Remote OK
Leading Job Board for Remote Positions
Core Idea: Remote OK is a specialized job board focused exclusively on remote work opportunities, allowing location-independent professionals to find employment that doesn't require a fixed location.
Key Elements
Key Features
- Curated remote job listings across various industries
- Filter options by skill set, experience level, and time zone requirements
- Salary transparency (when available)
- Company profiles and reviews
- Email alerts for new positions matching criteria
- Trend analysis of remote work market
Technical Specifications
- Built by Peter Levels using his standard tech stack (HTML, JS/jQuery, PHP, SQLite)
- API available for job aggregators
- Mobile-responsive design
Development History
- Launched in 2015 as an evolution of "Nomad Jobs"
- Originally a spin-off service from Nomad List
- Grew to become one of the most visited remote job boards globally
- Described by Levels as "the #1 job board for remote jobs in the world"
Business Model
- Free job browsing for candidates
- Paid job postings for employers
- Featured listing upgrades
- Provides sustainable revenue while serving the Digital Nomad Movement
Impact
- Helped normalize remote work before the COVID-19 pandemic
- Created visibility for companies embracing distributed teams
- Provided economic opportunities for workers in regions with limited local options
- Contributed to the growth of location-independent careers
Additional Connections
- Broader Context: Remote Work Economy (infrastructure supporting distributed workforces)
- Applications: Location Independence (practical resource for achieving financial freedom while traveling)
- See Also: We Work Remotely, Remote.co (similar remote job platforms)
References
- Remote OK website (https://remoteok.com/)
- Peter Levels' account of creating Remote OK (from bio)
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