Remote listings attract enormous applicant volume, which means two things: be precise about which ones you chase, and be specific about why you fit.
Read the location line carefully. "Remote (US)" is different from "Remote - must be within commuting distance of Dallas", which is a hybrid role wearing a costume. Ask in the first screening call how many days on-site the team actually works.
Check for remote maturity. Companies that were remote before 2020 usually have written documentation, asynchronous decision-making, and clear meeting norms. Ask how decisions get recorded. Vague answers are a signal.
In your application, show that you have done remote work well. Mention time zones you have covered, tools you have run, and a project you moved forward without being in a room.
Watch for scams. Real employers do not ask you to buy equipment, do not interview only over chat apps, and do not send checks before you start.
Finally, apply narrowly and well. Ten tailored applications beat a hundred generic ones, especially in a national pool.