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 Jobs across various categories (62,433)

10834 - PMO SAP - Sênior

RunTalent · Full Time · 6 Weeks Ago

RunTalent

🌎 Worldwide ⭐ 5-10 yrs exp 💼 Others

Manage an ongoing project to ensure schedule, scope, and quality delivery while acting as a PMO for daily activities. Coordinate multidisciplinary teams and conduct status presentations for stakeholders.

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Director of Campaigns and Fundraising Strategy

BWF Zuri · Full Time · 6 Weeks Ago

BWF Zuri

🌎 United States 💵 $70000 - $90000 per year ⭐ 5-10 yrs exp 💼 Others

Provide strategic fundraising support and campaign counsel to nonprofit clients in healthcare, higher education, and arts sectors. Develop high-quality deliverables, analyze data to refine project outcomes, and contribute to firm-wide thought leadership.

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Senior Innovation Manager

OLLY · Full Time · 6 Weeks Ago

OLLY

🌎 United States 💵 $147K - $161K per year ⭐ 10+ yrs exp 💼 Others

Execute the short and long-term innovation strategy to launch disruptive products in the health, wellness, and beauty space. Manage the innovation pipeline and stage gates to drive growth across national and custom retail partners.

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Senior District Manager (Remote)

OpenTable · Full Time · 6 Weeks Ago

OpenTable

🌎 United States 💵 $145K - $160K per year ⭐ 10+ yrs exp 💼 Others

Lead sales strategy, revenue growth, and customer retention across the Miami and Las Vegas markets. Manage a high-performing team of account executives and managers while leveraging hospitality industry relationships to expand market share.

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Work From Home Booking Administrative Planner

Consultwithtray · Full Time · 6 Weeks Ago

Consultwithtray

🌎 United States ⭐ 0-2 yrs exp 💼 Others

Coordinate and manage travel bookings for flights, hotels, and vacation packages while ensuring accuracy in itineraries. Maintain client records and communicate via email to handle updates and adjustments to reservations.

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Agente de Soporte para Viajeros

Consultwithtray · Full Time · 6 Weeks Ago

Consultwithtray

🌎 Chile ⭐ 0-2 yrs exp 💼 Others

Provide comprehensive support to travelers from booking to post-trip follow-up via email, phone, and messaging. Manage itinerary changes, cancellations, and create personalized travel quotes and itineraries.

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Coordinador Remoto de Reservas y Atención al Cliente

Consultwithtray · Full Time · 6 Weeks Ago

Consultwithtray

🌎 Colombia ⭐ 0-2 yrs exp 💼 Others

Coordinate travel bookings including flights, hotels, and cruises while creating personalized itineraries for clients. Provide professional customer support via email, phone, and chat to resolve booking queries efficiently.

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