Jobs at Upwork
467,497 open positions
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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VP, Growth Marketing
Company: Upwork
Location: Remote
Posted Jan 21, 2025
Upwork is seeking a performance-driven VP of Growth Marketing to lead paid media and marketing automation teams. The role involves managing a substantial acquisition budget, optimizing ROI, and fostering a culture of experimentation. The ideal candidate will have a track record in scaling performance marketing, strong financial acumen, and experience in martech. Upwork values trust, risk-taking, customer focus, and excellence, offering a competitive salary, comprehensive benefits, and a commitment to diversity and inclusion.
Contract: Senior/Lead Backend Engineer
Company: Upwork
Location: Remote
Posted Jan 22, 2025
Upwork, a global work marketplace, is seeking a Senior/Lead Software Engineer. The role involves collaborating with cross-functional teams, designing and building robust systems, and maintaining high-quality solutions. The ideal candidate should have solid software development experience using Java or Kotlin, extensive knowledge of REST and/or GraphQL, and experience with relational and non-relational databases. The position offers the potential for contract renewal based on project needs and accomplishment. Upwork is committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workforce.
Sr Director, CX & Trust Product Management
Company: Upwork
Location: Remote
Posted Jan 21, 2025
Upwork is seeking a Senior Director of Customer Experience & Trust (CX&T) Product Management to safeguard its platform and foster a safe, inclusive environment. The role involves leading a team to design and execute strategic initiatives against fraud, abuse, and non-compliance. The ideal candidate should have 10+ years of product management experience, expertise in trust, safety, security, or integrity-focused product areas, and strong analytical skills.
Sr Director, CX & Trust Product Management
Company: Upwork
Location: Remote
Posted Jan 14, 2025
Upwork, a global work marketplace, is seeking a Senior Director of Customer Experience and Trust (CX&T) Product Management. The role involves leading a team to design and execute strategic initiatives that protect the platform from fraud and abuse, while enabling positive, secure interactions. The ideal candidate should have 10+ years of product management experience, expertise in trust, safety, security, or integrity-focused product areas, and a deep understanding of marketplace dynamics and fraud prevention. Upwork offers a competitive salary range of $216,500 - $300,000 USD, along with comprehensive benefits and a commitment to diversity and inclusion.
Contract: Senior Content Designer
Company: Upwork
Location: Remote
Posted Jan 22, 2025
Upwork, a global work marketplace, is seeking a Senior Content Designer. The role involves creating clear, consistent, and compelling content for the platform, supporting cross-functional teams, and advocating for content design in product development. The ideal candidate should have experience in UX writing, IA, and content strategy, particularly for SaaS products. They must demonstrate strategic thinking, visual systems-level thinking, and the ability to apply UX research and data in content design decisions. Upwork is committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workforce.
Corporate Development Associate
Company: Upwork
Location: Remote
Posted Jan 13, 2025
Upwork, a global work marketplace, is seeking an Associate in Corporate Development. The role involves collaborating with leaders to develop and execute M&A and investment strategies, driving growth and enhancing competitiveness. The ideal candidate should have 2-4 years of experience in M&A transactions, strong analytical skills, and excellent communication abilities. Upwork offers a remote-first culture, competitive benefits, and a commitment to diversity and inclusion.
Manager - FP&A
Company: Upwork
Location: USA
Posted Jan 08, 2025
Upwork, a global work marketplace, is seeking a Finance Manager for its Corporate FP&A team. The role involves financial consolidation, variance and forecast reports, and collaboration with other FP&A team members. The ideal candidate should have at least 5 years of experience in Accounting and Finance, with a strong understanding of GAAP accounting and financial analysis. Upwork values trust, risk-taking, customer focus, and excellence, and offers comprehensive benefits. The company is committed to diversity and inclusion.
Corporate Development Associate
Company: Upwork
Location: USA
Posted Jan 08, 2025
Upwork, a global work marketplace, is seeking an Associate Corporate Development with 24 years of M&A transactions or strategic investments experience. The role involves serving as an internal investment banker, conducting market and financial analysis, and engaging in all aspects of the M&A and investment process. The successful candidate will report to the Director of Corporate Development and interface with leaders throughout Upwork. Upwork is a remote-first organization committed to diversity and inclusion, offering exceptional benefits and fostering a culture of trust, risk-taking, customer focus, and excellence.
Senior/Lead Backend Engineer
Company: Upwork
Location: Latin America
Posted Jan 21, 2025
Upwork, a global work marketplace, is seeking a Senior Lead Software Engineer to collaborate with cross-functional teams, design and build scalable systems, and contribute to the enhancement of the codebase. The role involves working with Java or Kotlin, REST and/or GraphQL, and relational and non-relational databases. The ideal candidate should have experience in writing unit tests, collaborating with large teams, and working with AWS. Upwork is committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workforce.
Senior Director, Corporate FP&A
Company: Upwork
Location: Remote
Posted Jan 13, 2025
Upwork, a global work marketplace, is seeking a Finance Senior Director. The role involves overseeing the Corporate team, managing annual operating plans, and driving strategic resource allocation. The ideal candidate should have 15+ years of finance experience, excellent communication skills, and strong analytical abilities. Upwork offers a remote-first culture, competitive benefits, and a commitment to diversity and inclusion.
Manager, FP&A
Company: Upwork
Location: Remote
Posted Jan 13, 2025
Upwork is hiring a Finance Manager for its Corporate FP&A team. The role involves financial consolidation, variance and forecast reports, board meeting preparation, and enhancing reporting processes with automation focus. The ideal candidate should have 5+ years of accounting and finance experience, FP&A exposure, and expertise in GAAP accounting. They should possess strong analytical skills, a process-oriented mindset, and experience with Planful and Oracle EPM. Upwork values trust, risk-taking, customer focus, and excellence, offering a remote-first work environment with comprehensive benefits.