Where can I find remote jobs?

DailyRemote, LinkedIn, and We Work Remotely are the top platforms for finding remote jobs in 2026. Company career pages at remote-first organizations like GitLab, Zapier, and Automattic list positions directly. FlexJobs and Remote.co offer curated listings with employer verification. Over 85,000 new remote positions are posted weekly across these platforms combined.

How much do remote jobs pay?

Remote jobs pay $50,000 to $200,000 annually, with software developers averaging $120,000, marketing managers $95,000, product managers $140,000, and customer support roles $45,000. Remote salaries match or exceed office equivalents at 78% of companies. Geographic arbitrage allows remote workers to earn San Francisco salaries ($150,000+) while living in lower-cost regions.

What remote jobs can I get with no experience?

Customer support representative ($35,000-$45,000), virtual assistant ($30,000-$50,000), data entry specialist ($28,000-$40,000), social media coordinator ($40,000-$55,000), and sales development representative ($50,000-$70,000 OTE) hire candidates without prior experience. These five roles account for 60% of entry-level remote job postings and require only communication skills and reliable internet.

What is the difference between remote and hybrid work?

Remote work means 100% work-from-anywhere with no office requirement. Hybrid work requires 2-3 office days weekly and limits where employees can live. 32% of US jobs are fully remote, 27% are hybrid, and 41% are fully in-office. Fully remote workers report 25% higher job satisfaction than hybrid workers. Hybrid roles pay 5-10% less than equivalent fully remote positions.

How do I prepare for a remote job interview?

Test camera, microphone, and internet speed 24 hours before the interview. Position lighting in front of your face, not behind. Use a neutral background or professional virtual background. Close all browser tabs and applications to prevent notifications. Dress professionally from head to toe. Look at your camera when speaking, not the screen. 67% of hiring managers have rejected candidates due to technical issues during video interviews.

What are the best countries for digital nomads?

Portugal ranks #1 for digital nomads with affordable cost of living ($2,000/month in Lisbon), fast internet (average 200 Mbps), Digital Nomad Visa, and strong expat community. Spain, Mexico, Thailand, and Colombia round out the top five. Key factors: time zone overlap with US/EU employers, cost of living under $2,500/month, reliable 50+ Mbps internet, and visa accessibility. Portugal and Spain offer paths to EU residency.

Are work from home jobs legit?

Yes, the majority of work from home jobs are legitimate. In 2026, over 35% of US workers hold fully remote positions at verified companies. To identify legit work from home jobs: check that the company has a real website and LinkedIn presence, never pay upfront fees to apply, verify the company on Glassdoor or Trustpilot, and apply through established job boards like DailyRemote that screen employers. Red flags include requests for personal banking information, guaranteed high income with no experience, and unprofessional communication. Remote-first companies like GitLab, Zapier, Automattic, and Shopify post legitimate work from home positions regularly.

What remote jobs are hiring immediately?

Customer support, data entry, virtual assistant, sales development, and content moderation roles are the remote jobs most commonly hiring immediately. These positions typically have a 1-2 week hiring process compared to 4-6 weeks for technical roles. Companies like Amazon, UnitedHealth Group, and CVS Health regularly post remote jobs with immediate start dates. On DailyRemote, new remote jobs are posted every day across 15+ categories, and many positions accept applications within 24 hours of posting. Filter by "latest" to see the most recently added remote jobs hiring now.

What are the easiest remote jobs to get?

The easiest remote jobs to get are customer service representative ($35,000-$50,000), data entry clerk ($28,000-$42,000), virtual assistant ($30,000-$55,000), transcriptionist ($25,000-$45,000), and online tutor ($30,000-$60,000). These roles require no specialized degree, have high hiring volume, and many offer part-time or flexible schedules. Most need only a computer, reliable internet, and basic communication skills. Customer service alone accounts for 25% of all entry-level remote job postings, and many companies provide paid training for new hires.

Are there part-time remote jobs?

