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 Principal Software Engineer Jobs in United States (213)

Principal Software Development Engineer in Test

eClinical Solutions · Full Time · 1 Week Ago

eClinical Solutions

🌎 United States 💵 $152K - $190K per year ⭐ 10+ yrs exp 💼 Software Development

The Principal SDET will architect and evolve scalable test automation frameworks and infrastructure while providing technical leadership to the R&D team. They will drive migration initiatives to modern testing platforms and collaborate with cross-functional teams to implement best practices in quality engineering and continuous testing.

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Principal, Cloud Software Engineer

Jazz Pharmaceuticals · Full Time · 2 Weeks Ago

Jazz Pharmaceuticals

🌎 United Kingdom, United States ⭐ 5-10 yrs exp 💼 Software Development Software Engineer

Design, develop, and maintain secure, scalable, AI-enabled full-stack web applications and APIs within an AWS environment. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver intelligent software solutions that support clinical and research workflows in a healthcare setting.

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Principal Embedded Software Engineer

The Home Depot · Full Time · 2 Weeks Ago

The Home Depot

🌎 United States ⭐ 10+ yrs exp 💼 Software Development Software Engineer

Lead the architecture, development, and delivery of embedded software systems for autonomous mobile robots (AMRs). This includes designing real-time software for motion, navigation, and safety systems while providing technical authority and mentorship within the robotics organization.

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Principal Software Test Engineer (must have Professional Services and Automation background)

Ellucian · Full Time · 3 Weeks Ago

Ellucian

🌎 United States ⭐ 5-10 yrs exp 💼 Software Development

Serve as a quality engineering advisor for strategic customer implementations, defining testing strategies and quality governance for SaaS transformations. Provide technical leadership for automation frameworks and mentor delivery teams on modern quality engineering principles.

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Principal Software Development Engineer

Enlyte · Full Time · 3 Weeks Ago

Enlyte

🌎 United States ⭐ 10+ yrs exp 💼 Software Development

Serve as the technical authority for financial systems and data solutions, designing scalable, secure, and resilient distributed systems. Lead the adoption of AI technologies and drive engineering excellence through mentorship and architectural standards.

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Principal Software Solutions Engineer

Connection · Full Time · 3 Weeks Ago

Connection

🌎 United States ⭐ 10+ yrs exp 💼 Software Development Solutions Engineer

Design and develop scalable full-stack features for a core SaaS platform while bridging the gap between customer needs and product evolution. Lead technical discovery sessions and mentor engineers to promote technical excellence and platform reliability.

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Principal Software Development Engineer in Test

Akamai · Full Time · 4 Weeks Ago

Akamai

🌎 United States 💵 $169K - $304K per year ⭐ 10+ yrs exp 💼 Software Development

Lead the test strategy for Akamai's custom Linux kernel by designing scalable automated test frameworks for performance, reliability, and security. Architect continuous integration infrastructure and provide technical leadership and mentoring to junior team members.

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Principal Engineer TL/M - Software Development (PaaS)

Aviatrix · Full Time · 4 Weeks Ago

Aviatrix

🌎 United States 💵 $249K - $292K per year ⭐ 10+ yrs exp 💼 Software Development

Lead a team of engineers while contributing to the technical execution, design, and coding of the PaaS product. Balance people management duties with the ownership of product components and the definition of technical roadmaps.

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Principal Software Systems Engineer

AIRBUS U.S. Space & Defense, Inc. · Full Time · 5 Weeks Ago

AIRBUS U.S. Space & Defense, Inc.

🌎 United States ⭐ 10+ yrs exp 💼 Software Development Systems Engineer

Drive the development of satellite systems with a focus on flight software delivery across the full lifecycle from requirements to operations. Provide autonomous solutions for complex problems and support the spacecraft development product roadmap.

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Principal Software Systems Engineer (Contract)

AIRBUS U.S. Space & Defense, Inc. · Full Time · 5 Weeks Ago

AIRBUS U.S. Space & Defense, Inc.

