What remote jobs are in highest demand?

Software engineer (90,000+ openings), customer support representative (65,000+), account executive (48,000+), product manager (42,000+), and data analyst (38,000+) have the most remote job postings in 2026. Healthcare, fintech, and AI sectors show fastest remote job growth at 25%+ annually. Remote job postings increased 18% year-over-year while office-only postings declined 8%.

How do I know if a job can be done remotely?

Jobs suitable for remote work are computer-based, produce measurable outputs, don't require physical presence or specialized equipment, and can communicate asynchronously. 40% of all US jobs can be performed remotely, but only 28% are advertised as remote. Ask employers about remote options during interviews—many offer flexibility not listed in job postings. Hybrid arrangements are available when fully remote isn't.

What are the biggest challenges of working remotely?

Isolation affects 55% of remote workers, followed by work-life boundary blur (48%), communication gaps (42%), and career advancement concerns (35%). Solutions: schedule daily social interactions (virtual coffee chats), set firm work hours with computer shutdown ritual, over-communicate in async channels, and document accomplishments visibly. Remote workers who address these challenges proactively report higher job satisfaction than office workers.

How do I stay productive working from home?

Dedicated workspace increases productivity 40% compared to working from living areas. Fixed schedule with defined start and end times prevents work creep. Time-blocking protects deep work: 2-3 hour focus blocks with notifications disabled. Pomodoro technique (25 minutes work, 5 minutes break) maintains energy. Get dressed and ready as if commuting. Remote workers with these habits match or exceed office productivity within 90 days.

What makes a company truly remote-friendly?

Remote-friendly companies have documented async communication norms, equal promotion rates for remote and office employees, tools budgets ($1,000-$2,000/year), flexible working hours across time zones, and no 'proximity bias' in performance reviews. Check Glassdoor reviews mentioning remote experience specifically. GitLab, Zapier, Buffer, Automattic, and Doist publish remote work handbooks publicly—these represent gold standards.

What are the highest paying remote jobs?

Engineering manager ($220,000-$380,000), product director ($200,000-$320,000), data science director ($190,000-$300,000), VP of Engineering ($250,000-$450,000), and VP of Sales ($240,000-$400,000) are the highest-paying remote roles. Individual contributor roles exceeding $250,000 include staff/principal engineer, enterprise account executive, and senior product manager at FAANG companies. Tech and finance sectors pay highest; healthcare and education pay lowest.

How do remote teams communicate effectively?

Written communication is default—Slack or email for async updates, Notion or Confluence for documentation. Video calls (camera on) for complex discussions, relationship building, and brainstorming. Loom videos explain context without scheduling meetings. Respond within 24 hours to normal priority messages. Over-communicate decisions and context. Record meetings for absent team members. Remote teams with documented communication norms report 30% fewer misunderstandings.

What is asynchronous work?

Asynchronous work means team members contribute on their own schedules rather than simultaneously in real-time. Communication happens through written messages, recorded videos, and documented decisions instead of live meetings. Async enables hiring across all time zones, protects deep focus time, and improves work-life balance. GitLab, Automattic, Zapier, and Doist operate async-first with employees across 70+ countries. Async requires excellent documentation and clear expectations.

How do I get promoted while working remotely?

Document accomplishments in writing and share wins in team channels weekly. Request bi-weekly 1:1s with your manager to discuss career development. Volunteer for high-visibility cross-functional projects. Build relationships across the organization through virtual coffee chats. Ask directly about promotion criteria and timeline—then track progress against those metrics. Remote workers who over-communicate their impact get promoted at equal rates to office workers.

Remote Other Jobs in Portugal (267)

Director of Platform Engineering 55 APPLICANTS

Overstory · Full Time · 9 Weeks Ago

Overstory

🌎 Canada, Denmark, Estonia, France, Ireland, Netherlands, Portugal, Sweden, Switzerland, United Kingdom, United States ⭐ 10+ yrs exp 💼 Others

The Director of Platform Engineering will lead the SRE, MLOps, and Platform teams to evolve core engineering foundations and infrastructure. This role involves setting technical vision, defining best practices, and ensuring the platform supports rapid product development and reliability.

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Content Schreiber - Lissabon

Job Squad · Full Time · 9 Weeks Ago

Job Squad

🌎 Germany, Portugal ⭐ 0-2 yrs exp 💼 Others

The role involves identifying language patterns and writing or improving AI-generated responses while adhering to safety guidelines. You will also be responsible for processing information, ensuring quality assurance compliance, and participating in the QA process.

