October 2026 data
Linux startup salary data
As of October 2026, the median advertised pay for Linux startup roles is $140k across 30 Hacker News “Who is Hiring” listings.
Based on advertised pay in 30 Linux listings from Hacker News “Who is Hiring”. Sample size is shown so you know how much weight to give the number.
Market Signal (October 2026)
Top Hirers: b.well leads hiring for Linux roles with 2 active posts, followed by Thunder Compute.
🌍 Location & Remote Dynamics
Remote-Friendly: Linux is highly remote-friendly, with 57% of roles open to remote work. Onsite Premium: Onsite Linux roles offer a 13% higher median salary ($150,000) than remote alternatives.
💡 Tech Stack Context
Common Stack: 57% of Linux jobs also require Python, and 33% mention AWS.
💰 Compensation Analysis
Median advertised base pay for Linux roles is $140,000, with top-tier advertised ranges (P75) reaching $153,000.