15 Fastest Growing Remote Jobs Right Now – and 10 Companies That Are Hiring
Editor’s Note: This story originally appeared on FlexJobs.com.
Remote work continues to be the most important for professionals in 2026, and the data shows that the demand is not decreasing.
According to the FlexJobs Remote Work Index, 85% of professionals describe fully remote work as the most important aspect of the workplace, an increase of 4% from 2024.
At the same time, total remote job postings have increased by 3% over the past few months, with rapid growth across all selected career paths.
Read on as we explore the fastest-growing remote job fields in 2026 and highlight companies known for hiring 100% remote roles.
Job Fields Are Expanding for Full Remote Jobs
To identify industries that are seeing the most momentum, FlexJobs reviewed more than 60 job categories and identified 15 fastest-growing fields for full-time remote jobs between January 1, 2025, and December 31, 2025.
Each of the job fields we highlight recorded at least 19% growth in total remote job postings during the year.
15 Fastest Growing Remote Jobs
This list does not include long-term leaders in remote areas, such as computer and IT, customer service, and project management. Instead, it highlights emerging fields to provide a look at where remote work is really paying off.
So, which areas are seeing the biggest jumps? Click on each field below to explore full-time remote jobs currently hiring.
- Engineering
- Administration
- Selling
- Client Services
- The bank
- Social Media
- Mental Health
- Insurance
- Activities
- Nursing
- Legal
- Account Management
- Education and Training
- Communications
- HR and recruiting
Some of these growing job sectors saw the most notable gains:
- Engineering, management, and sales saw the biggest gains, with total remote job postings in each category nearly doubling by 2025.
- Social media, insurance, legal, and account management roles each increased by 30% or more in full-time remote jobs.
- Education and training, telecommunications, and human resources and recruitment experienced moderate but steady growth of around 19%, marking an increase over previous years.
Thinking About Trending Remote Jobs
The recent boom in remote jobs highlights just how flexible work already is. What was once dominated by technical roles now spans different industries, and the growing range of opportunities makes it clear that remote work is here to stay.
As Toni Frana, an employment specialist at FlexJobs, explains,
“Remote work continues to expand beyond technology-focused roles. In fact, we’re seeing continued growth in industries like engineering and sales, as well as slow-moving fields like HR. This is a promising sign that the remote work market is still evolving in 2026 and creating new ways for workers in a variety of industries.”
While the job market remains competitive, job seekers who understand current trends in remote work and continue to build the right skills will be in a strong position to land full-time remote jobs this year and beyond.
10 Companies Who Hire Full Remote Jobs
Whether you’re looking for full-time remote jobs, entry-level jobs with no experience, or an opportunity in a new career field, you can find companies that offer full-time remote jobs in all industries and job levels.
Start with these 100% remote hiring companies to find the right fit for you.
1. BELAY
BELAY provides virtual support services, including bookkeeping, marketing, and executive support, helping organizations streamline operations without adding internal staff.
Latest full remote jobs:
- Accountant
- Marketing Assistant
2. With courage
Boldly is a premium subscription service provider that provides highly experienced and professional assistants to businesses around the world.
Latest full remote jobs:
- Senior Bilingual Assistant
- Senior Assistant
3. A criminal
Cribl creates visibility tools that help organizations move, shape, and manage machine data across IT and security systems.
Latest full remote jobs:
- Demand Generation Manager
- Technical Project Manager, Professional Services
4. Elevance Health
Elevance Health is a health benefits company focused on improving access to care, outcomes, and affordability through health services and digital solutions.
Latest full remote jobs:
- Behavioral Health Care Manager II
- Nurse Case Manager I
5. GitLab
GitLab provides an open source code interface where users can integrate issues by reviewing, generating, analyzing, and executing code into a unified user interface.
Latest full remote jobs:
- Account Manager – Renewal
- Staff Product Designer
6. Liberty Mutual
Liberty Mutual is a global insurance provider offering personal, commercial, and specialty insurance products and services.
Latest full remote jobs:
- Union Labor Advocate
- Sales Representative, Incoming
7. Ryder
Ryder provides transportation, logistics, and logistics solutions that help businesses manage fleets and distribution operations.
Latest full remote jobs:
- Employee Relations Partner
- Route Expert
8. TELES
TELUS is a global communications and technology company that delivers digital customer experience and data solutions across industries.
Latest full remote jobs:
- Media Research Analyst – English
- Internet Data Research
9. Thermo Fisher Scientific
Thermo Fisher Scientific supports scientific research and healthcare with laboratory equipment, diagnostics, and life science services.
Latest full remote jobs:
- Clinical Research Assistant
- National Accreditation Specialist
10. Veeva
Veeva is a leading provider of cloud-based software and services to the life sciences industry. The company’s products fall into five main categories: health, regulatory, quality, medical and commercial solutions.
Latest full remote jobs:
- Coordinator – Integration
- Senior Stage Engineer
