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Wipro Limited

DEVELOPER L4(CONTRACT)

Avenel, NJ · On-site

$60K - $135K/yr

DEVELOPER L4(CONTRACT) City: New Jersey State/Province: New Jersey Posting Start Date: 7/16/26 Wipro Limited (NYSE: WIT, BSE: 507685, NSE: WIPRO) is a leading technology services and consulting ...

DTCC

Blockchain Engineer

Jersey City, NJ · On-site

You will own smart contract components from design through deployment and ongoing lifecycle ... Mentor Associate engineers and promote best practices in Rust and smart contract development

Zelis

Contract Analyst I

Morristown, NJ · On-site

$71K - $85K/yr

This position reports to the Manager of Contract Configuration and will collaborate with the programming and development teams in the creation and vetting of calculation methods, database loads, or ...

AditiStaffing

C++/OpenGL Developer

Warren, NJ

OpenGL / C++ Developer Duration:6 Months Contract to Hire Location: Warren,NJ- 07920 Skills 5+ ... years C++ programming 2+ years OpenGL Graphics programming without using a commercial engine Gaming ...

Lockheed Martin Corporation

$87K - $117K/yr

... engineering, human resources, accounting, and compliance to effectively manage a breadth of responsibilities, including contract solicitations / capture, negotiations, and contract terms, including ...

DTCC

Lead Blockchain Engineer

Jersey City, NJ · On-site

You will own smart contract components from design through deployment and ongoing lifecycle ... Mentor Associate engineers and promote best practices in Rust and smart contract development

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A Contract Developer is a software developer hired on a temporary or project basis to create, modify, or maintain applications and systems. They typically work for clients or companies under a contract agreement rather than as a full-time employee. Their responsibilities may include coding, debugging, testing, and collaborating with teams to meet project requirements. Contract Developers often specialize in specific programming languages or technologies and may work remotely or on-site. The duration and terms of their work vary based on the contract and project scope.

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Contract Developers often work on multiple projects or with various clients, which can present challenges such as rapidly adapting to different codebases, meeting tight deadlines, and managing shifting priorities. Effective communication with stakeholders and clear agreement on project scope and deliverables can help minimize misunderstandings. Staying organized through productivity tools and maintaining continuous skills development also contribute to handling workload fluctuations. By proactively addressing these challenges, contract developers can deliver high-quality work and build strong professional relationships.

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Contract & Commercial Terms Specialist (Remote)

Pure Power Engineering

Hoboken, NJ • On-site, Remote

$55 - $85/hr

Part-time, Contractor

Posted 5 days ago

Job description

Pure Power Engineering is seeking an experienced Contract & Commercial Terms Specialist to support the review, negotiation, revision, and execution of client contracts. This role is ideal for an experienced paralegal, contract administrator, contracts manager, retired attorney, or other contract professional seeking flexible, part-time work.
The successful candidate will serve as a key member of the commercial and operations team, helping negotiate agreements, reduce contractual risk, and ensure contractual terms accurately reflect Pure Power's professional engineering services scope and business practices for our growing company.
This individual will work directly with clients, sales personnel, project managers, and leadership throughout the contract lifecycle, from initial review through final execution.
About Pure Power
Pure Power is an engineering firm specializing in designing big, challenging, and high-profile Solar PV systems. As a full-service engineering firm, we create the electrical and structural drawings and calculation packages for bidding, permits and construction, as well as supporting the lead up to the full engineering drawings, primarily interconnection support and electrical/structural feasibility studies.
Those that join the company have an opportunity to:
  • Work in a fast growing, exciting, & innovative industry
  • Have a career with purpose and impact on the environment
  • Contribute to the best and largest firm in the solar industry with a great reputation built over the past 10 years
  • Take pride in the fact that our services really are the best in the industry. There is no "fake it until you make it" here

Primary Responsibilities
  • Review and analyze:

o Master Service Agreements (MSAs) and Professional Services Agreements (PSAs)
o Purchase Orders (POs) and Statements of Work (SOWs)
o Client Terms and Conditions
o Subconsultant Agreements
o Client-requested revisions to Pure Power proposals and contract documents
  • Prepare detailed contract redlines, including:

o Additions
o Deletions
o Modifications to existing language
o Alternative language recommendations
  • Document negotiation positions and provide comments explaining:

o Contractual risks
o Business implications
o Recommended revisions
o Legal and commercial rationale for proposed changes
Client Negotiation Support
  • Communicate directly with clients regarding contractual revisions.
  • Participate in contract negotiation calls and meetings.
  • Explain Pure Power's contract positions and proposed revisions.
  • Facilitate resolution of contract issues to reach mutually acceptable agreements.

Contract Administration
  • Manage agreements throughout the full contract lifecycle.
  • Coordinate internal review and approval processes.
  • Track negotiations and revision history.
  • Ensure final execution of agreements by all parties.
  • Maintain accurate contract records and version control.

Risk Assessment
  • Identify and evaluate contractual risks related to:

o Indemnification provisions and limitation of liability
o Standard of care, warranties, guarantees, consequential and liquidated damages
o Intellectual property
o Change management, scope creep, schedule and delay obligations
  • Recommend revisions that align with Pure Power's business objectives and risk management standards.

Internal Collaboration
  • Work closely with Operations, Sales, Project Management, and Engineering Leadership
  • Assist with development and maintenance of:

o Contract templates
o Standard clause libraries
o Negotiation playbooks
o Contract review procedures
Other tasks as assigned.
Requirements
Required Experience
  • Minimum 7 years of experience reviewing and negotiating commercial contracts.
  • Associates degree in related field; Bachelor's degree or higher preferred.
  • Demonstrated experience redlining and negotiating:

o MSAs
o Professional Services Agreements
o Purchase Orders
o SOWs
o Client commercial terms and conditions
  • Strong understanding of contract structure, risk allocation, and commercial negotiations.
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
  • Ability to work independently with limited supervision.

Preferred Experience
  • Paralegal certification and/or substantial contract management experience.
  • Former attorney or retired attorney seeking flexible part-time work.
  • Experience supporting professional services organizations.
  • Experience working with engineering, architecture, consulting, or design firms.
  • Familiarity with construction, EPC, energy, or renewable energy industries.

The ideal candidate understands how professional engineering firms typically negotiate and manage contractual risk differently than contractors and can recognize when contract language improperly shifts contractor-level risk to a professional services provider.
Work Schedule
Position is part-time allowing for a flexible work schedule. Must be able to work 16-25 hours per week.
Hourly Rate
$55- 85/per hour
Location
This position is fully remote, with preference to candidates working in Eastern Standard Time.
Compensation and Benefits
We offer a competitive salary commensurate with experience.
Equal Opportunity Employer
Pure Power is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE) that values and respects the importance of a diverse and inclusive workforce. It is the policy of the company to recruit, hire, train and promote persons in all job titles without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, organ donation, or length of hair. We recognize that diversity and inclusion is a driving force in the success of our company.
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