21,889 Remote Software Developer Jobs (May 2026)

Browse remote software developer roles in May 2026, including openings across application development, backend systems, frontend work, and full-stack engineering. Listings can vary by stack, seniority, and team setup, so it helps to compare the technical focus and remote expectations on each job. Create an account to explore the full feed and auto-apply with LiftmyCV AI Agent.

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May 23, 2026
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H1

Senior Software Engineer - API Development

Remote
H1India Remote

At H1, we aim to revolutionize healthcare through data and AI technology, ensuring that every doctor can access vital healthcare information. The Senior Software Engineer role in the Product Engineering Digital Health team focuses on developing APIs and systems for the Find Care platform. The ideal candidate will have strong coding skills, experience in API design and data systems, and a collaborative mindset. Join us in creating innovative solutions that enhance healthcare delivery and patient outcomes.

Posted 3 weeks ago

Remotebase

Software Engineer- Backend (Python Fast API developer)

Remote
RemotebasePakistan

remotebase is seeking a skilled Python Developer proficient in the FastAPI framework. The role involves designing, implementing, and maintaining scalable APIs while collaborating with cross-functional teams. The candidate will also focus on optimizing system performance through asynchronous processing and integrating AI technologies. This position is remote and offers the opportunity to work on high-quality solutions tailored to client needs.

Posted 1 week ago

SM

Mobile App Android Developer

Remote
Software MindKrakow, Poland

Software Mind is seeking a Mobile App Android Developer to design and develop native Android applications for a client delivering personalized digital experiences. The role involves implementing secure authentication, collaborating with cross-functional teams, and ensuring app performance and scalability. Candidates should have commercial experience with Kotlin and modern architecture patterns, along with a problem-solving mindset. Additional skills in analytics, infrastructure tools, and cloud platforms are a plus. The position offers flexible employment, international projects, and opportunities for professional development.

Posted 1 day ago

Neo.Tax

Senior Data Scientist + Machine Learning Engineer

Remote
Neo.TaxNeo.Tax HQ (Remote, Pacific Time Zone)

Neo.Tax is revolutionizing the way enterprises handle R&D tax credits and software capitalizations through automation. We are looking for a hands-on Senior Data Scientist and Machine Learning Engineer to build and ship models that enhance our core product and automate tax workflows. This role requires defining success metrics, developing models, and collaborating with engineering and product teams to implement effective solutions. If you thrive in a remote team environment and are eager to tackle complex challenges, we invite you to apply.

Posted 1 week ago

Mapbox

Software Development Engineer III, Maps API

Remote
MapboxMapbox United States

Mapbox is seeking a Software Development Engineer III for its Maps API team, which is dedicated to creating and maintaining the infrastructure for Mapbox maps. This role requires balancing rapid development of mapping tools with service reliability, while leading a team and mentoring peers. Applicants should have 8-10+ years of experience in building scalable backend services, with proficiency in Python, Typescript, and AWS technologies. The role also values collaboration, transparency, and a commitment to diversity and inclusion in the workplace.

Posted 1 week ago

Mapbox

Software Development Engineer III, Logistics API

Remote
MapboxMapbox Helsinki

Join Mapbox as a Software Development Engineer III, focusing on the Directions and Logistics APIs. You'll design and develop scalable services while collaborating with a high-visibility team. This role emphasizes the integration of AI in engineering workflows and a commitment to system stability, making it an ideal opportunity for creative problem solvers who value diversity and continuous improvement.

Posted 2 weeks ago

Maker Lab

AI Engineer (Full Stack Development)

Remote
Maker LabMumbai, Maharashtra, India

Maker Lab is seeking an experienced AI Engineer to join our innovation team at Miroma. This role involves creating and deploying AI solutions in collaboration with client teams. We require a professional with a strong background in full-stack development, particularly in Python and TypeScript/JavaScript, to deliver scalable AI integrations and optimize workflows across various departments. The ideal candidate should possess at least 3 years of experience, a verifiable portfolio, and skills in cloud platforms like AWS or GCP. This position offers an opportunity to impact AI development within a dynamic digital marketing environment.

Posted 2 weeks ago

Zapier

Software Engineer - Release Engineering

Remote
ZapierIndia

Zapier is seeking a Software Engineer in Release Engineering to enhance CI/CD pipelines, testing infrastructure, and release orchestration. The role demands strong backend or fullstack fundamentals, experience with CI/CD systems, and proficiency in tools like GitLab CI and Kubernetes. You will build and improve systems that empower engineers, define success criteria, and manage deployment processes. This position is designed for candidates who possess the ability to navigate challenges in an async environment, mentor team members, and contribute to technical design discussions.

