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Sr. Project Manager

Company: HMC Architects

Location: San Diego, CA

Posted Dec 05, 2023

Ability to analyze profitability, revenue, margins, bill rates, and utilization across projects. Ability to correspond effectively with agencies, consultants, and clients. Knowledgeable of daylighting, stormwater management, and commissioning The salary range for this position is $105,682 to $158,086 The actual offered salary for this position will vary depending on multiple factors including the candidate's qualification, education, position knowledge, work experience, skills, ability, work location, and internal incumbent compensation for similar roles. Responsible for ensuring that all HMC procedures, standards, and protocols are followed. Ensure that project design supports firm's design goals. Ability to market project capability through client interviews, public presentations, and professional publications. The salary range listed above does not include other compensation elements such as discretionary bonus opportunities, employee stock ownership grants, paid time off, medical insurance, and other wage and benefit opportunities. Participate in project marketing interview. Primary proponent for project pursuit. Set goals, prioritize, and plan work activities for self-management and use time efficiently.

North America Field Marketing Manager

Company: Mixpanel

Location: San Francisco, CA

Posted Dec 03, 2023

We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status. We actively encourage women, people with disabilities, veterans, underrepresented minorities, and LGBTQ+ people to apply. Within the range, individual pay is determined by experience, job-related skills, qualifications, and other factors. We’re a leader in analytics with over 8,000 customers and $277M raised from prominent investors: like Andreessen-Horowitz, Sequoia, YC, and, most recently, Bain Capital. Our accomplished teams continuously facilitate our expansion by tackling the ever-evolving challenges tied to scaling, reliability, design, and service. At Mixpanel, we are focused on things that really matter—our people, our customers, our partners—out of a recognition that those relationships are the most valuable assets we have. In addition to the cash compensation provided, this position is also eligible for equity consideration and other benefits including medical, vision, and dental insurance coverage. If you have questions about the specific range, your recruiter can share this information. Mixpanel is an equal opportunity employer supporting workforce diversity. Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance or other similar laws that may be applicable, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

Sr. Program Manager

Company: Platform Science

Location: San Diego, CA

Posted Dec 06, 2023

At this time we only consider candidates in these states: AL, AR, AZ, CA, CO, FL, GA, ID, IL, KY, MA, MD, MI, MN, MO, NC, NH, NV, NY, OH, OK, OR, PA, SC, TN, TX, UT, VA, WA, and WI. Platform Science collects your personal information to support its business operations, including for human resources, employment, benefits administration, health and safety, and other business-related purposes as well as to be in legal compliance. This role may also be eligible for bonus, equity, and benefits.Please note that the compensation details listed in US role postings reflect the base salary only, and do not include bonus, equity, or benefits. Compensation packages are based on many factors unique to each candidate, including but not limited to skill set, work experience, relevant trainings and certifications, business needs, market demands and specific geographical location. In addition, you can access the Benefit Highlights brochure for regular, full-time employees by copying and pasting the link into your browser: https://www.platformscience.com/benefits This is an exempt role. The role best suits a candidate who is highly organized, self-starter, innovative, customer-centric and comfortable communicating at all levels of the organization. ** Travel required on an as-needed basis up to 30% ** Essential Responsibilities Partner cross-functionally with all departments; facilitate collaboration, teamwork, and communication to provide an excellent customer experience Formulate, organize, and monitor inter-connected activities to deliver against the project requirements, deadlines, and schedules Provide recommendations and solutions with attention to a customer’s wishes, capabilities and limitations forming concise reports while understanding the impact to cross functional teams Establish effective project plans, ensure their execution and manage all program activities to ensure compliance with contract requirements Manage dependencies, get ahead of risks, and surface information that will allow the teams to make sound strategic decisions and tradeoffs Maintain effective day to day communications with the customer to remain aligned on project initiatives and milestones Implement status reports creating transparency to leadership Clearly communicate project status, problems and roadblocks, while offering solutions to resolve issues to management Plan, coordinate and manage the preparation of presentation materials for internal and customer meetings and reviews. Apply change, risk, and resource management to ensure all parties are informed of the impacts on schedule and budget Provide peer mentorship Conduct post-project evaluation and identify successful and unsuccessful project elements Promote a trusting and safe environment that allows team members to engage in healthy debate and collaborative problem solving Exhibit a positive, can-do attitude and willingness to work in a hyper-growth environment; in other words, you can roll up your sleeves and thrive in a fast-paced environment Experience 8+ years proven experience in a program management roles managing various types of projects/programs Thorough understanding of project/program management techniques, methods and software Experience with Asana is a plus Outstanding leadership skills and organizational skills Strong presentation and communication skills Demonstrates problem solving solutions with an empathetic approach when collaborating with customers Excellent ability to manage multiple programs/projects simultaneously A confidant facilitator, amazing communicator, and skilled listener with a strong understanding of team dynamics Demonstrates ability to collaborate, influence, and negotiate with stakeholders at all levels of the organization, including C-level executives and business leaders BSc/BA diploma in management or a relevant field is a plus PMP certification is a plus Platform Science Benefits Highlights The company offers various benefits to regular, full-time employees including: Medical, dental, and vision insurance Short-term and long-term disability insurances AD&D and life insurance 401k plan Paid vacation, sick leave and holidays Six weeks of paid parental leave For more information please see the Benefits Highlights brochure for regular, full-time employees. Reporting to the Manager of the PMO, where the focus is on facilitating the successful delivery of customer transitions, you will be responsible for communicating, coordinating, and reducing complexity. In the future we plan to add more states.

