Which remote skill is most in demand right now?

communication is the most in-demand remote skill — it appears in 2,058 of 5,439 listings we analysed (38%) as of Sep 5, 2026, per the Loker Dollar corpus. ai follows at 13%.

How much do USD-paying remote roles pay?

The median pay is about $15,208/month, computed from 400 sampled USD-paying roles as of Sep 5, 2026, per the Loker Dollar corpus.

How many roles are open to applicants in Indonesia?

3,123 of 5,476 active roles (57%) are worldwide-remote — open to applicants from Indonesia — as of Sep 5, 2026, per the Loker Dollar corpus.

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By the Numbers

The remote job market in numbers: 5,476 active roles — 2026-09-05

As of 2026-09-05, 5,476 active remote roles sit in the Loker Dollar corpus; the most in-demand skill is communication (38% of listings), median pay ~$15,208/mo.

Why it matters: These come straight from our own job corpus — a read on which skills pay now and how competitive the remote market is this week.

Indonesia angle: 2026Q3 context: 489 layoff events & 36 funding rounds tracked in Indonesia.

Active roles: 5,476

Top skill: communication · 38%

Median USD pay: $15,208/mo

Worldwide-remote: 57%

3,12357%
2,35343%

Most in-demand skills as of Sep 5, 2026 (source: Loker Dollar corpus)
Skill	Listings	Share
communication	2,058	38%
ai	708	13%
leadership	613	11%
sales	531	10%
project management	406	7%
data analysis	398	7%
strategic planning	377	7%
strategy	301	6%

Source: Loker Dollar internal corpus · as of Sep 5, 2026 · See the full reports →

AI and Tech

AI Dominates Remote Job Market

708 out of 5476 remote job listings require AI skills.

Why it matters: The demand for AI skills in remote jobs is significant, with 13% of listings requiring AI expertise. This indicates a growing need for professionals with AI knowledge in the tech industry.

Indonesia angle: In Indonesia, the use of AI is increasing, with OpenAI releasing GPT-6 Astra, a powerful AI model. This could lead to more job opportunities for Indonesians with AI skills.

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Remote Work

Remote Job Market Booms

3123 out of 5476 remote job listings are open to Indonesian applicants.

Why it matters: This represents 57% of remote job listings, indicating a significant opportunity for Indonesian professionals to work remotely. The median monthly pay for these roles is around $15,208.

Indonesia angle: In Indonesia, the number of layoff events has been increasing, with 489 events affecting 12,787 workers in Q3 2026. This could lead to more Indonesians seeking remote job opportunities.

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Tech and Business

Tech Investments on the Rise

Ajaib raises $270m in series C funding.

Why it matters: This significant investment indicates a growing interest in tech startups, particularly in Indonesia. It could lead to more job opportunities in the tech industry.

Indonesia angle: In Indonesia, the startup funding scene is active, with 36 tracked rounds in Q3 2026. This could lead to more job opportunities for tech professionals in the country.

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Frequently asked

Which remote skill is most in demand right now?: communication is the most in-demand remote skill — it appears in 2,058 of 5,439 listings we analysed (38%) as of Sep 5, 2026, per the Loker Dollar corpus. ai follows at 13%.
How much do USD-paying remote roles pay?: The median pay is about $15,208/month, computed from 400 sampled USD-paying roles as of Sep 5, 2026, per the Loker Dollar corpus.
How many roles are open to applicants in Indonesia?: 3,123 of 5,476 active roles (57%) are worldwide-remote — open to applicants from Indonesia — as of Sep 5, 2026, per the Loker Dollar corpus.