How much do remote software developers make?

Remote software developers earn $120,000 median salary in the US, ranging from $75,000 for junior developers to $200,000+ for senior engineers. Staff and principal engineers at companies like Google, Meta, and Netflix earn $300,000-$500,000 including equity. Specializations in machine learning ($180,000 median), blockchain ($160,000), and security ($155,000) command premium compensation. Remote developer salaries increased 12% in 2025.

What programming languages pay the most for remote jobs?

Rust developers earn the highest remote salaries at $180,000 median, followed by Go ($170,000), Scala ($165,000), and Kotlin ($155,000). JavaScript/TypeScript offers the most job availability with 45,000+ remote openings. Python dominates AI/ML roles at $160,000 median. The highest-paying combination is TypeScript + Go + AWS, commanding $175,000+ for senior roles. Learning Rust or Go increases salary offers by 20-30%.

Do I need a CS degree for remote developer jobs?

No degree is required. 45% of professional developers are self-taught or bootcamp graduates. Google, Apple, IBM, and Tesla have removed degree requirements for software roles. Bootcamp graduates with strong GitHub portfolios receive job offers within 3-6 months. A portfolio with 3-5 deployed projects demonstrating real-world problem solving outweighs a computer science degree at most remote-first companies.

How do remote engineering teams collaborate?

GitHub handles code collaboration with pull request reviews averaging 4-8 hours turnaround time. Slack or Discord enables real-time communication with async-friendly channels. Linear or Jira tracks sprint work with average cycle times of 3-5 days per feature. Daily standups run 15 minutes via Zoom or async video in Loom. Remote engineering teams ship code 20% faster than co-located teams due to fewer interruptions.

What should I include in my developer portfolio?

Include 3-5 deployed, functional projects with live URLs—not localhost screenshots. Each project needs a detailed README explaining the problem solved, technologies used, and your specific contributions. Show full-stack capability: one frontend project, one backend/API project, and one complete application. GitHub contribution graphs should show consistent activity. Developers with deployed portfolios receive 3x more interview callbacks than those with only GitHub repos.

Are coding bootcamps worth it for remote jobs?

Coding bootcamps produce job-ready developers in 12-24 weeks at $10,000-$20,000 cost. Top bootcamps (App Academy, Hack Reactor, Fullstack Academy) report 80%+ job placement rates within 180 days and $75,000-$95,000 average starting salaries. Self-teaching is free but takes 12-24 months and has lower completion rates. Bootcamps provide structured curriculum, career coaching, and employer networks that accelerate job placement by 6-12 months.

How do I pass technical interviews for remote jobs?

Complete 150+ LeetCode problems focusing on arrays, strings, trees, and dynamic programming. Study system design using 'Designing Data-Intensive Applications' for senior roles. Practice coding while explaining your thought process aloud—remote interviews require constant communication. Submit take-home projects in 4-6 hours; longer submissions signal poor time management. Candidates who ask clarifying questions before coding pass at 2x the rate of those who dive in immediately.

What tech stack has the most remote jobs?

React + Node.js + PostgreSQL + AWS accounts for 35% of all remote developer job postings. TypeScript is now required or preferred in 65% of JavaScript roles. Next.js adoption grew 80% in 2025, making it the leading full-stack framework for remote positions. Docker and Kubernetes knowledge appears in 45% of senior backend listings. This stack provides the widest range of remote opportunities from startups to enterprises.

Remote Software Development Jobs (56,012)

NetSuite ERP and Coupa Business analyst

CLOUDSCOUTS SOFTWARE SOLUTIONS LLC · Full Time · 16 Weeks Ago

CLOUDSCOUTS SOFTWARE SOLUTIONS LLC

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

The Senior Analyst will partner with Finance, Procurement, Supply Chain, and Compliance teams to gather requirements, acting as a functional expert for NetSuite modules (Financials, P2P, OTC, Inventory) and leading Coupa implementation and support for requisitions, POs, and expenses. Responsibilities also include ensuring system alignment with SOX and GxP regulatory requirements and leading User Acceptance Testing.

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Sales Engineer - Illinois

Ziegler Caterpillar · Full Time · 16 Weeks Ago

Ziegler Caterpillar

🌎 United States 💵 $90700 - $136K per year ⭐ 5-10 yrs exp 💼 Software Development Sales Engineer

The Sales Engineer will lead technical sales efforts for commercial, industrial, and utility-scale Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS) projects, developing scopes, preliminary engineering, and conceptual designs. This role involves engaging early with customers, consultants, and utilities to influence the basis of design using technical documentation and preparing comprehensive proposals.

