Remote is a company founded in 2019 by Job van der Voort and Marcelo Lebre that offers solutions to simplify the process of hiring and managing international employees. Its core mission is to help organizations build and pay global teams efficiently, addressing the complexities around compliance, payroll, and benefits when hiring remotely.
The company emerged from the founders’ direct experience with the challenges of managing fully remote, globally distributed teams during their time at GitLab and other startups. Remote’s platform provides businesses with tools to legally hire workers worldwide without needing local entities, making remote work seamless and scalable.
Remote operates with a distributed team across the world, underscoring its own commitment to the remote work ethos. The platform supports companies in managing employee contracts, tax compliance, payroll, and benefits regardless of geography.
In a world where remote work adoption has accelerated dramatically, Remote positions itself as a key facilitator for companies navigating the bureaucratic and legal hurdles of international employment. Its services reduce the administrative burden and risk associated with global hiring, enabling businesses to access talent without borders.
Led by CEO Job van der Voort and President Marcelo Lebre, who bring extensive experience from their prior leadership roles at GitLab and Unbabel, Remote is recognized for pioneering the future of work through technology and innovation. The company is headquartered in San Francisco, USA, reflecting its roots in the technology sector and innovation hubs.