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Flexible hours roles are the fastest growing segment in the tech job market, with demand soaring as companies shift to 24/7 product cycles and distributed teams. Candidates who can adapt to non-standard shifts are now prized for their ability to cover global time zones and quickly ship releases. The 1252 open positions in this category reflect a 35% year‑over‑year increase in listings that prioritize work‑life balance without sacrificing compensation.

Within the flexible hours umbrella you’ll find roles such as Software Engineer (front‑end, back‑end, full‑stack), DevOps Engineer, Data Engineer, Product Manager, UX/UI Designer, and Technical Support Specialist. Typical responsibilities include building scalable microservices in Kubernetes, automating CI/CD pipelines with Terraform, conducting user‑centered design reviews, and managing product backlogs in Jira. Many of these positions require proficiency with Git, Docker, AWS, and strong experience in Agile ceremonies.

Salary transparency is critical for professionals in flexible hours roles because pay can vary widely based on time zone coverage, workload volume, and client mix. Clear salary ranges help candidates negotiate equitable compensation, ensure that part‑time or shift‑based work is fairly valued, and enable employers to attract high‑quality talent who can commit to irregular schedules. When pay is transparent, flexibility becomes a true benefit rather than a trade‑off.

Senior Python Software Engineer

Company: Nearform

Location: UK

Posted Nov 22, 2025

This job posting highlights a remote permanent Senior Python Engineer role at Nearform, emphasizing benefits like flexible working, competitive compensation, professional development opportunities, and a supportive work environment. The position involves designing scalable solutions and collaborating with global teams, with a focus on technical excellence and innovation.

Performance Marketing Manager

Company: Jane App

Location: Canada

Posted Nov 22, 2025

Jane is a remote-first company that helps healthcare practitioners and patients by providing digital tools for their practices. They value collaboration, growth mindset, and flexibility. The company is looking for a Performance Marketing Manager to drive growth in paid media channels and optimize acquisition funnels.

Machine Learning Engineer - Ads

Company: Reddit

Location: Remote

Posted Nov 22, 2025

Reddit is expanding its Ads teams, focusing on innovation and ML-driven solutions. The role involves developing ML models for ad ranking and optimization, with a strong emphasis on impact and collaboration.

Manager - Internal Integration and Automation

Company: Sprout Social

Location: USA

Posted Nov 22, 2025

Sprout Social is seeking a Manager to lead foundational integrations and automations using AI. The role involves working closely with executive leaders to shape the long-term vision for intelligent automation. The ideal candidate should have a blend of business acumen, technical expertise, and soft skills. The company offers a unique structure for career growth, exposure to various projects, and opportunities to make a deeper impact on the organization.

Machine Learning Engineer - Advertising

Company: Spotify

Location: Remote

Posted Nov 22, 2025

The Advertising Product & Technology team at Spotify aims to build a next-generation advertising platform for audio and video content. They seek a Machine Learning Engineer II to lead strategic initiatives within CareML, focusing on categorizing podcast content and ads for brand safety. The role involves designing machine learning systems, collaborating with various teams, and applying AI tools to develop innovative solutions.

Staff Software Engineer - ML Feature Platform

Company: Reddit

Location: Remote

Posted Nov 22, 2025

The Machine Learning Platform team at Reddit is seeking a Staff Software Engineer to work on their ML Feature Platform. The role involves architecting, implementing, and maintaining foundational ML infrastructure used for computing, storing, and retrieving features that power various Reddit features. The ideal candidate should have 8+ years of experience in production software development, experience with large-scale ML systems, and knowledge of distributed systems and big data.

Senior Machine Learning Engineer - Ads

Company: Reddit

Location: Remote

Posted Nov 22, 2025

Reddit is expanding its Ads teams with opportunities for ML engineers and experts, emphasizing innovation, growth, and competitive benefits. The role involves building scalable systems, optimizing ad performance, and contributing to core priorities in machine learning and product development.

