Browse the latest software engineer contract jobs from companies hiring skilled engineers on a contract, freelance, or consulting basis. This page features opportunities across the globe, including remote, hybrid, and onsite contract roles, giving you the flexibility to work on your own terms.
DataAnnotation
Civis Analytics, Inc
Lenmar Consulting Inc
ConsultNet Technology Services and Solutions
Actalent
Addison Group
DataFactZ
Twenty
Civis Analytics
Coinbase
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20% of these openings can be done remotely.
Across 10 listings, advertised pay ranges from USD 50 to USD 455k.
Typical band: USD 64k – 152k.
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About the job: Contribute to developing cutting-edge AI systems, while enjoying the flexibility of remote work and setting your own schedule. We are looking for an existing coder to help advance AI development. As a member of DataAnnotation's coding team, you'll be part of a growing community of over 100,000 profession…
View & Apply →Please note that candidates must currently live in the following states: DC, Florida, Illinois, Maryland, Michigan, North Carolina, New York, Pennsylvania, Texas, Vermont. Virginia Civis is hiring a Software Engineer (Contract) to build and ship high-quality software across the full stack in service of our clients'' mo…
View & Apply →We have this Remote W2 Contract opportunity for a Sr Full Stack Software Engineer with our Direct Client in Reston, VA. Please let us know if this is something that interests you. Sr Full Stack Software Engineer - Req # 5926 Location: Reston, VA / Remote Max Pay Rate: $70/hr W2 (No Benefits) USC and GC only on W2 at th…
View & Apply →Title: Senior Software Engineer - Java / AWS Location: DC Metro Area Target Start Date: ASAP Type: contract Pay Rate: DOE We are seeking a Senior Software Engineer to join a highly collaborative engineering team supporting large-scale, cloud-based applications. This role is ideal for an experienced backend engineer wit…
View & Apply →Software Engineer - Autonomous Drone (Hybrid) Job Description This role focuses on designing, developing, and maintaining full-stack embedded software for drones and connected ground control station applications, as well as companion software that supports new capabilities and additional payloads. You will lead softwar…
View & Apply →Job Title: Senior Backend Software Engineer Location: Remote Employment Type: Contract Pay Rate: $65 - $70/ hour Benefits: This position is eligible for medical, dental, vision, and 401(k). The Role We are seeking a Senior Software Engineer to play a pivotal role in transforming a core financial product. Key Responsibi…
View & Apply →Senior Developer Workspace Engineer Location: McLean, VA / Plano, TX (Locals Only) Employment Type: W2 - Contract to Hire Job ID: DFZ-2026-015 Position Overview: As a senior-level engineer and advocate, you will contribute to the design, build, and advocacy of developer workspaces and tooling. The goal is to achieve fr…
View & Apply →About The Company America is under sustained cyber attack. Our adversaries infiltrate our networks, steal our IP, and degrade the digital infrastructure that modern life runs on. They’ve learned—correctly—that those attacks rarely produce consequences. Twenty was founded to change that, by making our adversaries think …
View & Apply →About the position At Civis, we take a science-first approach to solving business problems using person-level data. With a blend of proprietary technology and statistical advisory services, we help public and private sector organizations find, understand and connect with the people they care about, so they can stop gue…
View & Apply →Ready to do the most impactful work of your career? AtCoinbase, we are uncompromising on our mission to increase economic freedom. The bar is high, the environment is intense, and we like it that way. This isn't a place for complacency, it’s a place to be pushed past your perceived limits. If you're ready to build the …
View & Apply →Browse the latest software engineer contract jobs from companies hiring skilled engineers on a contract, freelance, or consulting basis. This page features opportunities across the globe, including remote, hybrid, and onsite contract roles, giving you the flexibility to work on your own terms.
Contract software engineers are in high demand for short-term projects, long-term engagements, and specialized assignments. Roles span a wide range of technologies, including backend development, frontend engineering, full-stack development, cloud, DevOps, mobile apps, data engineering, and AI systems. These positions are ideal for professionals who prefer project-based work, higher earning potential, or diverse technical challenges.
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