Jobs at Upwork
Upwork is the global platform that connects freelancers with businesses, but it also maintains a dedicated tech talent pool. Known for its flexible remote model and data‑driven hiring, Upwork attracts companies looking to scale quickly without a traditional office footprint.
Current openings span software engineering, product management, UX/UI design, data science, and DevOps. Candidates can expect project‑based contracts, hourly or fixed‑price work, and a performance review system that rewards high ratings and repeat clients.
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Sr. Lead - Video & Offline Channels Manager
Company: Upwork
Location: USA
Posted Oct 07, 2024
Upwork is a remote-first organization that serves everyone from one-person startups to large Fortune 100 enterprises. The company is looking for a leader to drive the growth of its emerging channels, with a focus on video and offline marketing. The ideal candidate will have a strong bias towards action, excellent media strategy skills, and experience working with media agencies.
Java Development Team Lead / Manager
Company: Upwork
Location: APAC
Posted Oct 14, 2024
Upwork is a work marketplace that enables companies and talent to work together, with a powerful trust-driven platform. The company serves everyone from one-person startups to Fortune 100 companies, and has a global team of professionals. The Engineering team is responsible for driving the fastest-growing revenue stream at Upwork, and is looking for an Engineering Lead to manage a team of highly skilled engineers.
Community Coordinator
Company: Upwork
Location: USA
Posted Oct 05, 2024
Upwork is a work marketplace that enables companies and talent to work together. They are seeking a Social Media Community Coordinator to join their team and build strong relationships with their audience.
Strategic Account Manager
Company: Upwork
Location: USA
Posted Oct 03, 2024
Upwork is a remote-first organization that provides a platform for companies and talent to work together. The company is committed to creating economic opportunities and fostering a diverse and inclusive workforce. The job description highlights the importance of building relationships with clients, identifying opportunities, and providing thought leadership.
Sr Business Development Representative
Company: Upwork
Location: Remote
Posted Oct 05, 2024
Upwork, a global work marketplace, is seeking a Senior Business Development Representative with 2+ years of experience in professional services or SaaS. The role involves prospecting for new business, qualifying leads, and booking sales meetings. The ideal candidate should have a growth mindset, excellent communication skills, and experience with cold outreach. Upwork offers a remote-first culture, competitive benefits, and a commitment to diversity and inclusion.
Payroll Specialist
Company: Upwork
Location: Remote
Posted Oct 04, 2024
Upwork, a global work marketplace, is seeking a detail-oriented Payroll Specialist with 2-5 years of Workday payroll processing experience. The ideal candidate should have comprehensive end-to-end payroll process knowledge, proficiency in payroll audits, and a deep understanding of payroll taxes. The role involves Workday Payroll Processing, Workday Timekeeping and Data Monitoring, Payroll Audits, Tax Compliance, Tax and Benefit Administration, Reporting, Employee Support, Process Improvement, Compliance, and Collaboration. The candidate must possess advanced Excel skills, strong analytical skills, excellent communication skills, and the ability to maintain confidentiality. Upwork offers a remote-first culture with a focus on economic opportunities and employee growth.
Payroll Specialist
Company: Upwork
Location: Remote
Posted Oct 01, 2024
Upwork is seeking a detail-oriented and experienced Payroll Specialist with 25 years of handson Workday payroll processing experience. The ideal candidate will have comprehensive end-to-end payroll process knowledge, proficiency in payroll audits, and a deep understanding of payroll taxes and other complex tax situations.
Senior Director of Product Management, Payments and Risks
Company: Upwork
Location: Remote
Posted Oct 04, 2024
Upwork is seeking a Senior Director of Product to lead the strategic direction of their payments products. The role involves defining product strategy, managing product commitments, and collaborating with cross-functional teams. The ideal candidate should have 8-10+ years of product management experience, with at least 5 years focused on payments, risk management, and/or marketplace platforms. They should possess deep subject matter expertise in payment archetypes, technologies, integrations, and regulatory landscape. Upwork offers competitive benefits, including comprehensive medical insurance, unlimited paid time off, and a 401(k) plan with matching contributions.
Payroll Specialist
Company: Upwork
Location: USA
Posted Oct 07, 2024
Upwork is seeking a detail-oriented and experienced Payroll Specialist to work on their powerful trust-driven platform. The ideal candidate will have comprehensive end-to-end payroll process knowledge and proficiency in payroll audits and complex tax situations.
Contract: Database Automation Engineer
Company: Upwork
Location: Remote
Posted Oct 06, 2024
Upwork, a global work marketplace, facilitates collaboration between companies and skilled professionals. It offers a platform for passionate professionals to innovate their careers and for businesses to find talent. The company is committed to diversity and inclusion, and is currently seeking a software developer with experience in PERL or Python, relational database management, and automation skills. The role involves developing new database automations, enhancing existing ones, and participating in on-call rotation for data-related incidents.
HWS: Community Coordinator
Company: Upwork
Location: Remote
Posted Oct 01, 2024
Upwork is a work marketplace that connects companies and talent. They are seeking a Social Media Community Coordinator to join their team. The role involves building strong relationships with the online community, identifying and nurturing brand advocates, and driving proactive engagement across social media platforms.
Sr. Lead, Video & Offline Channels Manager
Company: Upwork
Location: Remote
Posted Oct 02, 2024
Upwork is a work marketplace that enables companies and talent to work together. The company is looking for a leader to drive growth through the expansion and optimization of emerging channels. The role requires a deep understanding of channel dynamics and the ability to lead a team to achieve ambitious growth goals.