p>We are a culture of collaboration and scientific freedom and we believe in the values of diversity inclusion and belonging to inspire innovation<p> <p><span>Altos Labs provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race color religion age sex national origin disability status genetics protected veteran status sexual orientation gender identity or expression or any other characteristic protected by federal state or local laws <span><p> <p><span>This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment including recruiting hiring placement promotion termination layoff recall transfer leaves of absence compensation and training <span><p> <p>Altos currently requires all employees to be fully vaccinated against COVID19 subject to legally required exemptions eg due to a medical condition or sincerelyheld religious belief<p> <p>Thank you for your interest in Altos Labs where we strive for a culture of scientific freedom learning and belonging<p> <p><em>Note Altos Labs will not ask you to download a messaging app for an interview or outlay your own money to get started as an employee If this sounds like your interaction with people claiming to be with Altos it is not legitimate and has nothing to do with Altos Learn more about a common job scam at httpswwwlinkedincompulsehowspotavoidonlinejobscamsbironclark<em><p> <div>

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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