With 2025 building up a head of steam, there’s never been a better time to look around and take stock. You might be thinking it’s high-time for a career change – and you’ve got your sights set on a role that offers flexibility and freedom in equal measure.
Don’t let the headlines deter you – while companies are planning to crack down on remote work this year, rumors of its demise are greatly exaggerated, with several big players still committed to remote work as January draws to a close.
One of them is Apple. For wantaway individuals seeking a fresh start, it’s one of the hottest tickets in town – and with good reason. Employees are well-compensated, can access flexible medical care, and get their hands on the latest tech at a fraction of the price.
There are dozens of remote-friendly roles listed on the Apple careers page – we’ve highlighted some of our favorites below.
Remote Jobs at Apple for January 2025
With Trump back in the White House for a second term, the tech sector looks poised for a dramatic and exciting year. Keen to ingratiate himself with the returning President, Apple boss Tim Cook donated $1 million to his inauguration earlier this month. In return, he will hope for a favorable regulatory environment and a reprieve from the antitrust investigations that plagued big tech players during the Biden Administration.
At the time of writing, Apple has 94 “Home Office” positions advertised on its careers page. You’ll find a list of our top picks below, as well as links to the job ads in question. Please note – I’ve also included the location of where these roles are based, some of which may require a degree of time spent in the office. For that reason, the below roles are based exclusively in the US, but Apple also has remote roles based around the world listed on its website.
- PC Board Designer (Austin, TX, remote)
- Enterprise Systems Engineer (New York City, NY, remote)
- ISE, System Experience – Software Engineer, macOS System Experience (Cupertino, CA, remote)
- People Business Partner Leader (Boston, MA, remote)
- US Channel Sales Manager (Chicago, IL, remote)
- Swift Standard Library Engineer (Boulder, CO, remote)
- AIML – Research Scientist/Engineer (Santa Clara, CA, remote)
- Industry Development Executive, Retail (San Francisco, CA, remote)
- Enterprise US Field Engineering Direct Leader – United States (Manor, TX, remote)
And that’s barely scratching the surface. Take a look at the Apple careers hub for a full list of remote roles.
What Is Working at Apple Like?
Some brands need no introduction and Apple is firmly in that category. Since the Apple I hit the market back in 1976, the company has been right at the cutting-edge of tech. 49 years and over 2 billion iPhones later, and it’s still one of the most sought-after destinations for prospective employees going.
This is borne out by the numbers. Right now, Apple has a very good 4.1/5 on Glassdoor based on more than 40,000 reviews. 80% of employees would recommend the company to a friend, and a further 88% approve of CEO Tim Cook. The tech giant has featured in every Glassdoor “Best Places to Work” list since 2009 (apart from 2023). But why exactly is Apple so popular with its employees?
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For a start, it offers great benefits. Workers get access to flexible medical plans that cover both and mental wellbeing, including access to medical professionals and free counselling at any time, from any place. If you do go into the office, you can make use of on-site well ness and fitness centers, with access to doctors, nurses, dieticians, acupuncturists, and more.
What’s more, your professional and personal development is high on the agenda. You’ll have the option to undertake Apple University classes and seminars, as well as get tools to upskill yourself at home, completely free. If you’re keen to pursue something a bit more formal, Apple offers course reimbursements of up to $5,250 per employee.
As mentioned, you’ll be handsomely rewarded for your troubles. Apple is a market leader when it comes to renumeration, with the average salary ranging from $44,000 for a Department Supervisor to $225,919 for a Director, as per figures available on Indeed. Honestly: it’s no surprise that Apple made our list of the best tech companies to work for in 2025.
Which Other Top Companies Are Hiring For Fully Remote Roles?
Not convinced? Luckily for you, some other big players are currently advertising remote roles on their websites. Among them, Microsoft, which has long been a champion of remote work and, as of January 2025, the company has a jaw-dropping 473 remote-eligible roles on its careers page. With plenty to recommend it, you could do a lot worse than applying for a job at Microsoft.
If your interests lie elsewhere, you might be tempted by the 56 remote roles that Google currently lists on its website. Another of the biggest players in the tech space, Google has a raft of excellent benefits, including free gym memberships, a generous vacation package, and great compensation.
The truth is that there are a lot of options out there. So if you’re looking for a way to combat the January blues, why not pour yourself a strong cup of coffee, put the heating on, and check out our guide to fully-remote jobs you can apply for this January.
