2 Active Listings Updated February 2026
Optimization Salary Data
Real compensation packages for Optimization developers at high-growth startups. Based on direct data from Hacker News "Who is Hiring" threads.
Median Salary
$145,000
/yearBased on 2 verified postings
Market Range (P25 - P75)
$140,000-$150,000
Entry ($140,000)MedianTop ($150,000)
verified_listings
Founding Engineer
[F]CRUNCH
$150,000 - $150,000
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Commonly Paired With
## Market Signal (February 2026)
Top Hirers: Strum AI leads hiring for Optimization roles with 1 active posts, followed by Pepr AI.
### 🌍 Location & Remote Dynamics
### 💡 Tech Stack Context
Common Stack: 50% of Optimization jobs also require Llms, and 50% mention Deep Learning.
### 💰 Compensation Analysis
The median base salary for Optimization developers is $145,000, with top-tier roles (P75) reaching $150,000.
Top Hirers: Strum AI leads hiring for Optimization roles with 1 active posts, followed by Pepr AI.
### 🌍 Location & Remote Dynamics
### 💡 Tech Stack Context
Common Stack: 50% of Optimization jobs also require Llms, and 50% mention Deep Learning.
### 💰 Compensation Analysis
The median base salary for Optimization developers is $145,000, with top-tier roles (P75) reaching $150,000.