The landscape of work has undergone a seismic shift, particularly in the world of engineering and technology. As we come close to the end of 2023, the trend of remote work is not just a temporary adjustment but a permanent transformation. For engineers and senior engineering leaders seeking new horizons, this shift opens up a plethora of high-paying remote and freelancing opportunities.
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Why Consider Remote Work?
Remote work isn't just a trend; it's a strategic shift. Here’s why:
- Work-Life Balance: Juggling personal and professional lives is easier when you eliminate the commute.
- Higher Productivity: Many engineers find they can focus better away from the distractions of a traditional office.
- Reduced Absenteeism: Remote work facilitates better health and well-being, often leading to fewer sick days.
- Better Flexibility: Tailor your work environment and schedule to suit your needs.
- Cost Savings: Companies save on infrastructure, and employees save on commuting and wardrobe costs.
20 Platforms for Remote Engineering Jobs
- RemoteOK - A comprehensive job board for remote opportunities.
- JSRemote.jobs - Specialized in JavaScript roles.
- JustRemote - Offers a variety of remote positions.
- AngelList - Perfect for startup enthusiasts.
- JustJoin - A hub for tech jobs in Europe.
- PowerToFly - Focused on empowering women in tech.
- FlexJobs - Renowned for its curated remote job listings.
- Uplers / Email Uplers - A unique platform for digital services.
- EPAM Anywhere - Offers global tech opportunities.
- DailyRemote - Daily listings for remote jobs.
- Freelancer.com - A vast freelance marketplace.
- PeoplePerHour - European-centric freelance jobs.
- Fiverr - Great for starting your freelance journey.
- Outsourcely - Connects startups with remote workers.
- Dynamite Jobs - Curated remote job opportunities.
- Working Nomads - For the digital nomad.
- peoplefirstjobs.com - Jobs from companies valuing people over profits.
- remoteindex.co - A newer, growing remote job board.
- weworkremotely.com - One of the largest remote work communities.
- remotebear.io - Tailored for tech remote jobs.
Bonus: Companies Embracing Full Remote Work
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The Big Question: Will This Trend Continue?
The momentum towards remote work shows no signs of slowing down. Tech giants and startups alike are recognizing the benefits of a remote workforce, not just in cost savings, but in accessing a global talent pool. This paradigm shift is particularly advantageous for engineers and tech leaders who are often at the forefront of adopting new ways of working.
Final Thoughts
As an engineer or a senior engineering leader, the opportunities in the remote job market are vast and varied. Whether you're looking to join a startup or a multinational corporation, there’s a platform or a company out there that fits your career aspirations. The key is to stay adaptable, continuously learn, and leverage these platforms to find your next big opportunity.
Don't forget to share your thoughts and experiences with remote work in the comments. Your insights could help others
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Fewer sick days. You may call a sick day if you need to go to the office because you don't want to spread your illness, or because it's add to the difficulty being in the public and "hold yourself". When you work from home, sometimes you can choose to work even if you feel "under the weather" but you're not "sick-sick". Also, less human contact - less opportunities to catch something.
@meeroslava this is a great point! Whether one falls sick or just has a low energy levels, you have more flexibility to split/manage your working and non-working time. On average that results in more productivity if we look at the team as a whole as flues and colds are less likely to be spread across the team. More importantly this leads to a more resilient team overall and it brings more agility.
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