Staff Backend Engineer

Company: Tempo

Location: San Francisco, CA

Posted Dec 05, 2023

- Wellness Benefit. Please, no Agency or Contract solicitation. - 401k for eligible employees. Anticipated salary range: $200K - $230K. - CI experience (Travis, Circle, Jenkins, etc.). Tempo does not accept unsolicited agency resumes. - Health-related perks - Team workouts and company fitness lab. - Collaborative start-up culture with a close-knit, all-star team. Tempo is an equal opportunity employer. - Comprehensive health benefits and unlimited PTO.

Computational Scientist, Multi-Omics

Company: Altos Labs

Location: San Diego, CA

Posted Dec 05, 2023

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. 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. Thank you for your interest in Altos Labs where we strive for a culture of scientific freedom, learning, and belonging. Altos currently requires all employees to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19, subject to legally required exemptions (e.g., due to a medical condition or sincerely-held religious belief). If this sounds like your interaction with people claiming to be with Altos, it is not legitimate and has nothing to do with Altos. Minimum Qualifications PhD in Computational Biology, Computer Science or a related discipline A strong interest in conducting genomics research in a collaborative setting Track record publications in peer-reviewed journals Knowledge of statistical methods, probabilistic modeling techniques, and machine learning methods Preferred Qualifications Track record of analysis of genomic data, including RNA, chromatin and DNA modifications, and proteins Knowledge of single-cell analysis methods Experience in developing tools in R or python, and experience with relevant repositories Working knowledge of deep learning techniques, variational optimization, and generative models Familiarity with multi-omics integration or spatial transcriptomics analysis Salary Range: Scientist I - $127,500 - $172,500; Scientist II - $150,000 - $228,800; Senior Scientist - $176,000 - $288,000 Exact compensation may vary based on skills, experience, and location. Who You Are We are open to candidates with a range of experience, as the position can be filled at the Scientist I, Scientist II, or Senior Scientist level. What We Want You To Know We are a culture of collaboration and scientific freedom, and we believe in the values of diversity, inclusion and belonging to inspire innovation. Emphasis will be placed on deciphering cell communications, control of proliferation within tissues, as well as epigenetic regulation of individual cells. For UK applicants, before submitting your application: - Please click here to read the Altos Labs EU and UK Applicant Privacy Notice (https://bit.ly/3fHGl98)- This Privacy Notice is not a contract, express or implied and it does not set terms or conditions of employment.

Staff Program Manager, Software and Informatics

Company: Illumina

Location: San Diego, CA

Posted Dec 05, 2023

We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer committed to providing employment opportunity regardless of sex, race, creed, color, gender, religion, marital status, domestic partner status, age, national origin or ancestry, physical or mental disability, medical condition, sexual orientation, pregnancy, military or veteran status, citizenship status, and genetic information. phase gate, waterfall etc.). Software development/programming experience. We are proud to confirm a zero-net gap in pay, regardless of gender, ethnicity, or race. (i.e. We offer a wide range of benefits as innovative as our work, including access to genomics sequencing, family planning, health/dental/vision, retirement benefits, and paid time off. To learn more, visit: https://www.dol.gov/ofccp/regs/compliance/posters/pdf/eeopost.pdf Compensation decisions are dependent on several factors including, but not limited to, an individual's qualifications, location where the role is to be performed, internal equity, and alignment with market data. Built on a strong foundation, Illumina has always been rooted in openness, collaboration, and seeking alternative views and perspectives to propel innovation in genomics. Experience integrating deliverables spanning host software, web/cloud, embedded software, and hardware deliveries Preferred Certifications: PMI PMP, Scrum Master, Scrum Product Owner, SAFe Program Consultant (SPC) LI-HYBRID The estimated base salary range for the Staff Program Manager, Software and Informatics role based in the United States of America is: $124,300 - $186,500.

