Jobs at Upwork

Positions 467,497

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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Contract: Incident & Problem Engineer (Svc Eng, CLEO)

Company: Upwork

Location: Remote

Posted Sep 26, 2022

Upwork is a global work marketplace that serves companies and talent to work together in new ways. They have done over $3.3 billion of work through their platform, with skilled professionals gaining control and innovating their careers. The company offers Hybrid Workforce Solutions (HWS) Team, a global group of professionals supporting Upwork's business. The HWS team members are located worldwide. The work involves driving execution efforts for modern Service Management processes, working with peers in Corporate Tech & Service Engineering to implement an ITSM tool, and partnering with InfoSec on gap analysis for incident management.

Payment Operations Manager (Marketplace Payments)

Company: Upwork

Location: Remote

Posted Sep 27, 2022

Upwork is a remote-first organization that is expanding its team and looking for a Manager of Global Payment Operations. The company is committed to creating economic opportunities and fostering a diverse and inclusive workforce.

Sr. Director, Field & Alliances Marketing

Company: Upwork

Location: Remote

Posted Sep 25, 2022

Upwork is a remote-first organization that is looking for a seasoned marketing leader to develop and activate high-impact field demand plans. The company is committed to creating economic opportunities and fostering a diverse and inclusive workforce.

Contract - Senior QA Automation Engineer

Company: Upwork

Location: Remote

Posted Sep 25, 2022

Upwork is a leading tech solution for companies to hire skilled professionals and get more done. The company is looking for an experienced Automation Engineer to work on testing cutting-edge web services.

Contract: Recruitment Services Manager, Tech Categories

Company: Upwork

Location: Remote

Posted Sep 24, 2022

Upwork is a leading tech solution that connects companies with skilled professionals, offering flexibility and economic opportunities. The company is committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workforce.

Contract: Senior Data Platform Engineer. Data Lake

Company: Upwork

Location: Remote

Posted Sep 26, 2022

Upwork is a global work marketplace that serves businesses and individuals. They offer a powerful platform for companies and talent to work together, with a focus on trust and innovation. The company has seen significant growth in work done through their platform, with over $3.3 billion last year. They are looking for a passionate engineer to develop and maintain their data platform, which includes a data lake, enterprise data warehouse, and front-end data tools. The role requires experience in DW/BI and Big Data platform engineering, as well as strong skills in SQL, Python, and the Big Data ecosystem.

Director of Product, Talent Growth

Company: Upwork

Location: Remote

Posted Sep 23, 2022

Upwork is a global work marketplace that serves businesses and freelancers. The company aims to create a delightful experience for talent looking to offer their skills and time to clients. The Director, Talent Growth, will lead a team to build high-quality experiences across acquisition, activation, and engagement. The role requires leading teams, creating growth practices, and collaborating with other teams to build a successful career for talent.

Contract: Senior Product Designer, Work Management

Company: Upwork

Location: Remote

Posted Sep 26, 2022

Upwork is a global work marketplace that serves companies and talent, enabling them to work together in new ways. The company has seen significant growth in work done through their platform, with over $3.3 billion last year. The company's Hybrid Workforce Solutions Team supports Upwork's business and is a global group of professionals. The job posting is for a UX designer with 3-4+ years of experience in the industry, dedicated to the complete UX design and development lifecycle of desktop or mobile applications.

Contract: Infrastructure Engineer - Cloud Engineering

Company: Upwork

Location: Remote

Posted Sep 24, 2022

Upwork is a work marketplace that enables companies and talent to work together, with a focus on diversity and inclusion. The company is committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workforce and does not discriminate based on various characteristics.

Land Sales Coach, Enterprise Sales

Company: Upwork

Location: Chicago IL

Posted Sep 23, 2022

Upwork is a global work marketplace that serves businesses and freelancers. They offer a platform for companies and talent to work together, with a focus on trust and innovation. The company is committed to creating economic opportunities and fostering amazing teams. They are currently hiring for a Sales Coach role to provide sales coaching and skill building for their Business Development Teams.

Senior Manager, Machine Learning, Discovery

Company: Upwork

Location: Remote

Posted Sep 25, 2022

Upwork is a remote-first organization that serves a global community of professionals, offering a powerful platform for companies and talent to work together. They are looking for an exceptional team lead to manage the Machine Learning Discovery team, which powers the core recommendation engine of their work marketplace.

VP, Head of Total Rewards

Company: Upwork

Location: Remote

Posted Sep 25, 2022

Upwork is looking for an experienced leader to join their team as Head of Total Rewards and People Operations. The role involves driving the company's success by bringing compensation and benefits expertise to the leadership team and helping to scale the business.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is it like to work at Upwork?
Upwork prioritizes autonomy—freelancers choose project hours, set rates, and work from any location. The company offers a quarterly stipend for skill development, a transparent feedback loop, and a robust invoicing system that guarantees payment within 30 days.
What types of positions are available at Upwork?
Upwork hires for full‑time roles such as Senior Software Engineer, Product Owner, Data Scientist, DevOps Engineer, and UX Lead. Entry‑level roles include Backend Developer, Frontend Engineer, and Technical Support Specialist. All positions require proficiency in modern cloud stacks and agile practices.
How can I stand out as an applicant?
Tailor each proposal to the client’s brief—highlight relevant projects, quantify results, and include a link to a live demo or code repository. Earn Upwork skill badges, maintain a 5‑star rating, and submit a concise, well‑structured résumé that lists measurable achievements.

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