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🚀 Wij zijn op zoek: Nederlandstalige Afsprakenplanner (Volledig Remote) 59 APPLICANTS

Job Squad · Full Time · 9 Weeks Ago

Job Squad

🌎 Armenia, Bulgaria, Canada, Cyprus, Estonia, Greece, Hungary, Indonesia, Latvia, Lithuania, Malaysia, Morocco, Netherlands, Oman, Philippines, Poland, Portugal, Romania, Slovakia, South Africa, Spain, Sweden, Turkey, Ukraine, United Kingdom, United States, Vietnam ⭐ 0-2 yrs exp 💼 Others

Contact cold B2B leads to generate interest in tech solutions. Schedule qualified appointments for client sales teams on behalf of SaaS, AI, and software companies.

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Klantenservice Medewerker Remote in Portugal

Job Squad · Full Time · 9 Weeks Ago

Job Squad

🌎 Netherlands, Portugal, United Kingdom ⭐ 0-2 yrs exp 💼 Others

Provide high-quality support to customers via phone and chat to resolve their inquiries and issues. Maintain a focus on customer satisfaction and quality standards while working either from the office or remotely.

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Global Team Leader - IVDR

SGS · Full Time · 10 Weeks Ago

SGS

🌎 Portugal ⭐ 5-10 yrs exp 💼 Others

The Global Team Leader will manage the IVDR product assessor team and provide technical expertise to the global medical devices network to ensure regulatory compliance. They will also oversee conformity assessment processes, develop training programs, and contribute to the business development of in vitro diagnostic medical device activities.

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Analista Funcional – Remoto

Movilges · Full Time · 10 Weeks Ago

Movilges

🌎 Portugal ⭐ 5-10 yrs exp 💼 Others

The functional analyst will be responsible for technical analysis, system modeling, and the creation of feature files and user stories. They will work within Agile methodologies to support web system development projects.

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Tester de Automação - Remoto

Movilges · Full Time · 10 Weeks Ago

Movilges

🌎 Portugal ⭐ 2-5 yrs exp 💼 Others

The role involves writing automation scripts using Java and managing the full lifecycle of test cases and defects. You will also be responsible for analyzing requirements and performing data validation using SQL.

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Manager, Merchant Services Business

Qore Technologies Limited · Full Time · 11 Weeks Ago

Qore Technologies Limited

🌎 Portugal ⭐ 5-10 yrs exp 💼 Others

This role involves defining and executing high-level strategies across market analysis, strategic partnerships, lead generation, client onboarding, and competitive intelligence to drive product market penetration and growth. The manager will also oversee product knowledge, presentations, market expansion, and engage with senior leadership and industry stakeholders.

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Software Engineering Lead

CSG · Full Time · 11 Weeks Ago

CSG

🌎 Portugal ⭐ 5-10 yrs exp 💼 Others

The Software Engineering Lead will be responsible for leading technical delivery, guiding engineers, and contributing directly to system design and implementation, ensuring solutions align with product goals and platform strategy, especially concerning AI-driven systems. This involves leading the design and implementation of complex features, acting as a technical reference point, and balancing hands-on development with leadership duties.

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Engineering Manager

Tabby · Full Time · 11 Weeks Ago

Tabby

🌎 Portugal ⭐ 5-10 yrs exp 💼 Others Engineering Manager

The Engineering Manager will lead large cross-team projects through production, contribute to planning and roadmap definition, and oversee technical debt and incident handling. Responsibilities also include hiring, motivating team members, and fostering cross-functional collaboration to increase efficiency.

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Travel Experience Specialist

Affinity Travels · Full Time · 11 Weeks Ago

Affinity Travels

🌎 Portugal ⭐ 0-2 yrs exp 💼 Others

The specialist will engage with clients to understand their travel preferences, budget, and style, subsequently recommending destinations, accommodations, flights, cruises, and experiences. They will be responsible for booking travel using proprietary platforms and providing comprehensive support before, during, and after the trip.

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Travel Experience Specialist

Affinity Travels · Full Time · 11 Weeks Ago

Affinity Travels

🌎 Portugal ⭐ 0-2 yrs exp 💼 Others

The specialist will engage with clients to understand their desired travel plans, budget, and style, subsequently recommending suitable destinations, accommodations, flights, cruises, and experiences. They are also responsible for booking travel via exclusive supplier platforms and providing comprehensive support before, during, and after the trip.

