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Linear is a purpose-built product development platform serving software teams at companies like OpenAI, Ramp, Vercel, and Coinbase. The tool unifies issue tracking, sprint planning, project management, and product roadmaps inside a single fast, keyboard-first interface designed for modern engineering workflows.
Founded by veterans from Airbnb, Coinbase, and Uber, Linear obsesses over speed, refined user experience, and opinionated workflows over endless configuration. Its instant interface, command-driven design, deep integrations, and recently launched Linear Agent reflect a relentless commitment to craft, performance, and reducing developer friction.
In an industry long dominated by sluggish, configuration-heavy incumbents like Jira, Linear has redefined expectations for enterprise software. Now used by 25,000+ companies including the majority of leading AI labs, it demonstrates that quality, speed, and thoughtful design can win in a crowded category.
WHY IT STANDS OUT
Adopted by more than 25,000 companies including OpenAI, Ramp, Coinbase, and Vercel, with 45% of Y Combinator startups now building on Linear.
Pioneered a design-led, performance-first approach to project management that has reshaped industry expectations and pulled major teams away from legacy tools like Jira.
Raised $134M across four rounds, achieved profitability while staying lean, and recently launched Linear Agent to bring AI-native workflows into product development teams.
Recognized for
Developer Tools & Productivity
Headquarters
San Francisco, CA, USA
CEO
Karri Saarinen
Founded
2019
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