While some businesses return to the office this spring, a growing number of firms are providing remote possibilities – or deciding to forgo the office altogether and allow all of their workers to work from home full-time. An internet directory of cities that pay remote workers to relocate there, compiled a list of the top fully remote places to work.
To make this list, Expert Ratings at Glassdoor, Blind, LinkedIn, and other platforms were consulted. The geographic diversity of each firm’s employees as well as its remote work policies were taken into account while compiling the list. All of these businesses are run entirely remotely with no corporate offices.
“I believe that we will see more employees transition from in-person and hybrid jobs to remote in the near future,” MakeMyMove.com co-founder and president Evan Hock told CNBC Make It. “A lot of people were introduced to a new sense of liberty and flexibility with remote work during the epidemic, and they aren’t ready to give it up.”
The freedom to live where they choose instead of having to be within commuting distance of their employer is the most appealing advantage drawing job-seekers to remote work over in-person or hybrid working, according to Hock. “There are also financial savings that come with it, as well as more free time with friends and family,” he adds.
Top ten remote businesses to work for.
1. Hubstaff
Hubstaff is a time tracking, workforce, and project management platform for companies. Hubstaff has over 90 remote employees in 28 different countries.
The ability to hire from a global talent pool is seen by Hubstaff as a benefit. The fully remote company, which was formed in 2012, aims to bring the employment world closer to a remote-first workforce.
Glassdoor rating: 4.2
“I get to collaborate with some of the best minds in the world on really difficult challenges for our customers. It’s exciting and enjoyable, and most importantly, I get to do it from home where I have total control over my schedule.” — Employee review submitted August 2021
The following are some of the advantages of working at Lower Your Carbon Footprint: Annual corporate retreat, 25 days of annual PTO, annual equipment/ technology stipend
Open Jobs (multiple listings in the following areas):
- Content
- Engineering
- Developer
- Product
2. Swiftly
Swiftly is a transportation software company that provides real-time data to transit agencies and private operators. The company has over 60 employees in 10 countries.
Swiftly was founded in 2012 with the aim of providing cities with the data they need to run their transportation systems efficiently. The company is now one of the leading providers of real-time data to transit agencies and private operators.
Glassdoor rating: 1 review
The following are some of the advantages of working at Swiftly: Unlimited PTO, 401k with employer match, medical/dental/vision insurance
Open Jobs (multiple listings in the following areas):
- Engineering
- Marketing
- Product
- Sales
3. Doist
Doist is a productivity software company that makes tools to help people manage their time and work more efficiently. The company has over 50 employees in 20 countries.
Doist was founded in 2007 with the aim of helping people achieve their goals and live a more productive life. The company makes tools to help people manage their time and work more efficiently.
Glassdoor rating: 4.9
The following are some of the advantages of working at Doist: Unlimited PTO, 401k with employer match, medical/dental/vision insurance
- Product Manager
- Copywriter
- Full-Stack Developer
- Senior Backend Engineer (Python)
4. Ghost
Ghost is a blogging platform that enables writers to share their stories with the world. The company has over 60 employees in 20 countries.
Ghost was founded in 2013 with the aim of providing a simple, powerful, and open-source blogging platform for writers. The company has since grown to become one of the leading blogging platforms in the world.
The following are some of the advantages of working at Ghost: Unlimited PTO, 401k with employer match, medical/dental/vision insurance
- Product Engineer
- Infrastructure Engineer
5. Frontastic
Frontastic is a front-end development platform that enables developers to build websites and applications faster. The company has over 50 employees in 20 countries.
Frontastic was founded in 2014 with the aim of providing a simple, powerful, and open-source platform for front-end developers. The company has since grown to become one of the leading front-end development platforms in the world.
Glassdoor rating: 5.0
“An excellent group of employees with a strong entrepreneurial spirit and desire to develop and enhance every day.” — Employee review, November 2021
Notable Advantages: Annual company retreats, job setup allowance, and a professional development budget
- Lead or Principal Frontend Developer
- Product Designer
- Product Manager
- Professional Services Engineer/Technical Consultant
- Senior Sales Account Executive
- Senior Product Manager
- Solutions Engineer (Pre-Sales)
6. Toptal
Toptal is a global network of the top talent in business, design, and technology. The company has over 2,000 employees in 20 countries.
Toptal was founded in 2010 with the aim of providing businesses with access to the top talent in the world. The company has since grown to become one of the leading providers of the top talent in the world.
Glassdoor rating: 4.1
Noteworthy Benefits: Extremely adjustable PTO policy, community gatherings, and a yearly Calm subscription
Open Jobs (multiple listings in the following areas):
- Business Operations
- Creative & Design
- Engineering
- Finance
- Legal
- Marketing
- Revenue
- Talent Operations
- And more
7. Automattic
Automattic is the company behind WordPress.com, WooCommerce, Jetpack, and Tumblr. The company has over 1,000 employees in 20 countries.
Automattic was founded in 2005 with the aim of providing a simple, powerful, and open-source platform for bloggers. The company has since grown to become one of the leading providers of web software in the world.
Glassdoor rating: 4.6
“Automattic is a great place to work. They treat their employees with respect and provide outstanding benefits (ergonomic, parental, health, mindfulness, and so on…). My job allows me to set my own hours and create my own schedule. ” — Employee review posted in January 2022
Notable Worthy Benefits: Personal development budget, leadership chances, and an open vacation policy
Open Jobs (multiple listings in the following areas):
- Engineering
- Engineering
- Designers
- Business Development and Marketing
- Happiness Engineers
- People, Legal, and Finance
- Product
8. FlexJobs
FlexJobs is a remote work platform that helps companies find and hire remote workers. The company has over 100 employees in 20 countries.
FlexJobs was founded in 2007 with the aim of providing businesses with access to the top talent in the world. The company has since grown to become one of the leading providers of remote work solutions in the world.
Glassdoor rating: 4.9
Notable Advantages: Home office stipends for technology, “Pay it Forward” program for home offices that use energy-efficient bulbs
- Account Executive
- Sales Development Specialist
9. Zapier
Zapier is a platform that enables users to automate tasks between web applications. The company has over 300 employees in 20 countries.
Zapier was founded in 2011 with the aim of providing a simple, powerful, and open-source platform for task automation. The company has since grown to become one of the leading providers of task automation solutions in the world.
Glassdoor rating: 4.7
“I’ve worked at Zapier for over two years now and it’s been an amazing experience. The company is filled with incredibly talented and driven people who are all passionate about their work.” — Employee review posted in November 2021
Notable Advantages: 14 weeks of paid parental leave for new parents, two company retreats a year and a home office stipend
Open Jobs (multiple listings in the following areas):
- Accounting & Finance
- Engineering
- Insights & Design
- Marketing
- People
- Recruiting
- Sales
- Support
10. Buffer
Buffer is a social media management platform. The company has over 300 employees in 20 countries.
Buffer was founded in 2011 with the aim of providing businesses with access to the top talent in the world. The company has since grown to become one of the leading providers of social media management solutions in the world.
Glassdoor rating: 4.8
Noteworthy Benefits: Every week off three days (no work on Fridays), free eBooks and books at any time, 6-week break, fully compensated after every five years with Buffer
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These companies are doing things right when it comes to benefits, company culture, and employee development. By offering great benefits and opportunities for growth, they are able to attract and retain top talent. If you’re looking for a great place to work, these companies should definitely be on your list.
Do you know of any other companies that offer great benefits and opportunities for employees? Let us know in the comments!