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Engineering Manager - Platform Engineering

Feedzai · Full Time · 11 Weeks Ago

Feedzai

🌎 Portugal ⭐ 5-10 yrs exp 💼 Others Engineering Manager

The manager will lead and mentor a high-performing team within Platform Engineering, fostering technical excellence and continuous growth while partnering with cross-functional stakeholders to define and evolve engineering best practices. Responsibilities include promoting operational excellence, focusing on automation, and ensuring the predictable delivery of platform commitments by realistically assessing team capacity.

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Client Partner - Microsoft

Aleph · Full Time · 12 Weeks Ago

Aleph

🌎 Portugal ⭐ 2-5 yrs exp 💼 Others Client Partner

The Client Partner will be responsible for pitching Microsoft Advertising (MSA) solutions to agencies and advertisers in Portugal while managing existing client relationships to ensure satisfaction with MSA products and Aleph services. This role also involves gathering client feedback, collaborating with internal teams, and representing Aleph and MSA at industry events.

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Representante de Servicio al Cliente en Viajes (Remoto)

Prestige Travel Agency by Mich · Full Time · 12 Weeks Ago

Prestige Travel Agency by Mich

🌎 Portugal ⭐ 0-2 yrs exp 💼 Others

The representative will act as a reliable point of contact, managing customer inquiries via phone, email, and messaging platforms regarding luxury and leisure travel bookings, changes, and special requests. This includes proactively following up with clients before and after their trips to ensure a smooth, personalized, and high-quality experience.

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Representante de Servicio al Cliente en Viajes (Remoto)

Prestige Travel Agency by Mich · Full Time · 12 Weeks Ago

Prestige Travel Agency by Mich

🌎 Portugal ⭐ 2-5 yrs exp 💼 Others

The representative will serve as a reliable point of contact, supporting customers from initial booking through post-trip follow-up to ensure a smooth, personalized, and high-quality travel experience. Key duties include professionally responding to inquiries, assisting with luxury and leisure travel reservations, and proactively following up with clients.

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Global Travel Advisor

Affinity Travels · Full Time · 13 Weeks Ago

Affinity Travels

🌎 Portugal ⭐ 0-2 yrs exp 💼 Others

The role involves crafting personalized global travel itineraries, planning unforgettable cruise experiences, and matching clients with perfect accommodations and local experiences based on their vision. Responsibilities also include staying updated on travel trends and building lasting client relationships through high-level service.

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Technical Consultant (Waste Management)

BlackForest Solutions GmbH · Full Time · 13 Weeks Ago

BlackForest Solutions GmbH

🌎 Brazil, Colombia, India, Mexico, Portugal, United Arab Emirates ⭐ 2-5 yrs exp 💼 Others

The consultant will contribute to technical analyses for solid and hazardous waste management, supporting the development of concepts, assessments, and recommendations under senior guidance. Key tasks involve supporting project implementation, participating in client interactions, drafting high-quality technical reports, and collaborating closely with multidisciplinary project teams.

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Homebased Travel Advisor

Affinity Travels · Full Time · 13 Weeks Ago

Affinity Travels

🌎 Portugal ⭐ 0-2 yrs exp 💼 Others

The advisor will consult with clients to understand their travel needs, research and recommend destinations, accommodations, and activities, and then book and manage all travel arrangements using preferred supplier platforms. They must also provide exceptional customer service throughout the entire travel process and stay current on travel trends and safety protocols.

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Médico de Medicina Geral e Familiar - Telemedicina (M/F/D)

My Talent · Full Time · 13 Weeks Ago

My Talent

🌎 Portugal ⭐ 0-2 yrs exp 💼 Others

The professional will be responsible for conducting telemedicine consultations in General and Family Medicine, remote clinical follow-up, and integration into digital health programs to ensure accessible and high-quality healthcare for users. Daily tasks include evaluating, diagnosing, treating clinical situations compatible with the digital format, maintaining accurate clinical records, and adhering to defined clinical guidelines.

