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Remote Head of Development jobs are open across the U.S. in sectors like software, edtech, nonprofit, and professional services, at remote-first companies and distributed teams that need senior leaders to own product, engineering, or program development without an office. Employers hiring remotely right now include Xen.ai, IQVIA, and PROBIO. Scan the live roles below and apply to whichever ones fit.
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Hi, we're Oscar. We're hiring a Head of Network Recruiting to join our Provider Network team.
Oscar is the first health insurance company built around a full stack technology platform and a relentless focus on serving our members. We started Oscar in 2012 to create the kind of health insurance company we would want for ourselves—one that behaves like a doctor in the family.
About the role:
As the Head of Network Recruiting, you will lead strategic provider sourcing. This effort will expand and improve the payer network, specifically driving the recruitment of non-anchor providers, Essential Community Providers (ECPs), and Federally Qualified Health Centers (FQHCs). You will directly support network adequacy standards, improves patient access, and improve overall network performance. This team also manages incoming provider participation requests and collaborates with Network Contracting, Network Strategy, and Market Leadership to build a compliant network that enables profitable member growth.
You will report into the Senior Vice President, Network & Provider Management
Work Location: This position is fully remote and open to candidates residing in: Alabama, Arizona, Connecticut, Florida, Georgia, Illinois, Indiana, Massachusetts, Minnesota, Missouri, New Jersey, Ohio, Pennsylvania, Rhode Island, Tennessee, Texas or Virginia. Daily work is completed from your home office, with regular travel required for team meetings and company events. #LI-Remote
Travel requirement: up to 15%
Pay Transparency: The base pay for this role in the states of Connecticut and New Jersey is: $198,720 - $260,820 per year. The base pay for this role in all other locations is: $178,848 - 234,738 per year. You are also eligible for employee benefits, participation in Oscar's unlimited vacation program, company equity grants and annual performance bonuses.
Responsibilities:
- Architect and complete targeted network expansion strategies, leading end-to-end recruitment plans for non-anchor practitioners, medical groups, and ECPs/FQHCs to meet geographic growth and access goals.
- Monitor regional provider density and access metrics to prioritize and close any gaps to exceed state, federal (CMS) and product-level adequacy and accessibility standards.
- Partner with Network Contracting, Network Strategy, and Market Leadership to align provider recruitment targets with regulatory needs and broader commercial, ACA, or Medicare growth plans.
- Track and lead recruitment pipeline velocity and team productivity.
- Use network design analytics to monitor recruitment pipeline throughput, and address regulatory coverage gaps to improve the Provider Network.
- Build, mentor, and lead a high-performing team of network development professionals, sometimes including both employees and contractors, promoting a culture of accountability, operational thoughtfulness, and continuous improvement.
Requirements:
- Bachelor's degree in Healthcare Administration, Business Administration, Public Health, or a related field
- 12+ years of experience in healthcare industry
- 5+ years of progressive leadership experience in provider network development, network operations, or provider recruitment within a health plan, MSO, or health system.
- Experience engaging and contracting with community health centers, FQHCs, and independent provider groups.
- Demonstrated understanding of CMS and state-level network adequacy requirements and access-to-care standards.
- Experience managing multi-departmental workflows across contracting, legal, operations, and market leadership teams.
- Experience using network management platforms (e.g., Quest Analytics) and CRM tools to drive recruitment strategy.
Bonus points:
- Master's degree (Master of Health Administration, Master of Public Health, or Master of Business Administration)
Travel required?
- Yes up to 15%
This is an authentic Oscar Health job opportunity.
At Oscar, being an Equal Opportunity Employer means more than upholding discrimination-free hiring practices. It means that we cultivate an environment where people can be their most authentic selves and find both belonging and support. We're on a mission to change health care - an experience made whole by our unique backgrounds and perspectives.
Pay Transparency: Final offer amounts, within the base pay set forth above, are determined by factors including your relevant skills, education, and experience. Full-time employees are eligible for benefits including: medical, dental, and vision benefits, 11 paid holidays, paid sick time, paid parental leave, 401(k) plan participation, life and disability insurance, and paid wellness time and reimbursements.
Artificial Intelligence (AI): Our AI Guidelines outline the acceptable use of artificial intelligence for candidates and detail how we use AI to support our recruiting efforts.
Reasonable Accommodation: Oscar applicants are considered solely based on their qualifications, without regard to applicant's disability or need for accommodation. Any Oscar applicant who requires reasonable accommodations during the application process should contact the Oscar Benefits Team (accommodations@hioscar.com) to make the need for an accommodation known.
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What Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in remote head of development jobs.
- 7 or more years of progressive experience in development, real estate, or fundraising
- Demonstrated ability to manage and close large-scale deals, campaigns, or capital raises
- Experience leading and mentoring a development team of two or more people
- Proficiency with CRM or project management platforms used to track pipelines and donor relationships
- Bachelor's degree in business, urban planning, nonprofit management, or a related field
- Strong understanding of financial modeling, pro formas, or grant budgets depending on sector
Tips for Your Remote Head of Development Job Search
Apply early to remote roles that fit
Migrate Mate lists remote head of development openings from across the U.S. in one place so you can find roles that match your background and apply directly. Remote postings at senior levels fill fast, so applying in the first few days gives you a real advantage.
Show your async leadership record upfront
Remote employers want to see that you've led teams without in-person contact. Add a short section to your resume or cover letter that names the tools you used, like Notion, Slack, or Loom, and describes a development outcome you drove asynchronously across a distributed team.
Target remote-first organizations directly
Companies built around distributed teams hire remote head of developments far more consistently than hybrid or in-office firms experimenting with flexibility. Look for organizations whose job postings mention async culture, written documentation standards, or globally distributed staff, and prioritize those applications.
Prepare for a written take-home during interviews
Remote hiring processes for senior development roles frequently include a written strategy exercise or async video response instead of a live case interview. Practice articulating a development plan, team structure, or program proposal in writing so you can respond clearly without real-time back-and-forth.
Remote Head of Development Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
How do I get a remote head of development job?
Target remote-first companies and distributed organizations that already operate without a central office, since they're built to onboard senior leaders remotely. Remote employers screen hard for self-direction, clear async written communication, and the ability to align cross-functional teams without in-person presence. A portfolio of development outcomes, written case studies, and demonstrated experience leading remote or distributed teams gives you a concrete edge over candidates who only have in-office credentials.
Which companies hire remote head of developments?
Remote head of development roles are posted by Xen.ai, IQVIA, and PROBIO and others right now, based on current remote listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. These tend to be remote-first technology firms, distributed nonprofits, and growth-stage companies in software, edtech, and professional services that need senior development leadership across geographically spread teams.
Can you get a remote head of development job with no experience?
Yes, but remote entry-level head of development roles are harder to land because employers expect you to operate independently from day one with minimal oversight. Companies most open to early-career candidates in this role tend to be smaller remote-first startups or nonprofits with lean teams. Showing a concrete project you led end-to-end, strong async communication skills, and familiarity with remote collaboration tools can open the door when formal experience is limited.
Do you need a degree for remote head of development jobs?
Not always. Many remote employers care more about demonstrated results, a history of leading development functions, and the ability to communicate strategy clearly in writing than about formal credentials. A degree in a relevant field can help at larger organizations, but remote-first companies and nonprofits frequently hire based on a portfolio of outcomes, leadership experience, and the specific skills the role demands.
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