As companies tighten return-to-office mandates, workers are increasingly searching Google for one key answer: Who is still hiring for high-paying remote jobs in 2026? A new FlexJobs analysis reveals that while many employers reversed remote policies this year, a strong group of organizations continues to recruit six-figure talent from anywhere. Their hiring trends suggest that remote work isn’t disappearing—it’s evolving into a premium career tier for in-demand professionals seeking flexibility and competitive pay.
FlexJobs’ survey of 3,000 U.S. professionals found that 53% experienced or witnessed forced return-to-office policies in the past year—more than double the rate from 2024. Yet resistance is growing just as quickly. Workers say they would rather restart their job search than give up remote work, with 27% knowing someone who already quit because of office mandates. Even as companies like Samsung, Paramount, Toyota and others scale back remote options, several major employers still maintain remote-first hiring models and continue offering high-paying, work-from-home opportunities across tech, healthcare, fintech and education.
According to FlexJobs, these 20 employers consistently hire for fully remote, six-figure positions, making them prime targets for job seekers planning their 2026 career move:
Affirm
Allstate
Amgen
Amplify Education
Atlassian
BELAY
CrowdStrike
Dropbox
HubSpot
Humana
Kraken
Pearson
Ryder
Spotify
StackAdapt
Stride, Inc.
Twilio
Vista
These companies span industries—SaaS, biotech, financial services, cybersecurity, logistics and more—prove that remote six-figure work remains widely available for specialized talent.
FlexJobs shared recent listings that highlight the range and earning power of today’s remote roles. Reddit is hiring a Senior Analytics Engineer with pay up to $267,100, while Spotify’s Android Engineer role reaches $215,249. Other opportunities include a People Strategy Lead at Amplify Education ($160,000–$180,000), Account Manager at Atlassian (up to $175,075), and Strategic Advisory Senior Consultant at CrowdStrike (up to $160,000). Even roles outside software—such as Amgen’s Global Safety Manager or Stride’s Solution Architect—offer compensation packages climbing past the $140,000 mark.
Landing one of these roles requires more than matching job titles—it demands strategy. Start by studying each company’s careers page, values, culture and hiring philosophy, then reflect those themes in your resume and application. Tailoring your narrative to align with their mission not only boosts relevance but also signals cultural fit, which remote-first companies weigh heavily.
Referrals remain one of the strongest predictors of remote hiring success. Finding a contact inside your target company—especially someone within the same department—significantly increases your odds of reaching the interview stage. LinkedIn Premium can help identify decision-makers and potential advocates. Even if you meet only 70% of the role requirements, apply anyway. A results-driven resume can bridge the remaining 30% by showcasing measurable achievements, clear impact and relevant technical or leadership examples.
Recruiters for six-figure remote roles prioritize evidence of results. Strengthen your resume by quantifying business impact: products shipped within a defined timeline, adoption or usage rates, customer satisfaction metrics, revenue growth, cost reductions or delivery of strategic milestones. Proof of execution is often more valuable than meeting every technical requirement, particularly in fast-paced industries like SaaS and fintech.
In 2026, a high-paying remote career increasingly depends on applied AI skills—the ability to use AI tools to solve real business problems. Whether you work in marketing, engineering, finance, operations or customer experience, integrating AI into your workflow signals that you’re aligned with where top employers are heading. Candidates who pair strong functional expertise with AI fluency will stand out across all 20 companies on the hiring list.
Despite high-profile RTO mandates, the market for high-paying remote jobs is thriving among companies that prioritize flexibility, innovation and global talent. For professionals willing to upskill, network strategically and highlight measurable impact, 2026 offers one of the strongest pipelines yet for securing a six-figure remote career.
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