Posted 3 weeks ago

Mach Industries

Autonomy and Robotics Software Engineer

Remote
Mach IndustriesHuntington Beach

Mach Industries is seeking an Autonomy Software Engineer to develop AI-driven systems for contested environments. This role involves designing and deploying software for perception, navigation, and mission autonomy. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in software engineering and robotics, coupled with experience in real-world deployments. Key responsibilities include building production autonomy software, optimizing for real-time performance, and working collaboratively with cross-functional teams. Candidates should have relevant qualifications in Computer Science or a related field, with opportunities for growth in a rapidly evolving defense technology organization.

Posted 4 weeks ago

Ventrata

Senior Android Developer KMP for Kiosk app

Remote
VentrataTELECOMMUTE, Brno, South Moravian Region, Czechia

Ventrata is seeking a Senior Android Developer to join its Terminal team, focusing on a new Kiosk app built on Kotlin Multiplatform. This role involves architecting a Kiosk application and contributing to ticket booking and platform integrations. Ideal candidates will thrive in a startup environment, work independently within a remote team, and be passionate about crafting innovative solutions for the tourism industry. Candidates can work remotely or from the Brno office in the Czech Republic. The company is rapidly expanding and values contributions that shape the future of travel.

Posted 4 days ago

redbee

Senior Android Developer + Java Backend Developer

Remote
redbeeArgentina

redbee, an Argentine tech company with over 14 years of experience, seeks a Senior Developer skilled in Java, Spring Boot, and Android. The role involves developing and maintaining mobile application functionalities while also creating and maintaining backend services. Candidates should have solid experience with Java, knowledge of Android applications, and be prepared to collaborate with various teams. redbee emphasizes a flexible, remote-first work environment and offers numerous benefits to ensure professional growth and well-being.

Posted 1 week ago

Optro

Senior Software Engineer II - Backend Developer Experience

Remote
OptroUnited States

Optro is seeking a Senior Software Engineer II to enhance the Backend Developer Experience within its fast-growing platform. The ideal candidate will focus on optimizing development processes in a JavaScript/TypeScript monorepo, ensuring efficiency and quality in CI pipelines. With over 6 years of experience required, applicants should possess deep knowledge of Node.js, TypeScript, and build orchestration tools. Collaboration across engineering teams is essential, and a proactive approach in a dynamic setting will be key. This role offers a unique opportunity to significantly impact developer velocity and satisfaction.

Posted 2 days ago

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Site Reliability Engineer (SRE/ DevOps) - Engineering Productivity

Remote
Arista NetworksPoland-Remote, Poland

Arista Networks seeks a skilled Site Reliability Engineer to join the Engineering Productivity team. The ideal candidate will support and enhance infrastructure in a hybrid cloud environment, working collaboratively with product development teams. Responsibilities include building and operating production systems, automating processes, and troubleshooting issues. Strong problem-solving skills and experience in multiple programming languages are essential. The company prioritizes diversity and innovation, aiming to provide a welcoming environment where creativity thrives.

Posted 1 week ago

robusta

Mid-Level AI / Backend / API Developer

Remote
robustaTELECOMMUTE, Cairo, Cairo Governorate, Egypt

We are seeking a Mid-Level AI/Backend/API Developer to enhance our team. This role involves backend engineering and AI integration to develop scalable systems and APIs. The ideal candidate should have robust backend experience and be adept with AI tools and data-driven systems.

Posted 2 weeks ago

3Pillar

Node/AWS Software Engineer (Backend development)

Remote
3PillarCanada

Join 3Pillar Global as a Node/AWS Software Engineer and elevate your expertise by collaborating with industry leaders on transformative projects. Your role involves architecting solutions that reshape industries while ensuring data integrity and effective communication with stakeholders. Participate in agile development and mentor fellow engineers, all while enjoying the flexibility of a remote work environment. This position offers an exciting opportunity to work on cutting-edge technology in a supportive, global team committed to your professional growth and well-being.

Posted 4 weeks ago

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Marina Galkina

Marina Galkina

Senior HR Manager, Lead Tech Recruiter, and Career Consultant

Remote Software Developer Salary Data (May 2026)

This section summarizes salary information from remote software developer job postings active in May 2026. Where compensation is listed, it reflects pay details from 21,889+ current openings and gives a practical snapshot of what employers are advertising.