Senior Golang Developer - SCAYLE Storefront

Company: ABOUT YOU SE & Co. KG

Location: Europe

Posted Nov 22, 2025

The job description is for a Senior Golang Developer to join the SCAYLE Storefront Platform Unit in Hamburg or remote within the EU. The role involves building a platform for tenants to deploy frontend services, ensuring smooth deployment processes, working on a robust product in the AWS ecosystem, and collaborating with the Tech Lead to explore new technologies. The ideal candidate should have 3+ years of experience in building complex backend APIs, proficiency in Go development, and experience with Kubernetes, Terraform, relational databases, and key-value stores. The company offers benefits such as flexible working times, discounts on their online shop, language courses, sports courses, subsidized public transportation, free choice of hardware, a state-of-the-art tech stack running on AWS, a modern office in Hamburg, an international working environment, and German health insurance.

Desktop Sync Software Engineer

Company: Dropbox

Location: Canada

Posted Nov 22, 2025

The role involves working on Dropbox's Core Sync team, which owns the Sync Engine that moves files to the cloud and back to devices reliably. The team is investing in Nucleus, written in Rust, to improve Dropbox's sync capabilities. The mission is to keep content seamlessly in sync and build new sync features quickly and confidently. The role requires designing and building software for millions of users, partnering with product managers, developing roadmaps, improving the team and company culture, and supporting fellow engineers.

Software Engineer - Ads

Company: Reddit

Location: Remote

Posted Nov 22, 2025

Reddit offers a flexible workforce with options for remote work or working from one of their physical office locations. The company is currently hiring across multiple teams, including the Ads ML Serving Team, Attribution & Identity Team, and Ads Growth Team. The Business Manager team is known for its inclusive and collaborative culture, where diverse perspectives are valued. The role described is a generalist mid-level backend position within the Ads Organization, with responsibilities including working with product managers to design and implement Ads products, collaborating with platform and data teams, and building extensible components.

Desktop Sync Software Engineer

Company: Dropbox

Location: USA

Posted Nov 22, 2025

This job description outlines a software engineering role at Dropbox focused on developing scalable sync features and improving the Sync Engine. The position requires experience with large-scale applications, proficiency in Rust/C++, and willingness to participate in oncall rotations. It emphasizes building reliable systems that millions of users rely on, with competitive compensation in specific US zones.

Interstate Tractor Trailer Transportation Claims Resolution Specialist: Auto Physical and Property Damage

Company: Reserv

Location: Remote

Posted Nov 22, 2025

Reserv is an insurtech company focused on automating manual tasks in claims processing using AI and automation technology. They are seeking highly organized and customer-focused Transportation Physical Damage Claims Adjusters to join their team. The company values diversity, empathy, and continuous learning, and offers a generous benefits package.

Frequently Asked Questions

What are typical salary ranges by seniority for flexible hours tech roles?
Entry‑level (0‑2 years) flexible‑hours engineers earn $60k–$80k annually; mid‑level (3‑5 years) range $90k–$120k; senior (5+ years) $130k–$170k, with additional shift bonuses for night or weekend coverage.
What skills and certifications are required for flexible hours positions?
Core programming languages (Python, JavaScript, Go), CI/CD tooling (Jenkins, GitHub Actions), cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP), container orchestration (Kubernetes), infrastructure as code (Terraform), and Agile certifications (Certified Scrum Master, SAFe Agilist). Remote communication proficiency using Slack, Zoom, and Asana is also essential.
Is remote work available for flexible hours roles?
Over 80% of the current listings allow fully remote work, with many offering hybrid models that permit in‑office days on a flexible schedule. Employers often provide stipends for home‑office equipment and support 24‑hour VPN access.
What career progression paths exist in flexible hours tech roles?
A typical path starts with a Junior Engineer or Associate Product Manager, moves to Lead Engineer or Senior Product Owner, then to Engineering Manager or Director of Product, and ultimately to VP or Head of Engineering, each step unlocking higher pay and broader influence over product strategy.
What industry trends are shaping flexible hours tech jobs?
Tech firms are adopting continuous delivery pipelines that require 24/7 monitoring, driving demand for shift‑based DevOps and support roles. AI‑driven scheduling tools are automating shift assignment, and companies are increasingly offering flexible pay bands to retain talent in a competitive market.

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