April 2026 data
Algorithms startup salary data
As of April 2026, the median Algorithms salary at startups is $126k across 2 verified Hacker News “Who is Hiring” listings.
Based on 2 verified Algorithms listings from Hacker News “Who is Hiring”. Sample size is shown so you know how much weight to give the number.
Market Signal (August 2026)
Top Hirers: Acrolinx leads hiring for Algorithms roles with 1 active posts, followed by Planlab.
🌍 Location & Remote Dynamics
Remote-Friendly: Algorithms is highly remote-friendly, with 50% of roles open to remote work.
💡 Tech Stack Context
Common Stack: 50% of Algorithms jobs also require Python, and 50% mention Http Apis.
💰 Compensation Analysis
The median base salary for Algorithms developers is $126,000, with top-tier roles (P75) reaching $127,000.
Algorithms jobs
| COMPANY | ROLE | SALARY | VIBE | STACK | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Acrolinx | Software Engineer (Python) (AI/LLM) | USD 125,000 - USD 150,000 |
[E] grind
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| Planlab | Forward Deployed Engineer (Customer Delivery Lead) and Platform Engineer | GBP 100,000 - GBP 160,000 ≈ $127k |
[F] grind
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