Average Salary

$101k

$154k

$190k

25th

50th

75th

Based on 21,889 roles currently tracked by LiftmyCV. Last updated on May 17, 2026

Salary Distribution

Entry938 jobs
$78k$84K$112k
Mid9,068 jobs
$90k$139K$188k
Senior11,883 jobs
$123k$162K$198k

Based on 21,889 roles currently tracked by LiftmyCV. Last updated on May 17, 2026

Software Developer Jobs salary ranges based on 8,092 job listings tracked by LiftmyCV
Experience Level25th PercentileMedian (50th)75th PercentileSample Size
Overall$101,000$154,000$189,636.138,092
Entry-Level$77,750$84,000$112,0006
Mid-Level$90,161.13$138,768.75$188,25058
Senior-Level$123,325$162,375$197,50076

"Remote software developer hiring in 2026 often puts more weight on how people work than where they’ve worked. Across backend, frontend, full stack, mobile, and platform roles, teams usually screen for clear written communication, steady async habits, and the ability to ship without much hand-holding. I’d also expect closer attention to code quality signals, collaboration across time zones, and whether a developer can move comfortably between product discussion and execution in a remote setup."

Marina's Market Take

Senior HR Leader & Lead Tech Recruiter

How to Land a Remote Software Developer Job in 2026

Remote software developer openings in May 2026 usually reward clear positioning more than broad claims. "Software developer" can mean backend API work, frontend product development, full-stack delivery, mobile apps, platform tooling, or QA automation. Pick a lane and label yourself that way in your application. A recruiter scanning remote applicants should be able to tell in a few seconds whether you are a React frontend developer, a Python backend engineer, a Java full-stack developer, or a mobile-focused iOS or Android builder.

Your strongest application material should prove that you can ship code without heavy supervision. For backend roles, highlight production APIs, database design, cloud deployments, and work with services or integrations. For frontend jobs, show shipped interfaces, design system work, performance improvements, and collaboration with product or design. For full-stack roles, be specific about where you led delivery across the stack instead of listing every tool you have touched. Remote teams also look for developers who write useful pull request notes, document decisions, and handle async communication well, so include examples that show this kind of ownership.

Search strategy matters here because remote software developer listings attract a crowded applicant pool. Filter for roles that match your stack, seniority, and working style rather than applying across every remote engineering post. If a posting mentions TypeScript, AWS, Django, Node.js, Kotlin, or test automation, mirror that exact lane only when you have real project evidence behind it.

  • Backend: emphasize APIs, data models, cloud infrastructure, and reliability work.
  • Frontend: emphasize shipped UI, component systems, accessibility, and performance.
  • Full-stack: emphasize end-to-end features with clear ownership.
  • Mobile: emphasize app releases, platform-specific tooling, and maintenance history.

LiftmyCV can help tighten that positioning so your application reads like a match for one remote developer track instead of a general tech profile.

Required Skills

software development
remote collaboration
async communication
technical documentation
code review
Git
GitHub
Jira
Agile development
debugging
testing
CI/CD
Docker
Kubernetes
AWS
cloud deployment
system design
API integration
REST APIs
SQL
JavaScript
TypeScript
Python
Java
React
Node.js
backend development
frontend development
full-stack development
mobile development

Resume Tips

Lead with proof that you can ship code without a lot of hand-holding. Put your core stack near the top: languages, frameworks, cloud platforms, databases, and collaboration tools like Git, GitHub, Jira, Slack, Docker, Kubernetes, AWS, React, Node.js, Python, Java, or TypeScript. If your remote work happened in 2026 or earlier, say so plainly. Remote teams want to see async communication, code review habits, ownership of tickets, and releases delivered across time zones.

Cut vague summaries, long lists of every library you've touched, and bullets that only describe duties. Replace them with shipped features, performance gains, reliability work, API integrations, test coverage, CI/CD improvements, and incidents you helped resolve. Open source contributions, distributed team experience, contractor work, and freelance builds can all help if they're framed around production outcomes rather than side-project enthusiasm.

  • Weak bullet: “Worked on web applications and fixed bugs.”
  • Strong bullet: “Built and deployed React and Node.js features for a remote SaaS product, reduced page load time by 28%, and closed 40 plus Jira tickets tied to customer-reported bugs across two release cycles in 2026.”

If you list certifications, keep them technical and relevant, such as AWS, Azure, Google Cloud, Kubernetes, or Scrum. LiftmyCV can help tighten bullet phrasing so your remote software developer resume shows shipped work, tools, and ownership quickly.

How to Prepare for Interviews

Remote software developer interviews usually test how you build, explain, and collaborate without being in the same room. Expect a mix of coding screens, take-home exercises, code review discussions, and system design rounds tied to distributed work in 2026. A common prompt is a live debugging task in a shared editor, or a take-home API feature followed by questions about tradeoffs, testing, and edge cases.

Prepare examples that show remote execution, not just technical output. Be ready to walk through a pull request you wrote, how you handled async feedback in GitHub, how you broke work into tickets, and how you communicated blockers across time zones. For backend or full-stack roles, practice explaining database choices, caching, and service boundaries. For frontend roles, expect discussion of state management, performance, accessibility, and component design.

If you have a portfolio or public repo, choose samples with clean commits, tests, and readable documentation. Interviewers often learn as much from your reasoning and written communication as from the final code.

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