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Math Teacher

Company: Notre Dame High School San Jose

Location: San Jose, CA

Posted Jan 17, 2024

Innovative approach to math instruction and meaningful, relevant curriculum with a social justice lens. The department actively seeks connections to social…

Senior Controls Engineering Designer

Company: CannonDesign

Location: San Diego, CA

Posted Dec 22, 2023

CannonDesign is seeking a Senior Controls Engineering Designer for their San Diego office. The role involves designing controls systems for various projects, leading a team, and mentoring junior staff. The ideal candidate should have a Bachelor's degree in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering, 10+ years of experience, and strong knowledge of Building Codes. The salary range is $93,400 to $116,800 annually. CannonDesign values diversity, equity, and inclusion, and offers a comprehensive benefits package.

Founding Product Engineer

Company: Simbie Health

Location: San Francisco, CA, US / New York, NY, US

Posted Dec 24, 2023

You are excited about working in healthcare Bonus points: You have experience working in healthcare or other regulated industries You have experience working with LLMs and shipping AI in regulated environments Our current stack is: React Typescript NextJS(Serverless) PostgreSQL (Supabase). Core responsibilities: UI/UX : You have a good eye for design and can build intuitive patient centric software for our clinicians without needing a lot of prescriptive direction Integrations with EMR/Claims/Labs : Integrate our software with external vendors such as our EMR or Billing vendors Scalability : Design develop and deploy scalable software solutions for our platform while understanding that (some) tradeoffs in scalability may be acceptable in the early days Team/Leadership : Take charge and lead future engineering hires fostering a strong culture of collaboration and innovation Continuous iteration : continuously iterate on the product based on user feedback Product Roadmap & Vision : Collaborate with our founders to develop the product roadmap vision based on feedback from users and stakeholders Working with LLMs : Research and validate how we can safely deploy LLMs in our products & ship responsible AI to our end users You’d likely be a good fit for this role if: You have a strong technical background including 3+ years of experience designing and engineering intuitive user experiences You work well cross-functionally care about your coworkers and are excited to be a part of a team! Tech Stack This is a full stack role. Experience with Typescript and React is a must! You are scrappy and can make informed decisions around prioritization understanding the trade-offs between speed cost and quality You understand best practices for building scalable systems and working with front end technologies You lean towards straightforward solutions and have intuition for what is enduring and scalable You are excited about growing a technical team that is comprised of a diverse group of people with different areas of expertise You are excited about joining us on a journey to find product market fit and are OK with the potential for ambiguity in your role! And is fun to work with :) Note: Since this role will have an outsized impact on our team culture and direction we'd like to start out on a 1 month contract before moving to a full time offer. You will play a critical role in defining our culture scaling our team and defining our product roadmap. We’re looking for someone who is excited about joining a small startup is passionate about our mission to enable independent practice in women's health and can hit the ground running as a technical lead from day one. You will lead the technical development and deployment of our patient + clinician experiences and work with us to iteratively design + ship the next generation of our product.

Event Associate

Company: Andretti Indoor Karting & Games

Location: San Antonio, TX

Posted Dec 23, 2023

Andretti Indoor Karting & Games is hiring an Event Associate for their San Antonio location, offering a starting wage of $10 per hour plus tips. The role involves welcoming guests, setting up event spaces, hosting events, maintaining food and beverage standards, ensuring guest safety, and assisting with guest recovery. Prior guest service experience is preferred. Andretti Indoor Karting & Games provides opportunities for career growth, professional development, and training.

Ground Account Manager

Company: Alliance Ground International

Location: San Diego, CA

Posted Dec 23, 2023

The Account Manager role involves managing cargo account operations, ensuring safety, efficiency, and regulatory compliance. Key responsibilities include establishing policies, coordinating with stakeholders, conducting audits, providing training, evaluating performance, maintaining hazardous materials training, developing ULD handling policies, leading by example, ensuring compliance with safety and security procedures, maintaining KPIs, conducting investigations, driving consistency, building relationships, resolving issues, ensuring efficient flight operations, promoting integrity, handling stress, concentrating on detail, lifting heavy weights, adhering to safety practices, multitasking, and having good communication skills. Qualifications include effective people management, customer focus, analytical skills, working under pressure, and being a team player. Preferred warehouse management experience, conflict resolution skills, intermediate computer skills, and excellent English communication skills are required. The role requires an Associates degree, a valid US driver's license, and successful completion of airport badging and drug screening. Flexible schedules are required due to operational demands.

Brand Manager

Company: Munchkin, Inc.

