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 United States (35,244)

Member Experience Manager

Function Health · Full Time · 16 Weeks Ago

Function Health

🌎 United States 💵 $120K - $140K per year ⭐ 5-10 yrs exp 💼 Others

This role is responsible for owning the Net Promoter Score (NPS) program end-to-end, identifying systemic issues, and driving cross-functional initiatives to improve member satisfaction across all touchpoints. Additionally, the manager must deliver white-glove service for VIP members and influencers while leading, coaching, and setting performance targets for the member experience team.

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Sr. Field Service Technician - GSE

Oshkosh Corporation · Full Time · 16 Weeks Ago

Oshkosh Corporation

🌎 United States 💵 $73200 - $117K per year ⭐ 2-5 yrs exp 💼 Others

The Senior Field Service Technician will travel approximately 80% of the time to customer sites to perform diagnostics, repairs, upgrades, and maintenance on various ground support equipment (GSE), including diesel and electric-powered vehicles, hydraulic, and electrical systems. This involves interfacing with PLC systems, reviewing technical documentation, maintaining detailed work order records, and providing end-user training.

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ASL Interpreter - Freelance Simultaneous Conference Interpreting

Choice Translating, Inc. and TravelingBrand · Full Time · 16 Weeks Ago

Choice Translating, Inc. and TravelingBrand

🌎 United States ⭐ 0-2 yrs exp 💼 Others Interpreter

The primary responsibility is to accurately interpret spoken communication in real-time, ensuring clear and professional communication in both ASL and English. Interpreters must also maintain strict confidentiality, adhere to HIPAA and the interpreter Code of Ethics, and provide services on-site or via video remote interpreting (VRI).

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Access Control Technician

FlyLock Security Solutions - South Central Omaha · Full Time · 16 Weeks Ago

FlyLock Security Solutions - South Central Omaha

🌎 United States 💵 $25 - $35 per hour ⭐ 2-5 yrs exp 💼 Others

The technician will be responsible for installing, configuring, and maintaining access control systems for residential and commercial properties, while also troubleshooting technical issues related to security hardware and software. Duties also include conducting site assessments, providing client training, and maintaining accurate records of service requests.

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Director, Enterprise Data Security - USA Remote

Danaher · Full Time · 16 Weeks Ago

Danaher

🌎 United States 💵 $170K - $210K per year ⭐ 10+ yrs exp 💼 Others

International Insurance Group · Full Time · 16 Weeks Ago

International Insurance Group

🌎 United States ⭐ 5-10 yrs exp 💼 Others

This role involves overall leadership, budget management, and growth oversight for the Trucking Division, which manages approximately 50 staff and $45 million in annualized premium. A primary focus for the first two years is the structured training and development of new Trucking Sales Agents to ensure disciplined and profitable growth.

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IT Senior Manager, Wholesale Systems

vineyard vines · Full Time · 16 Weeks Ago

vineyard vines

🌎 United States ⭐ 5-10 yrs exp 💼 Others

This role provides application solution delivery and support for IT platforms supporting the Wholesale business, focusing on systems like BlueCherry, RepSpark, and EDI communications. Key duties involve managing and supporting integrations with upstream and downstream platforms such as PLM, order management, merchandise management, and financial systems.

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Engagement Manager

LangChain · Full Time · 16 Weeks Ago

LangChain

🌎 United States 💵 $170K - $190K per year ⭐ 5-10 yrs exp 💼 Others

The Engagement Manager will be responsible for managing the full lifecycle of multiple concurrent technical engagements for enterprise customers, from SOW review through closeout, ensuring successful project delivery. This includes serving as the primary customer contact, managing expectations, handling escalations, and coordinating cross-functional teams like Solution Architects and AI Engineers.

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Senior Collections Specialist

Upstart · Full Time · 16 Weeks Ago

Upstart

🌎 United States 💵 $27.45 - $37.98 per hour ⭐ 2-5 yrs exp 💼 Others

The Senior Collections Specialist will be responsible for empowering borrowers by leveraging collections expertise to offer personalized solutions and secure payment agreements through effective negotiation and empathy. Success is measured by exceeding key performance indicators such as dollars collected per productive hour and promise-to-pay commitments kept.