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Web Developer 11 APPLICANTS

Digital Resource · Full Time · 16 Weeks Ago

Digital Resource

🌎 United States ⭐ 2-5 yrs exp 💼 Software Development

The developer will be responsible for building, launching, and maintaining client websites using Webflow and WordPress, including CMS configuration and custom interactions. Key tasks also involve collaborating with designers and account managers, performing content updates, troubleshooting, and optimizing sites for SEO and accessibility.

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Web Developer

Digital Resource · Full Time · 16 Weeks Ago

Digital Resource

🌎 United States ⭐ 2-5 yrs exp 💼 Software Development

The role involves building, launching, and maintaining client websites using Webflow and WordPress, including CMS configuration and custom development. Responsibilities also include collaborating with designers and account managers, performing ongoing maintenance, and optimizing sites for performance and accessibility.

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Web Developer

Digital Resource · Full Time · 16 Weeks Ago

Digital Resource

🌎 United States ⭐ 2-5 yrs exp 💼 Software Development

The Web Developer will be responsible for building, launching, and maintaining client websites using Webflow and WordPress, including CMS configuration and custom interactions. Key duties also involve collaborating with designers and account managers, performing ongoing maintenance, and optimizing sites for SEO and accessibility standards.

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Web Developer

Digital Resource · Full Time · 16 Weeks Ago

Digital Resource

🌎 United States ⭐ 2-5 yrs exp 💼 Software Development

The role involves building, launching, and maintaining client websites using both Webflow and WordPress, including CMS configuration and custom development. Key tasks also include collaborating with designers and account managers, performing ongoing maintenance, and optimizing sites for performance and accessibility.

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Business Analyst

EMERGENT METHOD · Full Time · 16 Weeks Ago

EMERGENT METHOD

🌎 United States ⭐ 2-5 yrs exp 💼 Software Development Business Analyst

Key responsibilities involve supporting data migration and conversion activities, documenting business processes, and translating requirements into functional and technical designs, including implementing stories and process flows. The role also requires conducting data analysis, creating complex SQL queries for data cleansing and defect resolution, and collaborating with technical teams on data conversion strategies.

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Sr Staff AV Behavior Safety Engineer (GPSSC)

General Motors · Full Time · 16 Weeks Ago

General Motors

🌎 United States 💵 $185K - $284K per year ⭐ 5-10 yrs exp 💼 Software Development

This role involves leading the strategy and execution for defining, measuring, and validating the safety of SAE Level 3-4 Automated Driving Systems powered by machine-learned models. The engineer will own the behavior-focused portion of the ADS Safety Case, collaborating across teams to define validation methodologies and assess performance using various data sources.

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Vice President, Casualty AI Product Innovation

Enlyte · Full Time · 16 Weeks Ago

Enlyte

🌎 United States ⭐ 10+ yrs exp 💼 Software Development

This role is responsible for defining the strategic vision and technical execution of AI, including Generative AI and machine learning, across the Payment Integrity Suite to automate adjudication and enhance fraud detection. Key duties involve developing a multi-year AI product strategy, governing technical architecture, overseeing data pipelines, and leading the transition of AI capabilities into enterprise-scale production.

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Senior Software Engineer, Data & AI 16 APPLICANTS

Vendelux · Full Time · 16 Weeks Ago

Vendelux

🌎 United States 💵 $175K - $225K per year ⭐ 5-10 yrs exp 💼 Software Development Software Engineer

The role involves architecting, implementing, and shipping data-driven product features, applying appropriate technology from simple heuristics to advanced AI, always prioritizing customer problems. Responsibilities also include building maintainable and scalable production systems, operating end-to-end from opportunity identification to feature productionalization.

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Vice President, Mainframe Engineer

BNY · Full Time · 16 Weeks Ago

BNY

🌎 United States 💵 $157K - $178K per year ⭐ 5-10 yrs exp 💼 Software Development

This role involves consulting with internal business groups to deliver complex application software development services or technical support, leading the technical design, development, and documentation of cross-functional application systems. Responsibilities include requirements gathering, preparing BRDs/SRDs, ensuring expected application performance levels are achieved, and participating in the full software development lifecycle.

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Technical Program Manager, AI Performance 26 APPLICANTS

Figma · Full Time · 16 Weeks Ago

Figma

🌎 United States 💵 $185K - $317K per year ⭐ 5-10 yrs exp 💼 Software Development Technical Program Manager

This specialist Platform TPM will own horizontal, high-visibility performance programs covering flagship product metrics like load times and FPS, alongside AI feature performance such as model inference latency and cost. Responsibilities span desktop, browser, native mobile contexts, and cross-organizational programs like observability, regression prevention, and safe rollout of AI capabilities.

