Hey, totally hear you. I went fully remote at the beginning of 2024 after 6 years in various office/hybrid roles, and honestly — it’s been a game changer for me. I was worried about isolation too, especially since I was always the “whiteboard brainstorm” guy. But I’ve found that regular stand-ups, async documentation, and occasional offsites keep me plugged in. The visibility part was tricky at first, but being proactive with updates and taking initiative in team threads helped a lot.
What helped me the most was switching my job search strategy. I used Remote Software Development Jobs (online jobs) to find companies that actually have remote-first cultures — not just remote-permitted ones. Huge difference. You want companies where async isn’t just allowed but encouraged, and where promotions aren’t tied to hallway conversations.
If you value deep work, fewer interruptions, and better life balance (I now have time to cook real meals and even picked up running), remote’s absolutely worth it. But yeah, takes effort to build structure and social interaction into your week.