Location: Los Angeles, CA

Posted Dec 21, 2023

Munchkin, a leading consumer product company with over 320 patents, is expanding its business to technology-focused, higher-valued products and household consumer goods. The company, recognized as #8 on America's Most Innovative Companies list by Fortune Magazine, is seeking a Brand Manager to lead and oversee day-to-day management of brand activities for a new business segment. The role involves category development, new product launches, channel strategy, competitive analysis, and vendor management. Munchkin offers a comprehensive benefits package, competitive salary, and opportunities for equity. The company is committed to diversity and inclusion, providing a hybrid work environment and annual global office closures for employee recharge.

Construction Project Manager

Company: ROEM Builders, Inc.

Location: San Jose, CA

Posted Jan 16, 2024

Previous employment with a residential construction general contractor. General contractor work: 5 years (Required).

People & Culture Partner

Company: Scorpion Therapeutics

Location: South San Francisco, California, United States

Posted Feb 08, 2024

<p class=p1><strong>Employment Type Contract 3040hrsweek<strong><p> <p class=p1><strong>Term 6 Month Rolling Contract with Potential for Full Time Permanent Hire<span class=Appleconvertedspace>nbsp<span><strong><p> <p class=p1><strong>Hourly Rate $45$50hr<strong><p> <p class=p1><strong>Location South San Francisco 4 days in office<strong><p> <p class=p1><strong>Position Summary<strong><p> <p class=p1>The Scorpion People amp Culture team is looking for an onsite partner to join us and work on an array of highimpact projects across the PampC umbrella You will influence every step of the employee lifecycle and enable us to deliver on a truly supportive employee experience This is a generalist role where you might touch any of the following in the same week managing an HRIS system coordinating learning amp development efforts driving our operational needs or helping prepare for a new hire’s first day In this role you’ll get to impact every employee’s experience and relationship with Scorpion Therapeutics<strong><br><strong><p> <p class=p3>As the <strong>People and Culture Partner<strong> your primary responsibilities include the following<p> <p class=p3><strong>People amp Culture Operations<strong><p> <ul class=ul1> <li class=li4>Play a leadership role in onsite people operations serving as the primary face of newhire onboarding including initial key card and security system setup seating assignment and seating map management facilitating transportation parking arrangement for new and existing hires and more<li> <li class=li4><span class=s2>Deliver exceptional hiring and candidate experience by coordinating scheduling through our ATS Greenhouse<span><li> <li class=li4><span class=s2>Enable a smooth and successful employee onboarding experience by managing the onboarding process gathering consistent feedback and incorporating improvements to continuously improve new hires’ experience at Scorpion<span><li> <li class=li4><span class=s2>Assist employees with benefit enrollments such as Medical Dental Vision and 401k and being a goto resource for People Operations and Benefit questions<span><li> <li class=li4><span class=s2>Maintain digital employee records and update HR databases accordingly<span class=Appleconvertedspace>nbsp<span><span><li> <li class=li4><span class=s2>Provide HR and Culture support as ad hoc<span><li> <ul> <p class=p3><strong>Employee Experience<strong><p> <ul class=ul1> <li class=li4><span class=s2>Support cultural efforts such as advising on a company culture plan strategizing around events and partnering with relevant team members on larger scale quarterly team events<span><li> <li class=li4><span class=s2>We have an exciting People amp Culture strategy and series of projects to work on This role will include plenty of opportunities to take on additional projects aligned with PampC strategy based on the individual’s interests and experience<span><li> <li class=li4>Organize catering meals and associated activities for weekly Family Lunches and Scorpion bowls<li> <li class=li4>Foster a sense of onsite community by supporting crucial corporate culture initiatives including company cocktail hours team outings milestone celebrations etc<li> <ul> <p class=p3><strong>Administrative Support<strong><p> <ul class=ul1> <li class=li4>Provide administrative support for all nonexecutive team members including remote workers and those at Scorpion’s Boston and San Francisco sites and especially for the Operations and Administrative teams<li> <li class=li4>Oversee and maintain office and café equipment furniture appliances and act as a liaison for visiting service providers<li> <li class=li4><span class=s2>Manage low–lift office operations including managing relationships with building management partnering with certain team members to order supplies creating processes around parking and mail management<span class=Appleconvertedspace>nbsp<span><span><li> <ul> <p class=p4><span class=s2><strong>Qualifications<strong><span><p> <ul class=ul1> <li class=li4><span class=s2>3+ years’ experience in human resources culture and community or related position<span><li> <li class=li4><span class=s2>Bachelor’s degree in human resources or business administration preferred<span class=Appleconvertedspace>nbsp<span><span><li> <li class=li4><span class=s2>Excellent interpersonal and conflict resolution skills<span><li> <li class=li4><span class=s2>Experience dealing with sensitive complex and highly confidential employee situations<span><li> <li class=li4><span class=s2>Fluent knowledge of Federal and Provincial laws and legislation as it applies to employeerelated situations<span><li> <li class=li4><span class=s2>Ability to react quickly to changes while keeping alignment with longterm direction<span><li> <li class=li4><span class=s2>Motivated by complexity and challenges energized by evolving exciting environments<span><li> <li class=li4><span class=s2>Ability to forge grow and maintain positive relationships with multiple groups<span><li> <li class=li4><span class=s2>Ability to prioritize workload and complete tasks within tight deadlines<span><li> <li class=li4><span class=s2>Strong analytical critical thinking troubleshooting problemsolving skills and a high degree of accuracy and attention to detail<span><li> <li class=li4><span class=s2>Thorough knowledge of employmentrelated laws and regulations<span><li> <li class=li4><span class=s2>Excellent oral and written communication skills<span><li> <li class=li4><span class=s2>Experience with HR payroll software systems<span><li> <li class=li4><span class=s2>Computer proficient with experience in Outlook and Microsoft Office<span><li> <li class=li4><span class=s2>Highly organized and detail oriented<span><li> <ul><br><br>Please mention the word JOYOUSLY and tag RMTMuOTMuMjM5LjI1MA== when applying to show you read the job post completely RMTMuOTMuMjM5LjI1MA== This is a beta feature to avoid spam 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Operations Manager