🌎 United States ⭐ 10+ yrs exp 💼 Software Development Systems Engineer

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Senior Principal, AI Software Engineer– Agentic & Industry Solutions

Genesys · Full Time · 5 Weeks Ago

Genesys

🌎 United States 💵 $205K - $360K per year ⭐ 10+ yrs exp 💼 Software Development Software Engineer

Design and build scalable Agentic AI solutions and industry-specific accelerators on the Genesys Cloud platform. Lead the development of multi-agent workflows and RAG solutions to transform customer and employee experiences.

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Sr. Principal Software Systems Engineer

AIRBUS U.S. Space & Defense, Inc. · Full Time · 5 Weeks Ago

AIRBUS U.S. Space & Defense, Inc.

🌎 United States ⭐ 10+ yrs exp 💼 Software Development Systems Engineer

Drive the development of satellite systems with a primary focus on requirements definition, validation, and verification across the full lifecycle. Provide technical leadership and mentorship for the software systems engineering function while supporting the spacecraft product roadmap.

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Principal Product Software Engineer - AI

Wolters Kluwer · Full Time · 6 Weeks Ago

Wolters Kluwer

🌎 United States 💵 $173K - $310K per year ⭐ 10+ yrs exp 💼 Software Development Software Engineer

Design and implement task-focused AI agents and document understanding systems for cloud audit solutions. Lead the delivery of production-grade AI services while collaborating across portfolios to enable AI innovation.

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Principal AI Software Engineer

TAXWELL · Full Time · 9 Weeks Ago

TAXWELL

🌎 United States ⭐ 10+ yrs exp 💼 Software Development Software Engineer

Lead the design and deployment of AI-powered systems for internal productivity and customer-facing products. Establish technical standards for AI architecture, agent-based systems, and RAG implementation across the organization.

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Principal Software Development Engineer - Frontend

Slate Auto · Full Time · 12 Weeks Ago

Slate Auto

🌎 United States ⭐ 10+ yrs exp 💼 Software Development Frontend Developer

Lead the definition, architecture, and delivery of frontend software to build the digital customer experience for electric vehicles. Collaborate with UX and product teams while mentoring other engineers and making high-level technical trade-off decisions.

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Principal Software Automation Engineer

MESO SCALE DIAGNOSTICS, LLC. · Full Time · 13 Weeks Ago

MESO SCALE DIAGNOSTICS, LLC.

🌎 United States 💵 $116K - $177K per year ⭐ 10+ yrs exp 💼 Software Development

Lead the design and development of high-performance automation software for manufacturing and R&D equipment. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to configure, validate, and troubleshoot automation hardware and software to improve quality and capacity.

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Principal AI Software Engineer

AbsenceSoft · Full Time · 16 Weeks Ago

AbsenceSoft

🌎 United States 💵 $206K - $258K per year ⭐ 10+ yrs exp 💼 Software Development Software Engineer

Architect, build, and deploy AI-driven systems using LLMs, computer vision, and predictive pipelines. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to integrate AI features into production while ensuring scalability and adherence to responsible AI principles.

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Principal Geospatial Software Engineer (Remote)

RTX · Full Time · 41 Weeks Ago

RTX

🌎 United States 💵 $101K - $203K per year ⭐ 10+ yrs exp 💼 Software Development Software Engineer

Lead and coordinate Enterprise Hydrofabric development activities while architecting and developing scalable geospatial services. Collaborate with NOAA OWP to construct software and data products for the Next Gen Water Prediction Capability program.

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Full Stack Software Engineer - Staff or Principal

Seeq · Full Time · 1 Week Ago

Seeq

🌎 United States 💼 Software Development Software Engineer

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Principal Forward Deployed Engineer - Software Engineering

Microsoft · Full Time · 1 Week Ago

Microsoft

🌎 United States 💵 $142K - $304K per year ⭐ 10+ yrs exp 💼 Software Development

Serve as the primary technical leader for strategic accounts, translating business needs into production-grade software solutions. Drive customer outcomes through hands-on execution and the delivery of iterative, high-impact technical approaches.

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Principal Account-Aligned FDE Software Engineer

Microsoft · Full Time · 3 Weeks Ago

Microsoft

🌎 United States 💵 $142K - $304K per year ⭐ 10+ yrs exp 💼 Software Development Software Engineer

Serve as the primary technical leader for strategic accounts, translating business needs into production-ready software solutions. Drive customer outcomes through hands-on execution and the delivery of iterative, high-impact technical approaches.