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KAP 2026-2027 - Program Operations Associate - Principled Business

Stand Together · Full Time · 16 Weeks Ago

Stand Together

🌎 United States ⭐ 0-2 yrs exp 💼 Others

The Associate will support the execution of programs, including convenings, salons, and trainings, by coordinating logistics, communications, materials, and follow-through with consistency and precision. Key duties involve program delivery support, participant communications, content editing, experience feedback collection, and basic systems tracking.

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National Director, Client Management

Protective · Full Time · 16 Weeks Ago

Protective

🌎 United States 💵 $124K - $200K per year ⭐ 5-10 yrs exp 💼 Others

This transformational leader is responsible for designing, building, and leading the Employee Benefits client service and relationship management model across the entire lifecycle, overseeing teams like Client Managers and Renewal Specialists. The role focuses on establishing a modern, digitally enabled service model to maximize client retention, relationship expansion, and profitable growth.

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Licensed Plumber Illinois - Remote

1-800-Plumber +Air of DuPage County · Full Time · 16 Weeks Ago

1-800-Plumber +Air of DuPage County

🌎 United States ⭐ 10+ yrs exp 💼 Others

The primary responsibility is to qualify plumbing work performed by journeyman plumbers and register necessary permits in Carmel and surrounding cities. Additionally, the role involves providing necessary support to technicians and ownership as needed.

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Public Safety Liaison (Phoenix, AZ)

Crisis24 · Full Time · 16 Weeks Ago

Crisis24

🌎 United States ⭐ 5-10 yrs exp 💼 Others

SentiLink · Full Time · 16 Weeks Ago

SentiLink

🌎 United States 💵 $120K - $140K per year ⭐ 5-10 yrs exp 💼 Others

The Events Manager will own the strategy and execution of the company's field marketing and events program, including industry conferences, hosted events, and regional roadshows. This involves planning multi-city roadshows, partnering with Sales to drive pipeline, and managing all end-to-end event logistics.

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Manager, Expert Services

OutSystems · Full Time · 16 Weeks Ago

OutSystems

🌎 United States 💵 $149K - $182K per year ⭐ 10+ yrs exp 💼 Others

The Manager will lead, mentor, and develop a team of Technical Leads and Software Developers, owning performance management and driving technical excellence. This role also requires serving as a senior technical contributor on customer projects, defining technical vision, and acting as a trusted advisor to enterprise customers.

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Registrar - Georgia Connections Academy

Connections Academy · Full Time · 16 Weeks Ago

Connections Academy

🌎 United States ⭐ 2-5 yrs exp 💼 Others

The School Registrar manages daily administrative tasks related to student record data input and maintenance in the Education Management System (EMS) and myGADOE Portal, focusing heavily on accurate and timely processing of student withdrawals according to state compliance standards. Key duties include conducting outreach to families regarding withdrawal status, tracking Stage 5 students, ensuring audit-ready documentation, and supervising an Assistant Registrar.

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Director, Project Structuring & Valuation

Vesper Energy Development · Full Time · 16 Weeks Ago

Vesper Energy Development

🌎 United States ⭐ 10+ yrs exp 💼 Others

This role is responsible for leading the valuation and structuring of development projects, including setting portfolio valuation standards, modeling conventions, and underwriting discipline across the solar and storage portfolio. The Director will manage the project valuation team, drive continuous improvement of financial models, and support project financings including coordination and closing readiness.

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Breast Pathologist - Digital Pathology

Deciphex · Full Time · 16 Weeks Ago

Deciphex

🌎 United States ⭐ 2-5 yrs exp 💼 Others

The role involves performing clinical diagnostics in breast pathology utilizing whole-slide imaging (WSI) technology. The pathologist will be responsible for case sign-out in a fully remote setting.

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Associate Entity Portfolio Specialist Hawaii based candidates only

CSC · Full Time · 16 Weeks Ago

CSC

🌎 United States ⭐ 5-10 yrs exp 💼 Others

The Associate Entity Portfolio Specialist will ensure the accuracy of the Company Records database by processing updates and developing strong client relationships built on trust and quality work. This role involves serving as an expert on the Entity Management Platform and collaborating with internal teams to resolve client compliance issues.

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Student - Summer Plastic Reduction Alliance (PRA)

Butler University · Full Time · 16 Weeks Ago

Butler University

🌎 United States ⭐ 0-2 yrs exp 💼 Others

Interns will investigate plastic use and replacements at Indiana higher education institutions by creating and administering surveys to quantify single-use plastics and sustainable alternatives. The compiled data will then be organized and shared among institutions to guide future plastic reduction strategies.

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