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Remote gigs at tiny startups that just raised >$1m

Remote gigs at tiny startups that just raised >$1m

Eight new remote roles: risk, engineering, game design & dev + more

October 21, 2025

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Ready to level up your career? This week, we're spotlighting some incredible remote opportunities in high-growth sectors like crypto, AR/VR, and gaming. These aren't just any jobs; they're senior-level roles with salaries that reflect the expertise required.

Whether you're a risk expert, a game designer, or a Unity engineer, there's something here that could be your next big move.

First, here’s a list of remote work companies (we keep this updated).

And from that list, we’re spotlighting the newest additions…

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Here are a few of our top picks (you can see all the roles here):

Head of Risk at True Markets

* Location: United States (Remote)

* Description: This is a critical role for someone with deep expertise in risk management within financial services, particularly with exposure to cryptocurrency markets. You'll be responsible for refining the company's risk management framework for digital asset trading, lending, and custody, ensuring the stability and security of the firm's operations. With over 10 years of experience required, this position is perfect for a seasoned professional looking to make a significant impact in the crypto space.

* Salary: $150,000 - $200,000/year

Senior Systems Game Designer at Storycraft

* Location: Remote

* Description: If you're passionate about the intersection of systems and storytelling, this role is for you. Storycraft is looking for a designer to create intuitive and expressive features that shape how players interact within their game. You'll be defining gameplay loops, reward structures, and core game systems for a company that's exploring the power of generative AI to empower players. This is a senior role for someone with a strong background in strategy, life sim, or sandbox games.

* Salary: Not listed

Unity Engineer at MeshMap

* Location: Remote

* Description: Dive into the world of AR/VR with MeshMap as a Unity Engineer. You'll be building developer tools, SDKs, and multiplayer AR/VR experiences. This role is key to implementing high-quality, scalable solutions for UGC (user-generated content) in the AR/VR space. If you have professional experience with Unity, custom UPM packages, and cross-platform multiplayer games, this is a fantastic opportunity to work on the cutting edge of immersive technology.

* Salary: Not listed

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The Remote Edge: Resume Tip - Your Executive Summary as a "Win-List"

Your resume has approximately six seconds to grab a recruiter's attention. Six. Seconds. That's why the traditional, verbose "Objective" or generic "Summary" section at the top of many resumes is a missed opportunity. It's prime real estate that should immediately scream, "Hire me!"

Instead of a paragraph of platitudes, transform your executive summary into a sharp, impactful "Win-List" of 3-4 bullet points. Each point should highlight a significant achievement directly relevant to the role you're applying for, backed by quantifiable metrics. This isn't just a summary; it's an immediate demonstration of your value.

1. Ditch the Fluff, Focus on the "So What?"

Recruiters don't want to know what you did; they want to know what you achieved. Every bullet point in your Win-List should answer the question: "So what was the impact of your work?"

Avoid: "Experienced project manager adept at leading teams." (Too generic, no impact)
Embrace: "Spearheaded cross-functional projects, delivering 3 key initiatives 15% ahead of schedule and under budget." (Clear action, tangible result)

2. Tailor Ruthlessly to the Job Description

This is not a one-size-fits-all section. Your Win-List must be customized for each role you apply for. Go back to that job description and identify their top 3-4 critical needs or challenges. Then, craft your bullet points to address those head-on.

Job Description needs: "Seeking a candidate who can grow our user base and improve engagement."
Your Win-List Point: "Executed a targeted growth strategy that increased active user engagement by 25% within 6 months, directly leading to a 10% uplift in recurring revenue."

3. Quantify Everything (The Magic of Metrics)

Numbers are universally understood and provide concrete proof of your capabilities. Whenever possible, add a metric to your achievement. This isn't just impressive; it tells a story of impact.

Before: "Improved customer satisfaction."
After: "Redesigned customer onboarding process, boosting first-month retention by 18% and increasing customer satisfaction scores by 12 points."
Before: "Managed social media campaigns."
After: "Developed and managed social media campaigns that expanded brand reach by 40% and generated 500+ qualified leads in Q4 2023."

Your Executive Summary "Win-List" is your resume's elevator pitch. It's the first thing a recruiter sees, and it should immediately convince them that you possess the skills, experience, and—most importantly—the proven impact they need. Make those crucial six seconds count!

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