Part-time remote jobs are widely available across multiple industries. Common part-time remote positions include customer support (20-30 hours/week), freelance writing ($25-$75/hour), virtual assistant (15-25 hours/week), online tutoring (10-20 hours/week), and bookkeeping (15-20 hours/week). About 30% of all remote job listings on DailyRemote offer part-time or flexible schedules. Many part-time remote jobs let you set your own hours, making them ideal for parents, students, or anyone building a side income. Companies like Belay, Time Etc, and Fancy Hands specialize in part-time remote positions.

Can I work remotely from anywhere in the world?

Many remote jobs allow you to work from anywhere in the world, though some have location restrictions for tax and legal reasons. Fully distributed companies like GitLab, Automattic, Toptal, and Deel hire in 50+ countries. International remote workers should consider time zone requirements (many US companies require 4+ hours overlap), tax implications in their country, and visa requirements. 54 countries now offer digital nomad visas including Portugal, Spain, Costa Rica, and Thailand. On DailyRemote, filter by "Worldwide" location to find remote jobs with no geographic restrictions.

What are the best work from home jobs?

The best work from home jobs in 2026 by salary and job satisfaction are: software engineer ($120,000-$200,000), product manager ($130,000-$180,000), UX designer ($95,000-$160,000), data analyst ($75,000-$120,000), and digital marketing manager ($80,000-$130,000). For non-technical roles, the best options are project manager ($85,000-$140,000), technical writer ($70,000-$110,000), and account executive ($80,000-$150,000 OTE). The best part-time work from home jobs include freelance writing, bookkeeping, and online tutoring. DailyRemote lists the best remote positions across 15+ categories — use the salary filter to find high-paying work from home jobs in your field.

What are high paying remote jobs?

The highest paying remote jobs are in technology, finance, and healthcare. Software architects earn $180,000-$300,000, engineering managers $170,000-$250,000, product directors $200,000-$350,000, and cybersecurity engineers $150,000-$220,000. In non-tech fields, remote sales directors earn $150,000-$250,000 OTE, management consultants $120,000-$200,000, and medical directors $200,000-$400,000. For entry-level workers seeking high pay without experience, sales development ($50,000-$80,000 OTE) and technical support ($45,000-$65,000) offer the best starting salaries with rapid advancement potential. Browse high-paying remote jobs on DailyRemote using the salary filter.

Remote Backend Engineer Jobs in Canada (92)

Software Engineer (Backend), SaaS Platform

Censys · Full Time · 5 Weeks Ago

Censys

🌎 Canada, United States 💵 $125K - $177K per year ⭐ 2-5 yrs exp 💼 Software Development Software Engineer

Design and build scalable backend microservices and robust APIs to power the Censys SaaS platform. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver data-driven security insights and manage the full development lifecycle including deployment and monitoring.

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Senior Backend Engineer, SaaS Platform

Censys · Full Time · 5 Weeks Ago

Censys

🌎 Canada, United States 💵 $151K - $206K per year ⭐ 5-10 yrs exp 💼 Software Development Backend Engineer

Lead the development of a customer-facing SaaS platform by designing and building scalable backend microservices and robust APIs. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to translate complex requirements into maintainable software and automate the full development lifecycle.

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Software Engineer (Backend), Core Services

Censys · Full Time · 5 Weeks Ago

Censys

🌎 Canada, United States 💵 $125K - $177K per year ⭐ 2-5 yrs exp 💼 Software Development Software Engineer

Build and maintain critical infrastructure for authentication, authorization, analytics, and user management. Implement new core platform functionality and evolve the public API while collaborating with product and engineering stakeholders.

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Staff Software Engineer, Backend (Capacity Modeling)

Affirm · Full Time · 5 Weeks Ago

Affirm

🌎 Canada 💵 178K - 228K per year ⭐ 10+ yrs exp 💼 Software Development Software Engineer

Set the technical strategy for the Capacity Modeling team to ensure infrastructure can handle forecasted traffic and peak sales events. Lead the development of statistical models to map traffic inputs to resource outputs across compute and database infrastructure.