Sr. CRM Marketing Manager, Tempo

Company: Tempo

Location: San Francisco, CA

Posted Dec 05, 2023

Expertise in customer segmentation, subscriber management, deliverability, and CAN-SPAM laws. Compensation will ultimately depend on job-related factors including skills, experience, and location. Advanced technical knowledge of HTML, Figma, Klaviyo, and Braze. Strong analytical mindset with experience in Excel, A/B testing, experiment design, and campaign analysis. Continuously conduct A/B tests, analyze results, and provide insights to improve acquisition, retention, conversion rates, and customer loyalty. At this time, Tempo is only set up to employ in the US and Egypt. Furthermore, Tempo does not pay placement fees for candidates submitted by any agency other than its approved partners. Ensure flawless implementation, testing, and QA of lifecycle marketing campaigns. Manage day-to-day execution of email, SMS, and Push notification marketing campaigns, including building, audience segmentation, A/B testing, and reporting. Craft customer segmentation, targeting, and contact strategies to maximize conversion, cross-sell rates, and customer lifetime value.

Stability Manager

Company: OLLY PBC

Location: San Francisco, CA

Posted Dec 06, 2023

This role will focus heavily on creating stability protocols, summary reports, regression analyses, and shelf life justification documents. So bring us your personal experience, your perspectives, and your background. You are proactive, highly organized, self-driven and expect the best from yourself - you genuinely see the cup half full, even under pressure. WHAT WE OFFER: An opportunity to work with an intelligent, inspiring, and extraordinarily fun team 100% employer-paid medical coverage for employee only, dental + ortho, and vision insurance 4 weeks PTO + paid holidays + 12 Mental Health Days per year 100% Paid parental leave, Fertility + Adoption Benefits Annual Bonus 401(k) plan with Employer Match Hybrid Work + Wellness + Cell Phone Stipends Free product And much more! Relocation support will be provided for out-of-area candidates.​​ HOURS: full time, exempt (salaried)​ MANAGER: Senior Stability Manager PLEASE NOTE: Candidates must be authorized to work in the United States without sponsorship. The more voices we have represented and amplified in our business, the more we will all thrive, contribute, and shine. ​ ​CAPABILITIES + SKILLS REQUIRED​ 6-8 years experience managing stability programs in a GMP environment, ideally for dietary supplements in the US​ Bachelor’s Degree in biology, chemistry, food sciences, or other closely related discipline​ Minimum 3-4 years of technical writing experience, ideally including data visualization​ Must have a strong understanding of regression analysis and industry guidelines related to stability data analysis requirements​ Understanding of of ICH Guidelines, CFR regulations, and other global standards that apply to dietary supplement stability​ Strong organizational and data management skills with a calling for consistency, quality, and order​ Working knowledge of dietary ingredients, analytical methods, and ingredient degradation characteristics ​ Strong project and task management skills; experience owning larger-scale projects from initiation to successful completion​ The ability to work independently and carry out responsibilities accurately and efficiently​ The ability to multi-task and thrive in a deadline driven environment​ Dedication to a solutions-based way of thinking- you ask questions, learn quickly, and bring smart options to the table WHAT TO EXPECT DURING THE INTERVIEW PROCESS Initial video screen with a member of our Talent team Round 1: Conversation with the Hiring Manager + 1-2 conversations with other Ollies on the team Round 2: 2-3 conversations with team or cross functional Ollies Final Round: Homework* *At OLLY, our final round is called Homework. We understand every candidate is different. You will also support stability investigations as needed. THE ROLE: STABILITY MANAGER​ The Stability Manager is responsible for ensuring that the OLLY stability program is compliantly executed to support shelf life for commercial product according to regulations, guidances, and OLLY procedures.

Engineering Manager, Growth Infrastructure

Company: Mixpanel

Location: San Francisco, CA

Posted Dec 05, 2023

We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status. We actively encourage women, people with disabilities, veterans, underrepresented minorities, and LGBTQ+ people to apply. Within the range, individual pay is determined by experience, job-related skills, qualifications, and other factors. We’re a leader in analytics with over 8,000 customers and $277M raised from prominent investors: like Andreessen-Horowitz, Sequoia, YC, and, most recently, Bain Capital. Our accomplished teams continuously facilitate our expansion by tackling the ever-evolving challenges tied to scaling, reliability, design, and service. At Mixpanel, we are focused on things that really matter—our people, our customers, our partners—out of a recognition that those relationships are the most valuable assets we have. You have a track record of hiring, retaining, mentoring & growing engineers through technical leadership, collaboration & enablement. In addition to the cash compensation provided, this position is also eligible for equity consideration and other benefits including medical, vision, and dental insurance coverage. If you have questions about the specific range, your recruiter can share this information. Mixpanel is an equal opportunity employer supporting workforce diversity.