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Employment Lawyer - AI Trainer - Freelance - 8-20 hrs/week - Remote

10x Team · Full Time · 16 Weeks Ago

10x Team

🌎 United Kingdom 💵 €108 - €180 per hour ⭐ 5-10 yrs exp 💼 Software Development

The role involves reviewing and refining AI-generated content related to employment law, workplace policies, and HR regulations to ensure accuracy and compliance with EU/UK laws. Responsibilities also include creating realistic employment scenarios and identifying legal reasoning gaps in AI handling of employment law matters.

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Software Engineer III

Remitly · Full Time · 16 Weeks Ago

Remitly

🌎 United States 💵 $128K - $144K per year ⭐ 2-5 yrs exp 💼 Software Development Software Engineer

This role involves leading the design of software products, introducing new Microservices FrontEnd patterns, and developing/implementing new features with comprehensive testing across client-side and server-side code for LexisAdvance and LexisPlus applications. The engineer will also lead feature teams in Agile ceremonies, interact with architects on design guidelines, and mentor team members.

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Enterprise Sales Engineer - East

DevRev · Full Time · 16 Weeks Ago

DevRev

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

Provide expert technical guidance throughout the sales cycle, partnering with Account Executives to design tailored solutions and deliver engaging product demonstrations, PoCs, and proofs of concept. Responsibilities also include contributing to proposals, acting as a trusted technical advisor, and collaborating cross-functionally with Product and Engineering teams.

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eIDAS2 / QES Consultant - AI Trainer - Freelance - 8-20 hrs/week - Remote

10x Team · Full Time · 16 Weeks Ago

10x Team

🌎 Netherlands 💵 €152 - €250 per hour ⭐ 5-10 yrs exp 💼 Software Development

The consultant will review and refine AI-generated content concerning eIDAS2, Qualified Electronic Signatures, and trust services, assessing its accuracy against EU/UK regulations and technical standards. Responsibilities also include drafting and enhancing realistic compliance scenarios and identifying reasoning gaps in AI outputs.

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Competition Law Specialist - AI Trainer - Freelance - 8-20 hrs/week - Remote

10x Team · Full Time · 16 Weeks Ago

10x Team

🌎 United Kingdom 💵 €116 - €180 per hour ⭐ 5-10 yrs exp 💼 Software Development

The specialist will review and refine AI-generated responses concerning EU and UK competition law, covering areas like antitrust, merger control, and cartels. Responsibilities also include drafting realistic scenarios for competition investigations and generating variations from multiple stakeholder perspectives.

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Senior Software Developer

ScalePad · Full Time · 16 Weeks Ago

ScalePad

🌎 Canada 💵 120K - 140K per year ⭐ 5-10 yrs exp 💼 Software Development Software Engineer

The role primarily involves evolving deeply embedded systems within the platform team, utilizing C#, SQL, and OpenSearch on AWS, covering the full development lifecycle from problem framing to implementation and iteration. Responsibilities include translating ambiguous business problems into working software, continuously shipping features, using AI-assisted workflows, and mentoring other engineers.

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Lead Machine Learning Engineer

Serve Robotics · Full Time · 16 Weeks Ago

Serve Robotics

🌎 United States 💵 $225K - $260K per year ⭐ 5-10 yrs exp 💼 Software Development Machine Learning Engineer

This role involves designing and maintaining large-scale machine learning training systems capable of processing petabyte-scale multimodal robotics datasets across distributed GPU clusters. Key duties include optimizing training pipelines, refining neural network architectures, and collaborating with ML researchers to deploy high-performance autonomy models.

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Senior ServiceNow Developer

Husch Blackwell · Full Time · 16 Weeks Ago

Husch Blackwell

🌎 United States 💵 $107K - $237K per year ⭐ 5-10 yrs exp 💼 Software Development ServiceNow Developer

The Senior ServiceNow Developer acts as a senior technical contributor, responsible for designing, building, and enhancing high-quality solutions to support legal practice operations. This role involves defining the enterprise architecture, leading solution design for major initiatives, overseeing technical direction, and ensuring solution quality and adherence to platform standards.