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Senior Business Travel Consultant - French Speaking - Remote

Perk · Full Time · 13 Weeks Ago

Perk

🌎 Portugal ⭐ 5-10 yrs exp 💼 Others

The role involves end-to-end management of Executive and VIP corporate travel, including air, hotel, ground transport, and bespoke requests, while providing expert recommendations aligned with traveller preferences and company policy. Responsibilities also include handling urgent travel disruptions with speed and empathy across multiple channels in a fast-paced Executive Care environment.

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Senior Business Travel Consultant - Spanish speaking - Remote

Perk · Full Time · 13 Weeks Ago

Perk

🌎 Portugal ⭐ 5-10 yrs exp 💼 Others

The role involves end-to-end management of corporate travel for Executives and VIPs, including air, hotel, ground transport, and bespoke requests, while providing expert recommendations aligned with policy and preferences. Responsibilities also include handling urgent travel disruptions with speed and empathy across multiple communication channels in a fast-paced environment.

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Head of Creative

Typeform · Full Time · 13 Weeks Ago

Typeform

🌎 Germany, Ireland, Netherlands, Portugal, Spain, United Kingdom, United States ⭐ 10+ yrs exp 💼 Others

The Head of Creative will lead the strategy, craft, and systems behind the brand across all marketing touchpoints, defining the creative vision and ensuring consistency as the product evolves into a broader platform. This role involves shaping the brand identity, building scalable creative systems, and leading a multidisciplinary team to deliver high-quality creative work at scale.

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Adventure Travel Consultant Remote

Affinity Travels · Full Time · 13 Weeks Ago

Affinity Travels

🌎 Portugal ⭐ 0-2 yrs exp 💼 Others

The consultant will design custom itineraries for adventure seekers, covering hiking trips, cultural expeditions, and off-the-beaten-path escapes. This includes guiding clients through destination choices, lodging, transportation, and activities tailored to their specific travel style.

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Cultural Escape Planner

Affinity Travels · Full Time · 13 Weeks Ago

Affinity Travels

🌎 Portugal ⭐ 0-2 yrs exp 💼 Others

The role involves consulting with clients to understand their travel needs, researching and recommending destinations, and booking all necessary travel arrangements using supplier platforms. You will also be responsible for providing exceptional customer service and building long-term client relationships.

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SAP MDG Consultant

Volkswagen Group Digital Solutions [Portugal] · Full Time · 14 Weeks Ago

Volkswagen Group Digital Solutions [Portugal]

🌎 Portugal ⭐ 5-10 yrs exp 💼 Others

The role focuses on building and configuring the SAP MDG Material solution for Aftersales, ensuring alignment with business needs through detailed functional specifications and system customization. Responsibilities also include designing change request processes, guiding governance alignment across ERP systems, and supporting testing and post-go-live stabilization.

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Security Operations Manager

Unit4 · Full Time · 14 Weeks Ago

Unit4

🌎 Portugal ⭐ 5-10 yrs exp 💼 Others Operations Manager

The Security Operations Manager leads the team responsible for protecting the Global IT estate, ensuring system and data confidentiality, integrity, and availability. This involves overseeing daily security operations, guiding incident response, and driving continuous improvements across the security posture.

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Development Manager

Agiboo · Full Time · 14 Weeks Ago

Agiboo

🌎 Germany, Netherlands, Portugal, Spain, United Kingdom ⭐ 5-10 yrs exp 💼 Others

This role focuses on day-to-day team leadership, technical execution, and collaboration with the CTO/Product Manager(s) to deliver new features and maintain existing systems. The manager will plan and manage all development operations activities for hosting infrastructure, projects, and release activities, including software engineering and quality assurance.

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Master Data Team Lead Master Data Team Lead

Körber Group · Full Time · 14 Weeks Ago

Körber Group

🌎 Portugal ⭐ 5-10 yrs exp 💼 Others

The role involves collaborating on the global implementation of an MDM solution, focusing on the analysis, design, and documentation of master data processes across Sales, Finance, and Procurement. Responsibilities also include the disciplinary leadership of the master data maintenance team, ensuring governance execution and data quality.

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Expression of Interest - Engineering

Phaidra · · 14 Weeks Ago

Phaidra

🌎 Australia, Canada, India, Italy, Netherlands, Portugal, Singapore, Spain, Sweden, United Kingdom, United States ⭐ 0-2 yrs exp 💼 Others

This is an Expression of Interest role, but the company builds AI-powered control systems for the industrial sector using reinforcement learning algorithms to convert sensor data into high-value actions. They enable domain experts to configure these AI control systems without writing code.

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