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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Sr. Manager - FP&A

Company: Upwork

Location: USA

Posted Jan 08, 2025

Upwork, a global work marketplace, is seeking a Senior Manager for Corporate FP&A. The role involves overseeing the monthly forecast cycle, managing centralized reporting, contributing to board deliverables, and driving the annual budget planning process. The ideal candidate should have experience in FP&A, investment banking, or management consulting, with a strong understanding of accounting and revenue forecasting. Excel proficiency, attention to detail, and excellent communication skills are required. Upwork values trust, risk-taking, customer focus, and excellence, offering comprehensive benefits and fostering a diverse and inclusive workforce.

Senior ML Infra Engineer - Machine Learning Infrastructure & Data

Company: Upwork

Location: USA

Posted Dec 21, 2024

Upwork is a global work marketplace that serves businesses and individuals. They have a powerful platform that enables companies and talent to work together. Last year, more than $38 billion of work was done through Upwork. The Machine Learning Infrastructure and Data team is responsible for architecting and building foundational systems for machine learning. The Senior ML Infra Engineer will play a pivotal role in designing, developing, and maintaining infrastructure components. The annual base salary for this position ranges from $144,000 to $230,000.

Enterprise Account Executive

Company: Upwork

Location: Remote

Posted Dec 23, 2024

Upwork, a global work marketplace, is seeking a results-oriented Enterprise Sales professional. The role involves leveraging consultative sales expertise to secure new business, exceed sales goals, and collaborate across teams for exceptional outcomes. The ideal candidate should have 2+ years of net new client acquisition, consistent overachievement of sales quota, and experience with enterprise clients. Key skills include creating urgency, managing sales cycles, building business cases, and strong communication skills. Upwork offers a remote-first culture, competitive benefits, and a commitment to diversity and inclusion.

Enterprise Product Manager

Company: Upwork

Location: Remote

Posted Dec 21, 2024

Upwork is seeking a Product Manager for its Enterprise product team. The role involves prioritizing customer problems over feature building, taking full ownership of work, and focusing on creating new solutions based on enterprise client needs. The ideal candidate should have 4+ years of product management experience, preferably in a scaleup/startup, with a technical background and excellent communication skills. Experience with tech-enabled services companies and enterprise-grade use cases is a plus. Upwork offers a remote-first culture, competitive benefits, and a commitment to diversity and inclusion.

Senior Director - Corporate FP&A

Company: Upwork

Location: USA

Posted Jan 08, 2025

Upwork, a global work marketplace, is seeking a Finance Senior Director to oversee corporate finance, forecasting, and strategic resource allocation. The ideal candidate will have 15+ years of finance experience, excellent communication skills, and the ability to work well under pressure. Upwork values trust, risk-taking, customer focus, and excellence, offering comprehensive benefits and fostering a diverse and inclusive workforce.

Lead Content Designer

Company: Upwork

Location: USA

Posted Dec 22, 2024

Upwork is a global work marketplace that serves businesses and individuals. They have done over $38 billion in work last year and are looking for a Lead Content Designer to create clear and consistent content for their SaaS product. The role involves writing user-friendly product copy, identifying IA issues, and contributing to product strategy. The company is a remote-first organization with physical offices in San Francisco and Chicago.

Enterprise Account Executive

Company: Upwork

Location: USA

Posted Dec 20, 2024

Upwork is a global workplace platform that connects businesses and professionals. They have seen significant growth in work done through their platform, with over $38 billion last year. They are seeking a result-oriented individual for an Enterprise Sales role, requiring 2+ years of proven success in net new client acquisition and over achievement of sales quota. The role involves selling software, HCM technology, or staffing/recruiting solutions to enterprise clients.

Enterprise Product Manager

Company: Upwork

Location: Remote

Posted Dec 19, 2024

Upwork is seeking a Product Manager to join their Enterprise product team. The role involves working with top global companies in a dynamic and expanding field, addressing complex challenges as Upwork explores new ways of working with Enterprise companies. The Product Manager will prioritize solving problems for customers, enterprise clients, talent, and internal teams, ensuring alignment with Upwork's strategic goals of scaling their Enterprise business. The position is eligible for an annual bonus plan, sales incentive plan, and long-term equity incentive program.

Lead Content Designer

Company: Upwork

Location: Remote

Posted Dec 20, 2024

Upwork is a global work marketplace that serves businesses and individuals. They have done over $38 billion in work and are looking for a Lead Content Designer to create clear and consistent content for their SaaS product. The role requires proven experience in UX writing, IA, and content strategy. The company is a remote-first organization with physical offices in San Francisco and Chicago. They offer comprehensive benefits, a diverse workforce, and are committed to recruiting and retaining a diverse and inclusive workforce.

Senior Content Designer

Company: Upwork

Location: USA

Posted Dec 22, 2024

Upwork is the world's work marketplace, serving companies and talent from startups to Fortune 100 companies. Last year, more than $38 billion of work was done through Upwork by skilled professionals. Upwork's Hybrid Workforce Solutions HWS Team is a global group of professionals that support Upwork's business. Upwork is committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workforce and never discriminates based on protected characteristics.

Enterprise Product Manager

Company: Upwork

Location: USA

Posted Dec 21, 2024

Upwork is seeking a Product Manager to join their Enterprise product team. The role involves working with top global companies in a dynamic and expanding field, addressing complex challenges as Upwork explores new ways of working with Enterprise companies. The ideal candidate has 4+ years of product management experience in a fast-paced environment, ideally in the HRTech space, and experience with products that are consumption-driven not just SaaS.

Contract: Senior Content Designer

Company: Upwork

Location: Remote

Posted Dec 20, 2024

Upwork is a global work marketplace that serves businesses and freelancers. They have done over $38 billion in work through their platform, which helps companies and talent work together. They are looking for a Senior Content Designer to create clear and consistent content for their SaaS product. The role requires experience in UX writing, IA, and content strategy. Upwork is committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workforce.

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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