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Senior Backend Engineer

Adobe · Full Time · 6 Weeks Ago

Adobe

🌎 Canada, United States 💵 $139K - $257K per year ⭐ 5-10 yrs exp 💼 Software Development Backend Engineer

Design and implement scalable data models and fault-tolerant backend systems using Elixir for the post-production domain. Provide technical leadership and mentorship to junior engineers while collaborating with cross-functional teams to deploy new features.

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Staff Backend Engineer - Grafana App Platform| Canada | Remote

Grafana Labs · Full Time · 6 Weeks Ago

Grafana Labs

🌎 Canada 💵 186K - 223K per year ⭐ 10+ yrs exp 💼 Software Development Backend Engineer

Develop and refactor Grafana's core architecture to create a scalable, multi-tenant observability app platform. This includes coding new features, authoring design documents, and participating in on-call rotations to ensure system reliability.

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Staff Backend Engineer - Application Core Services, Stacks | Canada | Remote

Grafana Labs · Full Time · 6 Weeks Ago

Grafana Labs

🌎 Canada 💵 186K - 223K per year ⭐ 5-10 yrs exp 💼 Software Development Backend Engineer

The Staff Backend Engineer will design, build, and operate reconciliation systems to manage Grafana Cloud stack lifecycles at scale. They will collaborate across teams to ensure system reliability, improve operational efficiency, and participate in an on-call rotation.

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Senior Software Engineer, Backend (Continuous Delivery)

Affirm · Full Time · 7 Weeks Ago

Affirm

🌎 Canada 💵 150K - 200K per year ⭐ 2-5 yrs exp 💼 Software Development Software Engineer

You will lead a team of engineers to deliver quarterly goals while improving developer productivity through robust CI/CD and automation systems. Additionally, you will collaborate with cross-functional partners to design scalable backend solutions and foster a culture of technical excellence and ownership.

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Senior Backend Engineer

Postscript · Full Time · 7 Weeks Ago

Postscript

🌎 Canada, United States 💵 $172K - $203K per year ⭐ 5-10 yrs exp 💼 Software Development Backend Engineer

You will take ownership of the Fondue product architecture and lead the development of cashback, discounting, and incentives systems. Additionally, you will drive system modularization and implement AI-first coding practices to accelerate development cycles.

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Staff Backend Engineer - Databases Tempo | Canada | Remote

Grafana Labs · Full Time · 7 Weeks Ago

Grafana Labs

🌎 Canada 💵 186K - 223K per year ⭐ 10+ yrs exp 💼 Software Development Backend Engineer

The Staff Backend Engineer will lead technical initiatives for the Tempo distributed tracing backend, focusing on architecture, performance, and operational excellence. They will design scalable APIs, mentor team members, and drive the evolution of Tempo into a platform for next-generation observability products.

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Node/AWS Software Engineer (Backend development)

3Pillar · Full Time · 7 Weeks Ago

3Pillar

🌎 Canada ⭐ 5-10 yrs exp 💼 Software Development Software Engineer

You will be responsible for analyzing and resolving data integrity challenges using SQL and logs while architecting performant, scalable backend services. Additionally, you will facilitate communication with stakeholders and mentor other engineers within the Engineering Practice community.

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Staff Backend Engineer - Session Replay | Canada | Remote

Grafana Labs · Full Time · 8 Weeks Ago

Grafana Labs

🌎 Canada 💵 186K - 231K per year ⭐ 5-10 yrs exp 💼 Software Development Backend Engineer

The Staff Backend Engineer will own the end-to-end technical direction for the Session Replay product, focusing on backend architecture and data systems. They will lead the design of ingestion pipelines, query patterns, and cross-product investigation workflows while mentoring team members.

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Staff Backend Engineer - Adaptive Telemetry| Canada | Remote

Grafana Labs · Full Time · 8 Weeks Ago

Grafana Labs

🌎 Canada 💵 186K - 223K per year ⭐ 10+ yrs exp 💼 Software Development Backend Engineer

Drive technical strategy and architectural vision for the Adaptive Telemetry group while leading cross-functional projects. Own the reliability, performance, and operational readiness of critical telemetry database systems.

