Remote work has opened up opportunities that were once limited to people living in big cities. Today, many South African and international companies hire people who can work from home, whether full-time remote or hybrid. Common remote roles include software development, IT support, data analysis, digital marketing, content writing, customer service, sales and virtual assistance. Some global employers hire South Africans because of our time zone and strong English skills, but check whether the role is open to applicants in South Africa before you apply. To succeed remotely, you need reliable internet, a backup plan for load shedding and the discipline to manage your own time. Tip: mention your home office setup and any remote work experience in your CV, as employers want to know you can deliver without supervision. Below are the latest remote vacancies on Hired&Hire.
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Account Executive
Elastic The Search AI CompanyRemote, South Africa -
Test Analyst (Bellville)
Momentum Group Helping people and businesses achieve their financial goalsBellville, Western Cape, South Africa -
Senior Platform Engineer
Momentum Group Helping people and businesses achieve their financial goalsCenturion, Gauteng, South Africa -
Named Account Executive Enterprise (Cape Town)
Salesforce The #1 AI CRMRemote, South Africa (Remote) -
Disaster Response Coordinator (Global Crisis Management)
Airbnb Help Airbnb's community through disasters and emergencies worldwRemote – South Africa (Remote) -
Product Marketing Lead
Canonical Own the story behind Ubuntu-powered enterprise productsRemote – EMEA (open to South Africa-based candidates) (Remote) -
Graduate Software Engineer – Open Source and Linux (Ubuntu)
Canonical Start your engineering career on the open-source stackRemote – Worldwide (EMEA teams available to South Africa-based graduates) (Remote) -
Penetration Tester (Remote)
Cognisys UKSouth Africa
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FAQs
How do I find remote jobs in South Africa?
Browse the remote listings on this page or search for “remote” using the Quick Search on the Hired&Hire homepage. New remote jobs are added every week.
Can South Africans work remotely for international companies?
Yes, many international companies hire South Africans remotely. Always read the advert carefully to confirm the role is open to applicants based in South Africa.
What do I need to work from home?
Most remote jobs need a reliable laptop, stable internet, a quiet workspace and a plan for power cuts, such as a UPS or inverter.