Events Manager (Non-profit Organization)

Company: LACI

Location: Los Angeles, CA

Posted Dec 04, 2023

Salary Range: Manager Range $61-75k commensurate with experience, education, skills, etc and total compensation package including health benefits, 401k match, professional development, commuter benefits and more. In addition to working on a campus with other innovators, we offer industry competitive benefits including: paid holidays, vacation/sick time, health benefits, 401(k) plan with match, and paid parking (with EV charge stations). In addition, you have a commitment to inclusion, or the need for solutions to support all people in a community regardless of race, religion, gender, immigration status, or ethnicity. Results-oriented and organized, with an understanding of the necessary steps to achieve goals before deadline and within budget Working knowledge of virtual event-hosting platforms, such as Zoom Webinar, Remo and Hopin Solid understanding of marketing and event software, including Eventbrite, MailChimp, etc.. You’re PRO-LACI: you’re a proactive, pro-environment, pro-solutions professional that is dedicated to making the world a cleaner, safer, better place to live in through clean technologies. LACI operates out of the La Kretz Innovation Campus, in the bustling Downtown LA Arts District. Requirements: Basically, we want to know you can get the job done. MarCom Team Project Management: Draft, create and send newsletters, event invitations and other collateral, in collaboration with the MarCom team. Since we are rapidly growing, you will be getting in on the ground floor at LACI, with the opportunity to evolve with us and shape your future here. Coordinate with Campus Management prior to event and on day-of for installation, check-in, catering, room and service arrangements, A/V, and parking needs for events.

Project Architect - Sciences - Senior

Company: Gensler

Location: San Francisco, CA

Posted Dec 04, 2023

Our comprehensive benefits include medical, dental, vision, disability, wellness programs, flex spending, paid holidays, and paid time off. We also offer a 401K, profit sharing, employee stock ownership, and twice annual bonus opportunities. Knowledge of technical, code, and regulatory requirements for laboratory design. Prepare and modify architectural documents, elevations, sections, details, etc. Experience in laboratory programming, including space, operational, and equipment programming, lab design, construction documents, construction administration and project construction cost control for lab facilities. Understanding of structural, HVAC, and electrical systems design implications for labs. In addition, we reimburse tuition for certain eligible programs or classes. LEED accredited preferred. Experience working directly with senior management, scientists, laboratory managers and technicians, facilities and project managers, and other project stakeholders in determining and documenting programmatic requirements. Capable of traveling to and from project sites for attending client, project and construction meetings.

Associate Director/Director, DMPK

Company: Treeline Biosciences

Location: San Diego, CA

Posted Dec 04, 2023

As required by applicable law, Treeline will consider requests for Reasonable Accommodations. Strong communication, interpersonal, collaboration and multi-tasking skills are required Preferred Qualifications Excellent knowledge and hands-on skills building translational PK/PD models is highly desirable Experience with PK/PD and Modeling software (e.g., Phoenix WinNonLin, MATLAB/ Simbiology, PK Sim, Simcyp, or, background using NONMEM to develop PK/PD models) for optimization and selection of development candidates. Ability to exercise good judgment, strong analytical and organization skills, and attention to detail required. with extensive experience. Our company requires all employees to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19, including a booster shoot. Experience selecting and managing CROs Experience with preparation of the DMPK portions of regulatory documents such as pre-IND, IND, IB, briefing documents, and CTA while working in collaboration with cross functional team Strong understanding of DMPK principles, the drug development process, and regulatory guidance to support DMPK and early clinical pharmacology strategies Excellent time management, problem solving skills and ability to work and lead in a cross-functional setting. Notice to Search Firms/Third-Party Recruitment Agencies (Recruiters) The Human Resources team manages the recruitment and employment process for Treeline Biosciences. Recruiters are requested not to contact or present candidates directly to our hiring manager or employees. Treeline Biosciences is committed to protecting the health and safety of our team. To protect the interests of all parties involved, Treeline Biosciences will only accept resumes from a recruiter if an executed search agreement directed to the particular position or positions is in place at the start of the recruitment effort.

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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