March 2025 data
Modal startup salary data
As of March 2025, the median Modal salary at startups is $200k across 1 verified Hacker News “Who is Hiring” listings.
Based on 1 verified Modal listing from Hacker News “Who is Hiring”. Sample size is shown so you know how much weight to give the number.
Market Signal (September 2026)
Top Hirers: Portal Innovations leads hiring for Modal roles with 1 active posts.
🌍 Location & Remote Dynamics
Remote-Friendly: Modal is highly remote-friendly, with 100% of roles open to remote work.
💡 Tech Stack Context
Common Stack: 100% of Modal jobs also require Python, and 100% mention PostgreSQL.
💰 Compensation Analysis
The median base salary for Modal developers is $200,000, with top-tier roles (P75) reaching $200,000.
Modal jobs
| COMPANY | ROLE | SALARY | VIBE | STACK | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Portal Innovations | Fractional Engineer | $200,000 - $300,000 |
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