The Remote Job Landscape: A Comprehensive Guide to Job Posting Sites (that are not LinkedIn or Indeed)
Ah, remote work — where flexibility meets opportunity. If you’re on the hunt for a remote job, whether as a freelancer or contract worker, browsing through the multitude of job posting sites can be overwhelming and time-consuming. In this post, I’ve summarized some remote job-specific sites (that are NOT LinkedIn or Indeed), as well as their strengths and weaknesses to help you find the next ideal job.
1. Remotive
The Pros: - Wide variety of industries (i.e. design, product, finance, marketing, writing, development) - Updated somewhat frequently (average of 2–4 postings per day, per job category) - Good resources — i.e. information about digital nomad visas and requirements
The Cons: - Most jobs are US only, with the occasional country-specific jobs - Application is through an external site - Experience level is slightly skewed towards more senior/intermediate roles - Cannot filter by 2 or more job type categories at a time - Limited filter categories (only by country on free mode)
The Extra(s): Remotive has its own program called Remotive Accelerator, which provides access to hidden jobs, more search filters, email notifications and AI career coach. Currently (Feb 2024), there’s a 50% off promotion, with the lifetime access at $75.
2. Remote OK
The Pros: - Specialized filters for job types and time zones - Can have multiple filters on to sort through jobs - View application stats (how many people viewed & applied)
The Cons: - Smaller job pool compared to mainstream sites - A bit complex application process (need to be logged in through a unique email link every time) - Not updated as frequently
3. FlexJobs
The Pros: - “Scam free” — jobs are hand-picked and screened by the FlexJobs team so only legitimate ones are posted - Wide variety of jobs available
The Cons: - Not only remote specific — there are also hybrid, non-remote jobs - Not as frequently updated for some categories - Paid membership to access the full list of jobs ($2.95 for first 14 days, $23.95 per month, or $71.40 upfront per year)
4. We Work Remotely
The Pros: - Curated with remote jobs only - Clean interface for browsing - Email notification for new jobs - Free for job seekers - View how many applied for the role
The Cons: - Not frequently updated - Skewed to more senior and intermediate-level roles
5. Remote.co
The Pros: - Variety of job types
The Cons: - Can only filter with 1 category at a time (i.e. Full-time roles OR Customer Service) - Some jobs are repetitive - Most jobs are based in U.S.
This website was a little bit more frustrating to use compared with the previous ones, mainly because of how the information was laid out and how difficult it was to narrow down the job type.
6. Wellfound
The Pros: - Easy to keep track of jobs - Variety of roles available - Filter options are very specific
The Cons: - Higher ratio of startup employers - Skewed to more intermediate and senior-level roles
To Conclude
Remote work offers a unique opportunity to redefine your professional life, providing flexibility, autonomy, and the chance to work from virtually anywhere. Whether you’re a digital nomad, a stay-at-home parent, or simply seeking a better work-life balance, remote work opens doors to a world of possibilities.
That being said, navigating the remote job market requires patience, persistence, and strategic planning. From scouring specialized job boards to networking with remote professionals, the journey to finding the perfect remote position will take some time. The job market is inevitably tough right now - don’t give up and keep on grinding!