I think it really depends on the kind of work you do. Part of the reason why remote working is great is economic - you have to prove you are a better programmer

I think it really depends on the kind of work you do. Part of the reason why remote working is great is economic - you have to prove you are a better programmer/designer/marketer/support person compared to anyone in the world with an internet connection. A big part of why a firm might choose a US/Western worker is communication style and understanding of cultural norms, though that is changing too.