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 Revenue Operations Lead - Strategic Initiatives

Company: Upwork

Location: USA

Posted Dec 15, 2024

Upwork is a global marketplace for work, serving businesses and freelancers. They have done over $33 billion in work through their platform, enabling professionals to find work they're passionate about and innovate their careers. They are seeking a Senior Revenue Operations Lead to support the Land Sales Team and Territory Strategy. The role involves designing scalable systems and strategies, leading sales planning processes, and ensuring data accuracy. The company values diversity, inclusion, and a vibrant culture.

Director of Enterprise Operations

Company: Upwork

Location: Remote

Posted Dec 12, 2024

Upwork is a global work marketplace that empowers companies and talent to work together in innovative ways. They serve a wide range of clients, from small startups to large Fortune 100 enterprises. The company is focused on enabling large organizations to access the best talent, streamline workforce management, and drive business outcomes. The Director of Enterprise Operations role is focused on revenue generation, process optimization, and team effectiveness. The company values trust, risk-taking, customer focus, and excellence. They offer comprehensive benefits, including medical insurance, paid time off, a 401k plan, parental leave, and an Employee Stock Purchase Plan. Upwork is committed to diversity and inclusion and never discriminates based on protected characteristics. The annual base salary range for this position is $158,250 - $237,250.

Senior Director -Corporate Analytics

Company: Upwork

Location: USA

Posted Dec 19, 2024

Upwork is a global work marketplace serving businesses and professionals, with a focus on trust, data-driven insights, and innovation. The company is committed to diversity, inclusion, and providing exceptional benefits to employees. The Sr Director Corporate Analytics leads a high-performing analytics team, advises senior leaders, and drives data-driven decision-making.

Senior Director, Corporate Analytics

Company: Upwork

Location: Remote

Posted Dec 18, 2024

Upwork is a global remote-first organization that provides a platform for connecting businesses with skilled professionals. The company has experienced significant growth, with over $38 billion in work done in the last year. The Sr Director Corporate Analytics role involves leading a high-performing analytics team, advising senior leaders, driving data-driven decision making, and enhancing data infrastructure. The ideal candidate should have 10+ years of experience in analytics, a proven ability to partner with senior executives, and expertise in managing analytics projects. The company values trust, risk-taking, customer focus, and excellence, and offers comprehensive benefits and a diverse and inclusive workforce.

Director of Enterprise Operations

Company: Upwork

Location: USA

Posted Dec 14, 2024

Upwork is a global work marketplace that empowers companies and talent to work together in innovative ways. They serve a wide range of clients, from small startups to large Fortune 100 enterprises. The company is focusing on enabling large organizations to access the best talent, streamline workforce management, and drive business outcomes. The Director of Enterprise Operations role involves establishing, managing, and optimizing processes, tools, and team effectiveness to drive revenue generation. The role requires strategic process improvements, data-driven decision-making, and a focus on AI-first revops. The company is a remote-first organization with physical offices in San Francisco and Chicago, and they value trust, risk-taking, customer focus, and excellence.

Sr Revenue Operations Lead, Strategic Initiatives

Company: Upwork

Location: Remote

Posted Dec 13, 2024

Upwork is a global work marketplace that serves businesses and individuals. They have done over $33 billion in work last year and are seeking a Senior Revenue Operations Lead to support the Land Sales Team and Territory Strategy. The role involves strategic and detail-oriented work, including GotoMarket GTM strategy, data analysis, operational support, territory strategy, and optimizing GTM tools and processes.

Creative Director

Company: Upwork

Location: USA

Posted Dec 13, 2024

Upwork is a global work marketplace that serves businesses and individuals, with a focus on creative roles. The Creative Director position involves leading a team to define the brand voice and character, driving strategic alignment, and elevating the Upwork brand. The role requires leadership across art and copy disciplines and driving integrated creative strategies.

Senior Manger - Strategic and Marketplace FP&A

Company: Upwork

Location: USA

Posted Dec 17, 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 Senior Manager of Strategic and Marketplace FP&A to help with financial decisions. The role involves financial forecasting, modeling, and analysis, as well as leading a team.

Senior Manger, Strategic and Marketplace FP&A

Company: Upwork

Location: Remote

Posted Dec 14, 2024

Upwork is looking for a Senior Manager Strategic and Marketplace FPampA to have immediate impact and help the company make sound financial decisions. The position involves leading business partnering, financial forecasting, modeling, business scenarios, driving strategic resource allocation, and return on investment (ROI) analyses. The ideal candidate should have experience in finance analytics, critical thinking, and a continuous improvement attitude.

Senior ML Infra Engineer, Machine Learning Infrastructure & Data

Company: Upwork

Location: Remote

Posted Dec 19, 2024

Upwork is a global work marketplace that serves businesses and individuals. They have a powerful, trust-driven platform that enables companies and talent to work together. 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 company values passion for ML infrastructure, proven impact, innovative thinking, technical proficiency, collaboration, continuous learning, problem-solving skills, and adaptability. The annual base salary ranges from $144,000 to $230,000.

Creative Director

Company: Upwork

Location: Remote

Posted Dec 10, 2024

Upwork is a global work marketplace that serves a wide range of clients, from startups to Fortune 100 companies. The company has seen significant growth in the amount of work done through its platform, with over $33 billion in transactions last year. The Creative Director role at Upwork involves leading a team of creatives to define the brand voice and character, and driving strategic alignment across all creative disciplines to ensure impactful brand storytelling and operational excellence.

Enterprise Account Executive

Company: Upwork

Location: Remote

Posted Dec 18, 2024

Upwork is seeking a result-oriented individual to join their Enterprise Sales team. The role involves leveraging consultative sales expertise to prospect and secure new business, exceed ambitious sales goals, and collaborate across teams to deliver exceptional outcomes. The successful candidate should have 2+ years of proven success in net new client acquisition, consistent overachievement of sales quota, and experience working with enterprise clients.

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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