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 Software Engineer Jobs in Canada (512)

Senior Software Engineer

Getty Images · Full Time · 9 Weeks Ago

Getty Images

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

Lead the development of scalable internal tools and web applications to support Marketing Operations and eCommerce workflows. Provide technical leadership, mentor junior engineers, and drive architectural decisions to align with business goals.

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Senior Software Engineer (Analysis)

FOSSA · Full Time · 9 Weeks Ago

FOSSA

🌎 Canada 💵 120K - 200K per year ⭐ 2-5 yrs exp 💼 Software Development Software Engineer

Design, build, and refine core product features from conception to completion. Take significant ownership of the technical architecture and the company's product roadmap.

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Senior Software Engineer, Data Systems (Python)

Northbeam · Full Time · 9 Weeks Ago

Northbeam

🌎 Canada 💵 $170K - $200K per year ⭐ 5-10 yrs exp 💼 Software Development Software Engineer

Design and implement scalable, high-performance data pipelines to ingest and transform data from various sources. Build and maintain secure, tenant-aware APIs and implement observability and monitoring to ensure data reliability.

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Software Engineer, Distribution

Warner Music Group · Full Time · 9 Weeks Ago

Warner Music Group

🌎 Canada 💵 90000 - 135K per year ⭐ 2-5 yrs exp 💼 Software Development Software Engineer

Build and scale core infrastructure and UI for music release lifecycles, payments, and content creation. Develop backends and frontends using Python and TypeScript while managing AWS infrastructure via Pulumi.

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Software Engineer, AI Product (Canada)

Vanta · Full Time · 9 Weeks Ago

Vanta

🌎 Canada 💵 $215K - $260K per year ⭐ 5-10 yrs exp 💼 Software Development Software Engineer

Design and implement AI-powered features and integrate LLMs into Vanta's existing products to accelerate customer compliance. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to build scalable AI systems, establish guardrails, and mentor other engineers.

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Staff Software Engineer, Infrastructure

Docker · Full Time · 9 Weeks Ago

Docker

🌎 Canada 💵 238K - 382K per year ⭐ 10+ yrs exp 💼 Software Development Software Engineer

Lead the technical direction of Docker's internal infrastructure platform to transition from expert-driven support to self-service systems. Design and implement multi-region network architectures, deployment flows, and AI-assisted operational workflows to reduce toil.

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Senior Software Engineer, Card Solutions (Ontario)

Reap · Full Time · 9 Weeks Ago

Reap

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

Design and build backend services for card transaction processing, fraud detection, and card program management. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver scalable, compliant financial infrastructure and developer-facing APIs.

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Senior Software Engineer, Site Reliability Engineering

Thumbtack · Full Time · 9 Weeks Ago

Thumbtack

🌎 Canada 💵 180K - 233K per year ⭐ 5-10 yrs exp 💼 Software Development Software Engineer

Design and maintain software and systems to enhance the availability, scalability, and efficiency of Thumbtack's platform services. This includes managing infrastructure, troubleshooting critical systems, and participating in rotating on-call duties.

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Staff Software Engineer, Backend

GlossGenius · Full Time · 9 Weeks Ago

GlossGenius

🌎 Canada ⭐ 10+ yrs exp 💼 Software Development Software Engineer

Lead the technical architecture and planning for AI-powered backend products, balancing high-level design with hands-on execution. Act as a force multiplier by mentoring engineers, resolving technical blockers, and turning business goals into buildable roadmaps.

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Principal Software Engineer

JobGet · Full Time · 9 Weeks Ago

JobGet

🌎 Canada 💵 160K - 190K per year ⭐ 10+ yrs exp 💼 Software Development Principal Software Engineer

Lead the architectural design and backend development of scalable systems while bridging the gap between engineering and business goals. Mentor other engineers and implement AI-powered tools to enhance developer productivity and system stability.

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Staff Software Engineer, Backend

Cresta · Full Time · 9 Weeks Ago

Cresta

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

Design and build scalable backend services to integrate AI Agents with CCaaS platforms for real-time customer conversations. Architect systems for conversation state management and seamless AI-to-human handoffs while ensuring high availability and security.

