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8,621 open Per Diem tech roles are fueling a shift toward on‑demand talent. Companies accelerate product launches and scale through short‑term hires, creating high demand for data engineers, cloud admins, and cybersecurity specialists. Employers reward flexibility with competitive daily rates and instant onboarding via digital platforms.

Roles range from Data Analysts building real‑time dashboards in Power BI, to Cloud Engineers automating infrastructure with Terraform and AWS CDK. Full‑stack developers may work on React/Vue front‑ends or Node.js back‑ends, while DevOps specialists set up CI/CD pipelines in GitLab and monitor services with Prometheus. Each gig lasts 1–4 weeks, letting professionals stack projects and keep skills sharp.

Salary transparency matters because Per Diem pay fluctuates by skill, region, and project scope. Knowing exact hourly or daily rates upfront lets candidates negotiate, compare offers, and avoid underpayment. Transparent listings also help employers attract qualified talent and maintain compliance with labor regulations.

Network Solutions Architect

Company: Gcore

Location: Remote

Posted Dec 01, 2025

Gcore is an international cloud and edge leader seeking a Network Solutions Architect to join their Infrastructure Team. The role involves designing and evolving global network infrastructure, developing interconnection strategies, managing capacity expansion, and collaborating with various teams. Gcore offers a competitive benefits package and values its employees.

Sustaining Operations Engineer

Company: Canonical

Location: Remote

Posted Dec 01, 2025

This is a fast-paced engineering role at Canonical, focusing on Linux-based software-defined infrastructure and applications. The role involves troubleshooting and fixing issues in open-source technologies like OpenStack, Kubernetes, Ceph, and more. It requires strong Linux skills, debugging experience, and the ability to work remotely. Canonical offers a distributed work environment, personal learning budget, and other benefits.

Technical Program Manager

Company: Axios

Location: Remote

Posted Dec 01, 2025

The role of Technical Program Manager at Axios involves coordinating complex cross-functional initiatives to advance the company's mission. The position requires managing large programs, partnering with various teams, optimizing internal systems, developing reporting systems, coaching teams on Agile best practices, identifying blockers, and facilitating cross-team coordination. The ideal candidate should have 3-5 years of experience in program or project management, strong organizational and communication skills, experience with Jira and Confluence, familiarity with Agile methodologies, and fluency with AI tools.

Software Python Engineer (GPU Cloud)

Company: Gcore

Location: Remote

Posted Dec 01, 2025

Gcore is an international cloud and edge leader seeking a Software Python Engineer to work on developing compute products. The company collaborates with industry giants and offers a benefits package to support employee health, wellbeing, and professional growth.

Senior/Staff/Principal Engineer

Company: Canonical

Location: Remote

Posted Dec 01, 2025

Canonical seeks Senior+ Engineers to contribute to open-source projects, offering global collaboration, remote work, and professional growth opportunities. The role emphasizes technical leadership, innovation, and community engagement while providing competitive compensation and benefits.

Senior Security Architect & Cyber Lead

Company: WCG International Consultants Ltd.

Location: Remote

Posted Dec 01, 2025

The company, WCG, has been creating sustainable employment opportunities across Canada since 1994. They are seeking a Senior Security Architect and Cyber Lead to shape and safeguard the digital future of WCG, working closely with cross-border Digital teams and managing a skilled cybersecurity team. The role offers a competitive salary, comprehensive benefits, and opportunities for learning and development.

Software Engineering Manager (Backend SaaS)

Company: Canonical

Location: Remote

Posted Dec 01, 2025

Canonical is a leading provider of open source software and operating systems. They are hiring an engineering manager to lead the reboot of their Landscape systems management solution for Ubuntu. The company is founder-led, profitable, and growing, with a focus on distributed collaboration and global expansion.

Embedded IoT / Edge Solutions Sales Representative - Manager and Director

Company: Canonical

Location: Remote

Posted Dec 01, 2025

Canonical is a leading provider of open-source software and operating systems, with a focus on enterprise and technology markets. Their platform, Ubuntu, is widely used in various industries, including public cloud, data science, AI, engineering innovation, and IoT. The company is founder-led, profitable, and growing, with a distributed team across 75+ countries. They are hiring for various roles, including Embedded IoT, Edge Solutions Sales Representatives, Managers, and Directors, to expand their reach in mission-critical industries. Canonical provides a comprehensive portfolio of Linux solutions, emphasizing security, reliability, developer productivity, and footprint.

Software Engineer - Python/Golang - Kubernetes

Company: Canonical

Location: Remote

Posted Dec 01, 2025

Canonical is a leading provider of open source software and operating systems. They offer a remote software engineer position to join their Kubernetes product team, focusing on building operators and addons. The company values diversity, offers a distributed work environment, and provides benefits like a personal learning budget and annual compensation reviews.

Ubuntu Core Software Engineer

Company: Canonical

Location: Remote

Posted Dec 01, 2025

Canonical is a leading provider of open source software and operating systems, with a focus on Ubuntu. They are hiring a Ubuntu Core Software Engineer to work on embedded Linux systems in IoT, automotive, and aviation. The role involves designing and implementing software for various CPU architectures, collaborating with a distributed team, and reviewing code. Canonical offers a distributed work environment, personal learning budget, and other benefits.

Python and Kubernetes Software Engineer - Data, Workflows, AI/ML & Analytics

Company: Canonical

Location: Remote

Posted Dec 01, 2025

Canonical is a leading provider of open source software and operating systems, with a focus on Ubuntu. They offer a wide range of solutions for public cloud, data science, AI, engineering, and IoT. The company is founder-led, profitable, and growing, with a distributed team of over 1000 colleagues in 70+ countries. They are hiring Python and Kubernetes Specialist Engineers to work on open source solutions for public cloud and private infrastructure.

Systems & Controls Accountant

Company: Canonical

Location: Remote

Posted Dec 01, 2025

Canonical is a leading provider of open source software and operating systems, with a focus on enterprise initiatives such as public cloud, data science, AI engineering, and IoT. The company is founder-led, profitable, and growing, with a distributed team of over 1000 colleagues in 70+ countries. They are hiring a Systems & Controls Accountant to drive best practices in systems, processes, and controls, with a focus on NetSuite implementation and automation.

Frequently Asked Questions

What are typical salary ranges by seniority for Per Diem tech roles?
Entry‑level gigs pay $25–$35 per hour, mid‑level $40–$60, senior roles $70–$100, and high‑impact specialties such as AI/ML Ops can reach $120/h.
What skills and certifications are required for Per Diem tech positions?
Proficiency in Python, SQL, Docker, Kubernetes, Terraform, and cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP) is essential. Certifications like AWS Certified Solutions Architect, CompTIA Security+, Certified Kubernetes Administrator, and Microsoft Certified: Azure Developer Associate boost eligibility.
Is remote work available for Per Diem tech jobs?
Yes—most Per Diem roles allow full remote work with flexible hours. Candidates use Slack, Zoom, JIRA, and GitHub for collaboration and task tracking.
How can Per Diem gigs lead to long‑term career progression?
Frequent short‑term assignments build a diverse portfolio, enabling contract‑to‑hire opportunities, permanent placements, or consulting careers. Networking on the platform and delivering measurable results accelerate advancement.
What industry trends are shaping Per Diem tech demand?
Growing needs for AI/ML model deployment, serverless architecture, DevSecOps, rapid scaling of cloud services, and compliance with GDPR and data‑privacy laws are driving demand for on‑demand tech talent.

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