Work anywhere: Opportunities at OpenProject
At OpenProject, we believe that the best work happens when people are empowered to choose environments that suit them. Whether it’s a home office in the Brandenburg countryside, a co-working space in Madrid, or another suitable, quiet location, we empower our team to work where they’re most productive. However, we emphasize the importance of adhering to our collaboration guidelines and upholding our commitment to data privacy — making some spaces, like public cafés, not suitable for our work.
Work remotely – from anywhere
Our remote work policy is designed to be inclusive and flexible. Although our headquarters are in Germany, our team members are located across various federal states in Germany and in over 10 countries around the world. You can work from your home office, a co-working space, or wherever you find the best environment for focus and productivity. The key requirements are a secure, stable internet connection and a workspace conducive to concentration and effective and, above all, undisturbed communication during meetings.
However, certain roles may have time-zone considerations. For example, a Sales Manager for the EMEA market might find it challenging to work from San Francisco due to the significant time difference. We prioritize your health and well-being, so we aim to avoid situations where your work schedule could become detrimental.
For those outside Germany, we have a presence in Spain, France, the UK, and the USA, where we employ team members directly through our subsidiaries. We also collaborate with professionals in other countries via freelancing arrangements or Employer of Record (EOR) solutions, ensuring that location is never a barrier to joining our team.
Our core requirement: Privacy and security
At OpenProject, safeguarding the data of our clients, users, and ourselves is fundamental to our mission—it’s why we develop open source project management software. This commitment extends to your work environment. Whether you’re working from your home office, a co-working space, or elsewhere, your workspace must comply with our stringent data privacy standards. This means having a workspace where you can ensure confidentiality — no unauthorized ears listening in on conversations, and no prying eyes on your screen.
We also believe that a comfortable work environment is crucial for productivity. Whether it’s noise levels, ergonomic furniture, or the overall ambiance, your workspace should help you do your best work.
Building a remote culture based on trust
Remote work at OpenProject is built on trust—trust in each other and the systems we use to stay connected. We’ve developed a remote culture that emphasizes clear communication, mutual respect, and a shared commitment to our goals. Through regular team meetings, virtual coffee breaks, and our collaborative project management tool, we stay connected and aligned, no matter where we’re working from. We also value face-to-face interactions and organize off-sites and passion-times throughout the year to strengthen our relationships beyond the screen.
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If you’re interested in how we built a successful remote work culture at OpenProject, check out our detailed article on implementing remote work effectively. Discover more articles about OpenProject as an employer in our blog.
OpenProject employees on working remotely
We asked some OpenProject employees how they feel about working from their home office or another suitable work location:
“I am based in southern Germany. Working remotely is a big plus for me as I am very flexible: No time is lost commuting to work. I can work more hours, pick my daughter up from kindergarten in no time at all and enjoy my breaks in the comfort of my own home, so that I’m really refreshed afterwards.”
Corinna, International Marketing Manager
“Working from my home in Nairobi, Kenya, I find it easy to collaborate with my European colleagues due to our close time zones. Even with team members from further away, tools like OpenProject ensure seamless asynchronous communication, making remote work both flexible and efficient.”
Kabiru, Software Engineer
“Working remotely was a significant factor in my decision to join OpenProject. The flexibility it offers is invaluable, especially in balancing my work and personal life. For me, the key aspects of remote work are maintaining regular communication with the team and having the freedom to manage my own schedule. This setup allows me to stay productive while also being present for my family, which is incredibly important to me.”
Giuseppe, People & Organization Manager (HR)
Join us from anywhere
If you’re passionate about what we do and can accommodate working within European time zones, we want to hear from you. Whether you’re based in Germany, another EU country, or even further afield, we’re open to finding the right solution to bring you on board.
At OpenProject, your work environment is in your hands. We provide the tools and support you need to do your best work, wherever that may be. If this level of flexibility and freedom aligns with your career goals, we’d love to talk. Join us in shaping the future of project management, one remote team at a time.
