February 2025 data
Opensource startup salary data
As of February 2025, the median Opensource salary at startups is $200k across 1 verified Hacker News “Who is Hiring” listings.
Based on 1 verified Opensource 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: Ephemera leads hiring for Opensource roles with 1 active posts.
🌍 Location & Remote Dynamics
Remote-Friendly: Opensource is highly remote-friendly, with 100% of roles open to remote work.
💡 Tech Stack Context
Common Stack: 100% of Opensource jobs also require Golang, and 100% mention Rust.
💰 Compensation Analysis
The median base salary for Opensource developers is $200,000, with top-tier roles (P75) reaching $200,000.