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Atlassian Software Engineer

SABEL SYSTEMS TECHNOLOGY SOLUTIONS LLC · Full Time · 16 Weeks Ago

SABEL SYSTEMS TECHNOLOGY SOLUTIONS LLC

🌎 United States 💵 $120K - $130K per year ⭐ 5-10 yrs exp 💼 Software Development Software Engineer

The engineer will configure Jira and Confluence, develop custom tools/plugins using technologies like HTML, CSS, JavaScript, Python, and Groovy, and support reporting/automation using JQL and CQL. Responsibilities also include building integrations, prototyping solutions, creating technical documentation, and participating in Agile ceremonies.

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Staff Security Engineer 29 APPLICANTS

Red Cup IT, Inc. · Full Time · 16 Weeks Ago

Red Cup IT, Inc.

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

The role focuses on defining security execution across the entire MSP fleet by designing scalable security baselines, selecting multi-tenant tooling, and developing new Security-as-a-Service offerings. This includes acting as the final escalation point for complex breaches and automating threat remediation across client environments.

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Staff IT/MSP Engineer

Red Cup IT, Inc. · Full Time · 16 Weeks Ago

Red Cup IT, Inc.

🌎 United States ⭐ 10+ yrs exp 💼 Software Development

This role involves developing the technical strategy and standardization blueprints for the entire MSP client base, focusing on designing 'Gold Standards' for environments like Entra ID and Intune configurations. The engineer will also act as the final escalation point for catastrophic issues and lead architectural design for complex migrations and systemic failure investigations.

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Software Engineer III

Remitly · Full Time · 16 Weeks Ago

Remitly

🌎 United States 💵 $101K - $105K per year ⭐ 2-5 yrs exp 💼 Software Development Software Engineer

The role involves leading or participating in system testing, enhancing quality and process standards, and planning/executing effective test approaches for timely delivery of high-quality software products. Responsibilities include constructing, executing, and documenting various test plans and reporting issues with root cause analysis.

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Senior Quality Test Engineer II

Remitly · Full Time · 16 Weeks Ago

Remitly

🌎 United States 💵 $124K - $132K per year ⭐ 2-5 yrs exp 💼 Software Development

This role involves leading and coordinating software testing efforts, defining QA strategies, and overseeing end-to-end service delivery from ideation through testing. Responsibilities include planning, developing, and executing test artifacts, facilitating Scrum ceremonies, and managing project risks using tools like JIRA.

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Interconnection Engineer

Westinghouse Electric Company, LLC · Full Time · 16 Weeks Ago

Westinghouse Electric Company, LLC

🌎 Jamaica 💵 $40 - $45 per hour ⭐ 5-10 yrs exp 💼 Software Development

The engineer will manage interconnection-related engineering items by coordinating submittals and deliverables with Transmission Owners, Operators, and Power Purchasing Agreement Clients. This includes reviewing Purchase Power Agreements and Interconnection Agreements to provide critical engineering feedback during negotiations.

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Staff Backend Engineer, Reservations and Additional Products

Airbnb · Full Time · 16 Weeks Ago

Airbnb

🌎 United States 💵 $212K - $265K per year ⭐ 10+ yrs exp 💼 Software Development Backend Engineer

The role involves exploring, shaping, and developing new product experiences alongside cross-functional partners, leading investments in new technical capabilities to unlock product innovation. Engineers will translate prototypes into high-quality, scalable production code while defining and improving coding standards and best practices.

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Staff Software Engineer, Platform 11 APPLICANTS

SmithRx · Full Time · 16 Weeks Ago

SmithRx

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

The Staff Software Engineer will focus on back-end architecture, designing, developing, and maintaining product features using languages like Golang and JavaScript/Typescript, while leveraging CI/CD for rapid iteration. They will also collaborate with stakeholders, provide technical documentation, troubleshoot production issues, and coach junior team members.

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Senior DevOps / DevEx Engineer 11 APPLICANTS

RevenueCat · Full Time · 16 Weeks Ago

RevenueCat

🌎 South Korea ⭐ 5-10 yrs exp 💼 Software Development DevOps Engineer

The role involves building tools, services, and automation to scale the internal development platform, empowering the engineering team to ship safely and quickly. This includes taking existing infrastructure-as-code patterns and custom services to the next level, fostering self-serve culture, and shaping the adoption of AI development tools.

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Forward Deployed Engineer - Truelogic Software

Truelogic · Full Time · 16 Weeks Ago

Truelogic

🌎 Panama ⭐ 5-10 yrs exp 💼 Software Development

This role involves embedding directly with clients to design, build, and deploy custom AI solutions and autonomous LLM-based agents tailored to their specific business needs. Responsibilities also include integrating AI capabilities into existing SDLCs, troubleshooting production models, and translating customer insights into actionable feedback for internal teams.

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