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Senior Backend Engineer

DataRobot · Full Time · 9 Weeks Ago

DataRobot

🌎 Canada ⭐ 5-10 yrs exp 💼 Software Development Backend Engineer

Develop and support new compute primitives and APIs while instrumenting DataRobot to integrate with enterprise IT infrastructure. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to define roadmaps and ensure continuous delivery processes are secure, performant, and reliable.

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Staff Backend Engineer, Developer Experience

GitLab · Full Time · 10 Weeks Ago

GitLab

🌎 Canada, United Kingdom, United States 💵 $131K - $282K per year ⭐ 10+ yrs exp 💼 Software Development Backend Engineer

You will drive technical excellence across engineering teams by identifying and removing friction in development workflows and testing processes. This role involves hands-on coding, architectural design, and collaborating cross-functionally to modernize the developer experience platform.

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Senior MTS Backend Engineer, eBay Live

eBay · Full Time · 10 Weeks Ago

eBay

🌎 Canada ⭐ 10+ yrs exp 💼 Software Development Backend Engineer

You will lead complex technical initiatives and drive the architectural direction for the eBay Live shopping platform. This role involves mentoring team members, managing 24/7 site reliability, and collaborating across domains to modernize systems.

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Senior Backend Engineer

Plooto · Full Time · 10 Weeks Ago

Plooto

🌎 Canada ⭐ 5-10 yrs exp 💼 Software Development Backend Engineer

You will own the design and delivery of scalable backend services using .NET and Azure while architecting event-driven, distributed systems. You will also lead complex technical initiatives and partner with product teams to translate business needs into elegant technical solutions.

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Senior Backend Engineer

Avive · Full Time · 10 Weeks Ago

Avive

🌎 Canada, United States 💵 $150K - $190K per year ⭐ 5-10 yrs exp 💼 Software Development Backend Engineer

Design, build, and maintain scalable backend services and APIs using Python and Django. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver robust, high-throughput, and reliable platform solutions.

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Sr MTS SW Engineer, Backend, eBay Live

eBay · Full Time · 11 Weeks Ago

eBay

🌎 Canada ⭐ 10+ yrs exp 💼 Software Development Backend Engineer

The role involves leading complex technical initiatives and driving the technical direction for the eBay Live platform. The engineer will take ownership of projects from conception to implementation, ensuring high-quality code and effective collaboration across teams.

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Senior Backend Engineer (Python)

BTSE · Full Time · 11 Weeks Ago

BTSE

🌎 Canada, China ⭐ 5-10 yrs exp 💼 Software Development Backend Engineer

This role involves working as a Senior Backend Engineer, focusing on development tasks using Python. The position is associated with the BTSE Management Office.

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Senior AI Back-End Engineer

Newfold Digital · Full Time · 11 Weeks Ago

Newfold Digital

🌎 Canada ⭐ 5-10 yrs exp 💼 Software Development Backend Engineer

The role involves designing and scaling asynchronous REST/WebSocket APIs using Python and FastAPI, and implementing multi-agent workflows utilizing Semantic Kernel to route traffic among specialized LLM agents. Key tasks include integrating various LLM providers through an agnostic layer and delivering Retrieval-Augmented Generation solutions with vector stores.

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Senior Software Engineer, Backend (Merchant Advocacy)

Affirm · Full Time · 11 Weeks Ago

Affirm

🌎 Canada 💵 $150K - $200K per year ⭐ 5-10 yrs exp 💼 Software Development Software Engineer

The engineer will act as a technical leader responsible for building the new lifecycle-orchestrator service at the core of connected systems, delivering immediate availability improvements through system simplification and modernization of older codebases. Responsibilities include designing and expanding the platform backbone to scale globally, aligning cross-team work, and mentoring other engineers.

