Linear

What is Linear?

Linear is a modern issue tracking and project management tool built for speed and simplicity. Founded in 2019 by Karri Saarinen and Tuomas Artman (former designers and engineers at Airbnb and Uber), Linear has quickly become the tool of choice for fast-moving software teams. The platform is designed to feel instant — every interaction is optimized for keyboard shortcuts, smooth animations, and sub-100ms response times.

Linear has raised $134 million in funding and is used by thousands of companies including Vercel, Ramp, Cash App, and Retool. The company is known for its obsessive attention to craft and design quality.

Where will I work?

Linear is remote-first with no physical headquarters that employees are required to work from. The team of approximately 180 people is distributed globally, with a concentration in the US and Europe. While the company has a San Francisco mailing address, there is no mandatory office attendance. You work from wherever you are most productive.

What is the Linear team like?

Linear has a small, senior team that values craft and quality above all else. The company hires experienced professionals who can operate independently and take full ownership of their work. The culture is opinionated about building great software — speed, design, and user experience are at the core of every decision. Communication is async-first with a strong emphasis on written documentation.

Work-Life Balance

Linear offers flexible working hours with no expectation of being online at specific times. The async-first culture means meetings are kept to a minimum and deep work is prioritized. The company trusts people to manage their own schedules and focuses on output rather than presence.

Perks and Benefits

• Comprehensive health coverage
• Competitive equity (stock options)
• Remote-first with no location restrictions
• Home office budget
• Learning and development stipend
• Flexible working hours
• Async-first communication