Company: Italic

Location: Los Angeles, CA

Posted Dec 20, 2023

Italic is a luxury brand aiming to bypass traditional supply chains, offering quality goods directly to consumers. They are seeking an experienced Operations Manager to oversee 3PL warehouse, logistics, and contract management. The ideal candidate should have strong 3PL and logistics management experience, excellent communication skills, and a proactive mindset. The company values performance, integrity, and longevity, with a flat hierarchy and opportunities for career growth.

Systems Engineer - Integrated Product Team Lead (Level 4 or 5)

Company: Boeing

Location: Los Angeles, CA

Posted Dec 24, 2023

Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, physical or mental disability, genetic factors, military/veteran status or other characteristics protected by law. Person" includes U.S. Citizen, lawful permanent resident, refugee, or asylee.Export Control Details: US based job, US Person requiredEqual Opportunity Employer:Boeing is an Equal Opportunity Employer. PhD+9 years' related work experience, Master+12 years' related work experience). To meet export control compliance requirements, a "U.S. "U.S. PhD+4 years' related work experience, Master+7 years' related work experience). In the USA, ABET accreditation is the preferred, although not required, accreditation standard.Lead (Level 5)Education/experience typically acquired through advanced technical education from an accredited course of study in engineering, computer science, mathematics, physics or chemistry (e.g. In the USA, ABET accreditation is the preferred, although not required, accreditation standard.Relocation:This position offers relocation based on candidate eligibility.Drug Free Workplace:Boeing is a Drug Free Workplace where post offer applicants and employees are subject to testing for marijuana, cocaine, opioids, amphetamines, PCP, and alcohol when criteria is met as outlined in our policies.Shift:This position is for 1st shift.At Boeing, we strive to deliver a Total Rewards package that will attract, engage and retain the top talent. §120.15 is required. Citizenship.

Network/System Administrator III

Company: ManTech

Location: Los Angeles, CA

Posted Dec 24, 2023

ManTech International Corporation is seeking a Network/System Administrator III with 6 years of related experience, including 4 years in a SCI/SAR environment. The role involves working with Special Access Program (SAPs) and other classified networks, providing day-to-day support for Collateral, Sensitive Compartmented Information (SCI) and Special Access Program (SAP) activities. The successful candidate will install, maintain, audit, and support a secure MS Windows network environment, maintain internet applications and protocols, and manage data backup libraries. The position offers a competitive salary range of $99,700-$165,800 and comprehensive benefits. ManTech is an equal opportunity employer, urging minorities, females, disabled, and protected veterans to apply.

Software Developer - AI Trainer (Contract)

Company: DataAnnotation

Location: San Antonio, TX

Posted Dec 22, 2023

You can work on your own schedule. A bachelor's degree (completed or in progress). You will work with the chatbots that we are building in order to measure…

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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