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Senior Software Engineer – Mobile App

ARC'TERYX · Full Time · 10 Weeks Ago

ARC'TERYX

🌎 Canada 💵 94000 - 124K per year ⭐ 5-10 yrs exp 💼 Software Development Software Engineer

Lead the technical direction and health of a product area while mentoring other engineers through code reviews and pairing. You will design and deliver high-quality, maintainable software to enhance the e-commerce guest experience.

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Senior Software Engineer II

SurveyMonkey · Full Time · 10 Weeks Ago

SurveyMonkey

🌎 Canada ⭐ 10+ yrs exp 💼 Software Development Software Engineer

Design and implement secure, scalable pipelines for the end-to-end lifecycle of ML models. Collaborate with application engineers to integrate and monitor ML services across a microservices architecture.

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Senior Salesforce Software Engineer

Portside · Full Time · 10 Weeks Ago

Portside

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

Design, develop, and maintain scalable Salesforce solutions and integrations for the LeaseWorks product suite. Leverage AI-assisted tools to improve code quality and deliver intelligent features for aircraft leasing management.

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Software Engineer, Data Platform

Lumos · Full Time · 10 Weeks Ago

Lumos

🌎 Canada, United States 💵 $170K - $220K per year ⭐ 5-10 yrs exp 💼 Software Development Software Engineer

Design and operate scalable systems that transform high volumes of identity data from third-party integrations into product primitives. Establish observability, SLOs, and technical vision for a world-class data infrastructure to support engineering and AI teams.

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Senior Software Engineer - Infrastructure

Confluent · Full Time · 10 Weeks Ago

Confluent

🌎 Canada 💵 144K - 169K per year ⭐ 2-5 yrs exp 💼 Software Development Software Engineer

Build and operationalize a highly available, scalable, and multi-tenant storage engine for the Kora managed service. Drive technical solutions end-to-end, focusing on quality, reliability, and troubleshooting complex technical stacks across three clouds.

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Senior Software Engineer, Developer Experience

Thumbtack · Full Time · 10 Weeks Ago

Thumbtack

🌎 Canada 💵 180K - 233K per year ⭐ 5-10 yrs exp 💼 Software Development Software Engineer

Own and optimize key infrastructure components including build systems, CI/CD, and observability to improve developer workflows. Partner with cross-functional engineering teams to identify pain points and implement scalable solutions for the developer ecosystem.

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Senior Software Engineer I — Agentic Analytics

Instacart · Full Time · 10 Weeks Ago

Instacart

🌎 Canada, Netherlands 💵 168K - 177K per year ⭐ 5-10 yrs exp 💼 Software Development Software Engineer

Design and build LLM-powered systems to transform how data practitioners interact with data through natural-language access and AI-assisted SQL. Develop end-to-end agentic workflows, retrieval systems, and quality evaluations to embed AI capabilities across the data infrastructure ecosystem.

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Staff Software Engineer | Canada |Remote

Grafana Labs · Full Time · 10 Weeks Ago

Grafana Labs

🌎 Canada 💵 186K - 223K per year ⭐ 10+ yrs exp 💼 Software Development Software Engineer

Architect and deliver end-to-end integrations across the GTM stack, including Salesforce, Snowflake, and finance systems. Design and ship internal applications to replace commercial SaaS point-solutions and reduce operational costs.

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Staff Software Engineer

GoDaddy · Full Time · 10 Weeks Ago

GoDaddy

🌎 Canada 💵 153K - 230K per year ⭐ 10+ yrs exp 💼 Software Development Software Engineer

Design and maintain automated pipelines for building and distributing secure container and machine images across AWS regions. Manage the centralized certificate lifecycle infrastructure to ensure secure TLS/mTLS communication for thousands of internal services.

