December 2025 data
Unix startup salary data
As of December 2025, the median Unix salary at startups is $150k across 1 verified Hacker News “Who is Hiring” listings.
Based on 1 verified Unix listing 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: Hudson River Trading leads hiring for Unix roles with 1 active posts.
🌍 Location & Remote Dynamics
💡 Tech Stack Context
Common Stack: 100% of Unix jobs also require Python, and 100% mention Linux.
💰 Compensation Analysis
The median base salary for Unix developers is $150,000, with top-tier roles (P75) reaching $150,000.
Unix jobs
| COMPANY | ROLE | SALARY | VIBE | STACK | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hudson River Trading | Experienced Software Engineer — Systems | USD 150,000 - USD 250,000 |
[E] stable
|