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Senior Backend Engineer, Gitlab Delivery - Runway

GitLab · Full Time · 11 Weeks Ago

GitLab

🌎 Brazil, Canada ⭐ 5-10 yrs exp 💼 Software Development Backend Engineer

The Senior Engineer will lead the design, evolution, and operation of the Kubernetes-based platform and developer tooling powering GitLab's engineering organization, driving strategic infrastructure initiatives across architecture, automation, and developer experience. Key duties include operating production Kubernetes clusters, scaling GitOps workflows with ArgoCD, setting IaC standards with Terraform, and mentoring engineers on platform improvements.

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Senior Backend Engineer

Computrition, Inc. · Full Time · 12 Weeks Ago

Computrition, Inc.

🌎 Canada 💵 150K - 170K per year ⭐ 10+ yrs exp 💼 Software Development Backend Engineer

The engineer will own major components of a new SaaS platform, designing and building event-sourced, CQRS-based services using C#/.NET and Domain-Driven Design principles. They will also apply an AI-first approach using agentic AI tools and contribute to defining architecture and best practices.

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Senior Backend Engineer

Jonas Software · Full Time · 12 Weeks Ago

Jonas Software

🌎 Canada 💵 150K - 170K per year ⭐ 10+ yrs exp 💼 Software Development Backend Engineer

The role involves designing and implementing core backend systems for a new SaaS platform using C#/.NET, focusing on architectural patterns like Event Sourcing and CQRS. Responsibilities include applying an AI-first approach to engineering, owning major components from design through production, and raising the bar through code reviews and mentorship.

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Senior Backend Engineer

CORA Group · Full Time · 12 Weeks Ago

CORA Group

🌎 Canada 💵 150K - 170K per year ⭐ 10+ yrs exp 💼 Software Development Backend Engineer

The Senior Backend Engineer will own major components of a new SaaS platform from design through production, building event-sourced, CQRS-based services using C#/.NET and Domain-Driven Design principles. They will also apply an AI-first approach to engineering, leveraging agentic AI tools for automation and productivity acceleration.

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Senior Software Engineer, Backend (Consumer Engineering)

Affirm · Full Time · 13 Weeks Ago

Affirm

🌎 Canada 💵 150K - 200K per year ⭐ 2-5 yrs exp 💼 Software Development Software Engineer

The role involves owning and delivering quarterly goals, leading engineers through ambiguity to solve open-ended problems, and ensuring support throughout delivery. Responsibilities also include collaborating with product, design, and analytics, identifying and solving business/technology issues, and supporting operations and availability.

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Senior Backend Engineer (Ruby on Rails), Plan: Knowledge

GitLab · Full Time · 14 Weeks Ago

GitLab

🌎 Brazil, Canada, Mexico ⭐ 5-10 yrs exp 💼 Software Development Backend Engineer

The role involves leading backend architecture for core knowledge management features like Wiki, Pages, Markdown, and text editors, while designing and building AI agents and architecting integrations for external AI platforms. Responsibilities also include driving improvements in reliability and performance across application code, database queries, and background jobs, alongside mentoring engineers and supporting incident response.

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Staff Backend Engineer (AI), Verify

GitLab · Full Time · 14 Weeks Ago

GitLab

🌎 Canada, Ireland, Netherlands, United Kingdom, United States ⭐ 10+ yrs exp 💼 Software Development Backend Engineer

The Staff Backend Engineer will shape and scale the core infrastructure behind GitLab CI, focusing on integrating AI into CI/CD workflows to enhance performance, reliability, and usability for millions of jobs. This involves defining success metrics for AI agents, building necessary instrumentation, and hardening the underlying CI pipeline execution infrastructure.

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Senior Software Engineer, Backend (Canada)

Centari · · 16 Weeks Ago

Centari

🌎 Canada 💵 130K - 185K per year ⭐ 5-10 yrs exp 💼 Software Development Software Engineer

The engineer will be a key player in designing and building Centari's core AI technology, working alongside a product team to write code, shape the product, and drive initiatives from concept to completion.

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