Contract Jobs in San Francisco, CA

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clinic staffing agency contract

Travel Physical Therapist - $2,210 per week

Company: Core Medical Group

Location: San Rafael, California

Posted Apr 13, 2025

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staffing agency contract locum

Travel Tele/PCU RN - $1,440 per week

Company: Core Medical Group

Location: San Antonio, Texas

Posted Apr 07, 2025

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hospital staffing agency contract

Travel Med Surg - $1,681 per week

Company: American Medical Staffing

Location: San Antonio, Texas

Posted Apr 13, 2025

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staffing agency contract travel

Travel Physical Therapist - $2,300 per week

Company: MedPro Healthcare Allied Staffing

Location: San Rafael, California

Posted Apr 14, 2025

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relocation assistance staffing agency contract

Travel Nurse RN - Oncology - $1,652 per week

Company: Healthcare Support

Location: San Antonio, Texas

Posted Apr 07, 2025

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hospital staffing agency full time

Travel Med Surg - $1,440 per week

Company: Travel Nurses, Inc.

Location: San Antonio, Texas

Posted Apr 14, 2025

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per diem contract locum

Travel Nurse RN - PCU - Progressive Care Unit - $1,451 per week

Company: KPG Healthcare

Location: San Antonio, Texas

Posted Apr 07, 2025

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Project Manager II (DSA/K-14)

Company: Vanir Construction Management, Inc.

Location: Los Angeles, CA

Posted Apr 08, 2025

Based on his/her direct observations of conditions in the field and familiar with all aspects of the design and construction process and supporting…

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hospital part time full time

Travel Nuclear Medicine Technologist - $2,357 per week

Company: Supplemental Health Care

Location: San Antonio, Texas

Posted Apr 13, 2025

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Construction Engineer

Company: Altair Engineering

Location: San Antonio, TX

Posted Apr 11, 2025

Provide subject matter expert assistance in review of product and equipment submittals, shop drawings, engineering design drawings and specifications, &…

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relocation assistance staffing agency contract

Travel RN - Med Surg - $1,916 per week

Company: Focus Staff

Location: San Antonio, Texas

Posted Apr 14, 2025

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staffing agency contract locum

Travel RN - Telemetry - $1,440 per week

Company: Core Medical Group

Location: San Antonio, Texas

Posted Apr 14, 2025

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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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