On the assumption you're not insinuating something there... If the time zone was the same I'd be much more comfortable with it, but I'd still prefer someone wh

On the assumption you're not insinuating something there... If the time zone was the same I'd be much more comfortable with it, but I'd still prefer someone who could spend at least some time in the office (some problems are just easier too work out face to face). We have not optimized things for remote work, yet. Edit: I'd also argue it's probably not in his best interests to work remote. Remote is great if you have a family, other life commitments etc. At a young age I enjoyed being in the office around people, moving fast and making social connections while I worked. Losing that experience would likely have seriously disadvantaged me later in life.