Remote Engineering Salaries & Hiring — June 2026
Data through Jun 14, 2026 · updates hourly
The median salary for remote software engineer roles with disclosed compensation is $140k annually ($100k–$179k across the middle 50%), based on 358 active listings with employer-published ranges. 1,971 remote Engineering positions are live across 701+ companies as of June 2026.
Median salary by seniority
| Level | Median | Listings |
|---|---|---|
| junior | $70k | 27 |
| mid | $120k | 58 |
| senior | $150k | 136 |
| lead | $185k | 13 |
| staff | $169k | 13 |
| manager | $175k | 23 |
| executive | $140k | 7 |
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Figures reflect employer-disclosed salary ranges on 358 of 1,971 live remote Engineering listings. Each range is represented by its midpoint; medians and percentiles are computed from those midpoints. Data refreshes hourly.
Frequently asked questions
What is the average remote software engineer salary in 2026?▾
The median is $140k based on 358 active listings with employer-disclosed ranges on RemoteTide. The middle 50% of roles fall between $100k and $179k.
What is the salary range for remote software engineer jobs?▾
The 25th–75th percentile range for remote Engineering roles on RemoteTide is $100k to $179k. Only roles with employer-published ranges are included; undisclosed listings are excluded.
Which companies hire remote software engineers?▾
Nabu Casa, Universia México, mercor are among the 701+ companies currently hiring remote Engineering professionals on RemoteTide.
How many remote software engineer jobs are open right now?▾
1,971 remote Engineering positions are currently live on RemoteTide. The count updates hourly as new listings are ingested and expired ones are removed.
Do you need an account to apply?▾
No. Click Apply on any listing and you go straight to the company's application page. RemoteTide does not require an account, a paywall, or any sign-up to apply.
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