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Senior Software Engineer, Backend (Infrastructure)

Affirm · Full Time · 10 Weeks Ago

Affirm

🌎 Canada 💵 150K - 200K per year ⭐ 5-10 yrs exp 💼 Software Development Software Engineer

Lead the delivery of quarterly goals for the Trust Infra team, focusing on security posture, automation, and core security components within Kubernetes. Collaborate with cross-functional stakeholders to solve complex infrastructure problems and mentor junior engineers to foster a culture of quality.

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Senior Software Engineer, AI Productivity

Instacart · Full Time · 10 Weeks Ago

Instacart

🌎 Canada, Netherlands 💵 168K - 177K per year ⭐ 5-10 yrs exp 💼 Software Development Software Engineer

Design and operate AI-powered services and internal tools to improve developer and operator productivity. Partner with cross-functional teams to implement secure, scalable LLM integrations and track success via productivity metrics.

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Senior Software Engineer, Developer Experience

Instacart · Full Time · 10 Weeks Ago

Instacart

🌎 Canada, Netherlands ⭐ 5-10 yrs exp 💼 Software Development Software Engineer

The role focuses on improving the developer experience for software engineers. This involves building tools and processes to enhance productivity and workflow efficiency.

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Senior Software Engineer (Backend) - AI/ML

ClickHouse · Full Time · 10 Weeks Ago

ClickHouse

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

Design and implement AI-powered features and scalable APIs to connect ClickHouse database capabilities with AI/ML inference systems. Develop developer tools, SDKs, and maintain integrations with the broader AI/ML ecosystem.

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Senior Software Engineer - Postgres

ClickHouse · Full Time · 10 Weeks Ago

ClickHouse

🌎 Canada 💵 $154K - $238K per year ⭐ 5-10 yrs exp 💼 Software Development Software Engineer

Design and build backend services to orchestrate database clusters and extend the platform control plane for Postgres capabilities. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to improve observability, automation, and the overall developer experience of the cloud platform.

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Senior Software Engineer, Ads

Instacart · Full Time · 10 Weeks Ago

Instacart

🌎 Canada, Netherlands 💵 168K - 177K per year ⭐ 5-10 yrs exp 💼 Software Development Software Engineer

Develop and maintain scalable, fault-tolerant reporting solutions and data pipelines for the Ads suite. Collaborate with cross-functional partners to ensure accurate data flow for billing, attribution, and strategic decision-making.

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Senior Software Engineer, Core Experience

Instacart · Full Time · 10 Weeks Ago

Instacart

🌎 Canada, Netherlands 💵 168K - 177K per year ⭐ 5-10 yrs exp 💼 Software Development Software Engineer

Design and maintain high-quality backend applications to improve content discoverability and purchase processes. Lead the backend system's roadmap while collaborating with ML engineers and product teams to enhance personalization systems.

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Senior Software Engineer II, Ads Data Solutions Engineering

Instacart · Full Time · 10 Weeks Ago

Instacart

🌎 Canada, Netherlands 💵 196K - 207K per year ⭐ 10+ yrs exp 💼 Software Development Software Engineer

Lead the architecture and technical roadmap for Ads Data Solutions, focusing on off-platform integrations, cleanrooms, and taxonomy automation. Mentor senior engineers and collaborate cross-functionally to deliver scalable, AI-driven data systems.

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Senior Scientific Software Engineer, AI Simulation

SandboxAQ · Full Time · 10 Weeks Ago

SandboxAQ

🌎 Canada 💵 121K - 213K per year ⭐ 5-10 yrs exp 💼 Software Development Software Engineer

The role involves architecting and implementing scientific and ML software to bridge the gap between R&D prototypes and production-ready tools. Responsibilities include managing the full software lifecycle, integrating modules into the simulation platform, and collaborating with domain experts.

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Staff Software Engineer, Backend (Continuous Integration)

Affirm · Full Time · 11 Weeks Ago

Affirm

🌎 Canada 💵 178K - 228K per year ⭐ 10+ yrs exp 💼 Software Development Software Engineer

Lead the design, scalability, and reliability of build pipelines and CI systems to optimize developer feedback cycles. Mentor other engineers and partner with leadership to align productivity infrastructure with broader platform goals.

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