Published monthlyFigures taken November 10, 2026

Remote Jobs Report: November 2026

Where remote jobs are open to, what they pay and how many offer shorter or flexible weeks, from every open remote job in Scout’s catalogue.

Open remote jobs
14,039
Employers hiring
3,082
Open worldwide
4%
Median advertised pay
$157,500USD a year

Key findings

  • 45% of remote jobs are open to people in the United States, followed by Canada (7%) and the United Kingdom (4%).
  • Only 4% (499 jobs) are open to people anywhere in the world. Most “remote” jobs still require you to live in particular countries.
  • 21% of jobs state pay. Among the 1,604 with a yearly US dollar range, the median midpoint is $157,500.
  • Engineering is the largest kind of remote work, with 2,590 open jobs (18%).
  • 27 jobs state a 4-day week, 199 are part-time and 768 state flexible hours.

Where remote jobs are open to

The countries employers say a remote job is open to. A job open to several countries counts in each, and jobs open worldwide are counted separately.

Kinds of remote work and what they pay

Median advertised pay uses the midpoint of yearly US dollar ranges and is shown only where at least 20 jobs in the group give one.

Kind of workOpen jobsShareMedian pay (USD)
Engineering2,59018%$190,000
Sales1,61912%$147,500
Marketing1,2099%$160,000
Operations1,1828%$125,000
Customer Success1,0447%$108,750
Data & Analytics7695%$177,600
Finance5884%$135,000
Legal4723%$171,000
Product4593%$199,500
Design4293%$166,000
Security4133%$186,926
DevOps & SRE3563%$200,000
HR & People3332%$126,480
Writing & Content2422%Too few

Seniority

Seniority is read from job titles, so it is approximate.

LevelOpen jobsShareMedian pay (USD)
Entry level3062%Too few
Mid level6,50846%$125,000
Senior3,43924%$175,000
Lead and manager2,64819%$144,000
Director and above1,1388%$205,000

Shorter and more flexible weeks

Counted only when the employer’s own job listing states it. Many employers don’t mention their schedule at all, so these are lower bounds.

Employers with the most open remote jobs

Method

  • Covers every open, published remote job in Scout’s catalogue on the date above. Scout collects jobs from employers’ own careers pages and job boards and removes them when they close.
  • Figures are taken on the 1st of each month and then fixed, so this page’s numbers don’t change. The latest report always has the newest figures.
  • Countries, pay and schedules are what employers state. Anything not stated is left out, not guessed.

Citing this report

You’re welcome to use these figures with a link. Suggested credit: Remote Jobs Scout, Remote Jobs Report: November 2026, remotejobsscout.com/remote-jobs-report/2026-11

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Frequently Asked Questions

Clear answers to help you find the right remote job.

Do all Scout jobs offer a four-day week?

No. Scout includes remote jobs with different working patterns. A reduced-hour four-day week has fewer weekly hours; a compressed four-day schedule keeps full-time hours across four longer days. Flexible hours can still mean a five-day week. Check each role’s stated schedule and pay.

Can I work from any country?

Remote doesn’t always mean worldwide. Employers can restrict countries, states or regions, require work authorisation and set timezone overlap or travel requirements. Check the listing and confirm anything that’s unclear with the employer. Our location guide explains what to look for.

Can I browse Scout for free?

Yes. Anyone can read full job listings once they’re past their first 48 hours and use basic filters. A free account opens employers’ application links and lets you save jobs and track applications. Pro opens new jobs earlier and adds advanced search tools; the membership page explains what’s included.

What does membership include?

Membership includes full job details and employer application links, including immediate access to newly published roles. You can use salary and posted-date filters, save searches and choose optional job alerts. Saving jobs and tracking applications are included with a free account. Application preparation tools are also included in beta, with usage allowances shown in your account.

Where do Scout’s job listings come from?

Published roles come from reviewed employer sources. We keep source-backed details and check for updates, but listings can change or close. Read the employer’s current requirements before applying. See how Scout reviews jobs for the checks and their limits.

How do saved-search email alerts work?

Members can save search criteria and separately opt in to email alerts. You can review the criteria, change supported delivery settings, pause alerts or unsubscribe. An email only sends when jobs match your saved criteria.

Does Scout apply to jobs for me?

No. Apply opens the employer’s application page; you submit the application yourself. Scout can help you organise applications and prepare CVs and cover letters in beta. These tools use confirmed profile facts and have usage allowances. Review every draft before using it.

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