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Principal Engineer - AI Engineering/AI Software Engineering/Applied AI

FICO · Full Time · 5 Weeks Ago

FICO

🌎 United States 💵 $171K - $269K per year ⭐ 10+ yrs exp 💼 Software Development

Design and build production-grade AI systems, including agents and RAG pipelines, to enhance FICO's analytics and decision management platform. Develop robust evaluation frameworks and optimize inference performance to ensure reliability and scalability of AI features.

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Principal Software Front End Engineer

General Dynamics Information Technology · Full Time · 6 Weeks Ago

General Dynamics Information Technology

🌎 United States 💵 $142K - $189K per year ⭐ 5-10 yrs exp 💼 Software Development Frontend Developer

Define the strategic direction for frontend engineering practices and lead the development of accessible, performant web applications for government customers. Establish frontend best practices, mentor engineers, and design modern architectures and deployment pipelines.

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Sr Principal / Architect Engineer Software - Backend, Alerting (Chronosphere)

Palo Alto Networks · Full Time · 15 Weeks Ago

Palo Alto Networks

🌎 United States ⭐ 10+ yrs exp 💼 Software Development Architect

Design and implement complex product features for the alerting platform using Go, Kubernetes, and cloud infrastructure. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to build intuitive user experiences that streamline incident diagnosis and troubleshooting.

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Principal Field Applications Engineer – Processor IP, Software, and Custom Silicon

GlobalFoundries · Full Time · 2 Weeks Ago

GlobalFoundries

🌎 United States 💵 $130K - $227K per year ⭐ 10+ yrs exp 💼 Software Development

Act as the primary technical interface for North American customers to drive design wins for processor IP and custom silicon solutions. Bridge customer requirements with product portfolios through architectural reviews, technical guidance, and system-level optimization.

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Principal Software Engineering Manager - Azure Core

Microsoft · Full Time · 2 Days Ago

Microsoft

🌎 United States 💵 $142K - $331K per year ⭐ 10+ yrs exp 💼 Software Development Engineering Manager

Lead a team of engineers to deliver core virtual machine and container platform capabilities for Azure infrastructure. Drive engineering execution, technical strategy, and people development while collaborating with stakeholders to ensure secure and scalable cloud innovations.

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Principal Software Engineering Manager

Microsoft · Full Time · 3 Days Ago

Microsoft

🌎 United States 💵 $142K - $304K per year ⭐ 10+ yrs exp 💼 Teaching Engineering Manager

Lead a team of software engineers to design, develop, and deploy scalable networking infrastructure for large-scale AI supercomputers. Drive engineering planning, ensure service reliability, and collaborate across teams to deliver high-performance solutions for Azure's AI platforms.

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Principal, Software Engineering (Adobe - Integrations & Automations)

DEPT® · Full Time · 5 Weeks Ago

DEPT®

🌎 United States 💵 $122K - $148K per year ⭐ 5-10 yrs exp 💼 Teaching

Re-architect broken API paths and middleware to resolve system outages and latency issues. Build modern, serverless out-of-process extensions and automated workflow connectors to bridge work management systems with marketing engines.

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Principal Software Engineering Manager

GitHub, Inc. · Full Time · 13 Weeks Ago

GitHub, Inc.

🌎 United States ⭐ 10+ yrs exp 💼 Teaching Engineering Manager

Lead the development of the Blackbird code search engine and manage a team of staff and principal engineers. Drive the technical roadmap, ensure service reliability, and collaborate with organizational leaders to shape the AI product portfolio.

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Principal Software Engineering Manager

ProRata.ai · Full Time · 15 Weeks Ago

ProRata.ai

🌎 United States 💵 $220K - $260K per year ⭐ 10+ yrs exp 💼 Teaching Engineering Manager

Lead the design and development of core ad serving infrastructure while architecting agentic backend systems powered by LLMs. Collaborate cross-functionally to drive technical strategy and mentor a team of engineers to deliver scalable, high-performance ad solutions.

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