Contract Jobs in Washington DC

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Sr. Systems Analyst - PTO, Paid Holiday, & Paid Leave

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Location: Washington, DC

Posted Jan 30, 2025

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relocation assistance staffing agency contract

Travel Nurse RN - PCU - Progressive Care Unit - $2,246 per week

Company: Focus Staff

Location: Puyallup, Washington

Posted Jan 30, 2025

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Sr. Systems Analyst - PTO, Paid Holiday, & Paid Leave

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Location: Washington, DC

Posted Jan 30, 2025

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part time full time contract

Remote Mental Health Therapist

Company: SonderMind

Location: White Swan, Washington

Posted Jan 29, 2025

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hospital staffing agency full time

Travel Nurse RN - PACU - Post Anesthesia Care - $2,550 per week

Company: Travel Nurses, Inc.

Location: Washington, District of Columbia

Posted Jan 30, 2025

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contract travel health insurance

Travel Nurse RN - PCU - Progressive Care Unit - COVID19 - $2,050 per week

Company: Stability Healthcare

Location: Puyallup, Washington

Posted Jan 29, 2025

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staffing agency part time contract

Travel Registered Respiratory Therapist - $1,986 per week

Company: Focus Staff

Location: Seattle, Washington

Posted Jan 28, 2025

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Sr. Systems Analyst (Tomahawk Program) - Industry leading benefits

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Location: Washington, DC

Posted Jan 30, 2025

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Chief Engineer

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Location: Fort Washington, PA

Posted Jan 30, 2025

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hospital staffing agency full time

Travel Nurse RN - Med Surg / Telemetry - $1,920 per week

Company: Travel Nurses, Inc.

Location: Kennewick, Washington

Posted Jan 29, 2025

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hospital contract travel

Travel Nurse RN - Med Surg / Telemetry - $2,678 per week

Company: Vibra Travels

Location: Grandview, Washington

Posted Jan 29, 2025

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skilled Tableau Analyst Developer 8+ years of experience in Tableau solutions 5+ years in Business Objects Enterprise BOE

Tableau Analyst / Developer with BOE - Remote - Active MBI Clearance

Company: Arthur Grand Technologies Inc

Location: Washington DC

Posted Jan 29, 2025

Arthur Grand Technologies is seeking a skilled Tableau Analyst Developer with 8+ years of experience in Tableau solutions, 5+ years in Business Objects Enterprise BOE, and 3+ years in presenting technical insights. The role involves dashboard design, performance optimization, user collaboration, documentation, and testing. The company offers challenging work, market-relevant benefits, and opportunities for professional growth. Arthur Grand Technologies is a minority-owned staff augmentation and technology consulting firm.

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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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