Contract Jobs in San Francisco, CA

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Director, Technical Program Management

Company: Team Rubicon

Location: Los Angeles, CA

Posted Jan 16, 2023

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Creative Producer

Company: Ruggable

Location: Los Angeles, CA

Posted Jan 15, 2023

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Product Cost Analyst, Hardware Sourcing

Company: Cisco Meraki

Location: San Francisco, CA

Posted Jan 14, 2023

The text is a job description for a Product Cost Analyst position at Cisco Meraki. The role involves tracking and analyzing program and product costs, driving margin targets, and facilitating cost analysis and reporting across various teams and departments. The successful candidate should be a deeply analytical thinker with experience in Sourcing, Financial, or Product Operations roles. The company values diversity, inclusion, and collaboration, and offers a competitive compensation range.

Sr. Program Manager

Company: Cubic Corporation

Location: San Diego, CA

Posted Jan 18, 2023

Cubic, a global provider of innovative technology for government and commercial customers, is seeking a talented leader for a fast-paced development environment in San Diego, CA. The ideal candidate will manage programs featuring emerging technical solutions, oversee a multi-disciplinary technical team, and exercise substantial decision-making authority. The role requires a four-year college degree in Engineering or Business Operations, strong background in Earned Value Management, and proficiency in integrated master scheduling tools like Primavera P6 and business management tools like SAP. The candidate must have strong organizational and interpersonal skills, be a proactive leader, and communicate effectively with Executive Leadership Teams. PMP Certification and experience developing C4ISR solutions for DoD customers are desired. The salary range is between $193,401- $226, 155 + benefits.

Accounting Manager

Company: Erasca

Location: San Diego, CA

Posted Jan 16, 2023

Erasca is a clinical-stage precision oncology company focused on discovering, developing and commercializing medicines for the benefit of patients with cancer. The company is committed to erasing cancer and offers a comprehensive and competitive benefits package.

Business Development Manager

Company: Metropolis Technologies

Location: Los Angeles, CA

Posted Jan 16, 2023

The company Metropolis is looking for a Business Development Manager to develop critical business relationships, drive forward a programmatic approach to building the customer pipeline, and scale the Metropolis platform across the commercial real estate industry. The role requires identifying, building, and closing relationships with new real estate partners, developing and executing portfolio expansion strategy, and negotiating location agreements.

Contractor, People Ops Generalist

Company: Team Rubicon

Location: Los Angeles, CA

Posted Jan 18, 2023

None Found

JDM Manager, Strategic Sourcing

Company: Cisco Meraki

Location: San Francisco, CA

Posted Jan 14, 2023

Cisco Meraki is seeking a JDM (ODM) sourcing manager to work with ODMs to launch Hi-tech & consumer products. The role requires strategic, collaborative, analytical, and organized skills, with experience in sourcing or partner management in consumer electronics or semiconductor industry.

Head of Client Success

Company: Webstacks

Location: San Diego, CA

Posted Jan 18, 2023

Webstacks is a high-performance website operations and growth marketing agency that has quickly grown to a 55-person company. They are looking for a Head of Client Success to oversee department strategy, client relationships, and client growth. The role involves leading a team, architecting the client success organization, and managing a centralized client success team responsible for supporting $10m+ of revenues. The required experience includes 10+ years of relevant experience, 5+ years in an agency environment, and strong strategic financial oversight.

Senior Network Engineer

Company: SDI Presence

Location: Los Angeles, CA

Posted Jan 16, 2023

The Senior Network Engineer will be responsible for installing, configuring, troubleshooting, and maintaining network infrastructure components such as network switches, routers, wireless access points, and peripherals at our client's sites. The Senior Network Engineer will also respond to network alarms and outages, dispatch to remote sites for troubleshooting and repairs as well as document network infrastructure, resolve trouble tickets, and document the root cause of network issues.

Strategic Client Success Manager

Company: WeaveGrid

Location: San Francisco, CA

Posted Jan 17, 2023

The job description is for a management role within the Utility Solutions organization, focusing on managing account relationships, business outcomes, and growth of EV programs for utility customers. The role requires experience in management consulting, energy, utilities, or related areas, with excellent communication and project management skills.

Contractor, People Ops Generalist

Company: Team Rubicon

Location: Los Angeles, CA

Posted Jan 18, 2023

Team Rubicon is seeking a Contractor, People Operations Generalist to support the growth of their International team. The role involves recruitment efforts, payroll, and ensuring legal compliance. The position reports to the Deputy Director, Talent Management and is based out of Los Angeles, California.

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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