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#RI-6a23c1d3·6 months ago·
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Navigating underpaid lead dev role in a funded startup

I'm handling architecture and underpaid with 1.5 YOE in a funded startup

What I wish I knew
"I should have pushed for official lead dev role and salary adjustment sooner"
If I could tell you one thing
"Negotiate salary and responsibilities before taking on lead dev role, and consider pushing for stock options in a funded startup"
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Clear regret.
The downsides outweighed what was gained.
SettledMixedSevere

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