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Open Source Jobs in New York (NOW HIRING)

Head of Product

New York, NY · Remote

$238K - $249K/yr

About Sentient The Sentient Foundation is building the open-source future of intelligence: AI aligned with humanity and never controlled by a single entity. We're a neutral, transparent steward of ...

Chaincode has leading open-source developers and researchers, and offers a supportive, collaborative, and intellectually engaging environment for curious and motivated individuals. The successful ...

Beyond our own environment, we also recognize the value of open source software, leveraging it in our daily work and releasing over a million lines of our own code as open source. We're also always ...

Chaincode has leading open-source developers and researchers, and offers a supportive, collaborative, and intellectually engaging environment for curious and motivated individuals. The successful ...

Our 3D computer vision team develops algorithms and open source applications for photogrammetry: reconstructing 3D models of objects from images and video. Current 3D projects have an emphasis on ...

Beyond our own environment, we also recognize the value of open source software, leveraging it in our daily work and releasing over a million lines of our own code as open source. We're also always ...

Big Data Engineer

New York, NY · On-site

$61 - $80.75/hr

Primary Skills: 1. Very strong server-side Java experience, especially in an open source, data-intensive, distributed environments. 2. Should have worked on open source products and contribution ...

Product Marketing Manager

New York, NY · On-site

$80K - $120K/yr

As the creators of the state-of-the-art YOLO models and maintainers of our open-source stack on GitHub, we empower millions of developers, researchers, and companies worldwide to build production ...

Utilize open source (e.g. GDAL) and internally developed software tools to preprocess, align, crop, resample, and otherwise prepare data for use. We prefer open source tools over proprietary software ...

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How much do open source jobs pay per year?

As of Aug 23, 2026, the average yearly pay for open source in New York is $113,912.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $65,596.00 and $156,884.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is an open source?

An Open Source job typically involves contributing to, maintaining, or managing open-source projects. Professionals in this field may work on coding, documentation, community engagement, or software security for open-source software. These roles can be found in tech companies, nonprofits, or as independent contributors. Many open-source jobs require strong collaboration skills and experience with platforms like GitHub or GitLab.

What does a typical workday look like for someone in an open source role?

In an open source role, your day often includes reviewing and contributing code, participating in online discussions, and collaborating with contributors around the world through platforms like GitHub or GitLab. Tasks can range from fixing bugs, implementing new features, reviewing pull requests, to updating documentation. You’ll regularly interact with both internal teams and external contributors, helping maintain the health and progress of open source projects. The work environment is usually highly collaborative and flexible, offering the chance to learn from a diverse, global community while building your technical portfolio.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in the open source position, and why are they important?

To excel in open source roles, you need strong programming abilities, proficiency in version control systems (like Git), and a thorough understanding of software development workflows. Familiarity with collaboration platforms such as GitHub or GitLab, and experience with common open source licenses, are often required. Excellent written communication, self-motivation, and adaptability help you succeed in a collaborative, globally distributed community. These skills ensure effective contribution, seamless teamwork, and successful project outcomes in the open source ecosystem.

What are the most commonly searched types of Open Source jobs in New York?

The most popular types of Open Source jobs in New York are:

Infographic showing various Open Source job openings in New York as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 77% Full Time, 19% Part Time, and 3% Contract. Highlights an 93% Physical, 2% Hybrid, and 5% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $113,912 per year, or $54.8 per hour.

AGY 1P/3P Community Support

Virtusa Corporation

New York, NY • On-site

$17.50 - $23.50/hr

Contractor

Posted 12 days ago


Job description

Experience with AI/ML APIs (LLMs, embeddings, generative AI). Proficiency in Agentic AI: Hands-on experience working with AI-assisted coding platforms (e.g., Antigravity, Windsurf, or Cursor). Familiarity with GitHub workflows (issue tracking, pull requests, branching, CI/CD). Strong foundation in full-stack development including languages like Python and JavaScript/TypeScript Hands on experience with Visual Studio Code Hands-on debugging and problem resolution skills. Understanding of Gemini API (or similar LLM APIs), including authentication, rate limits, and advanced features. Experience in open-source contribution or community technical support. Strong written communication skills for clear, concise, and empathetic responses. Preferred Qualifications Background in developer relations or community engagement. Familiarity with tools like Postman, cURL, or API monitoring platforms. Prior contributions to open-source projects

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About Virtusa

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We are builders, makers, and doers with the technical skills and domain expertise to transform your business at scale and speed without disruption. Our unique Engineering First approach blends deep industry expertise and empowered, agile teams, to create holistic solutions that seamlessly move the business forward. We help clients engage with new technology paradigms to creatively build solutions that drive them to the forefront of their industries.

Industry

It services

Company size

10,000+ Employees

Headquarters location

Westborough, MA, US

Year founded

1996

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