Is 0.15% equity normal at Series A?
For a senior engineer in London, 0.15% is within the normal band. Compare against salary: if cash is at market, equity can be mid-range; if cash is below market, push for 0.2%+.
Series A Engineer Compensation
Series A engineer packages balance closer-to-market salary with smaller equity than Seed. Senior engineers in London often see £90k–£120k plus 0.1–0.25% at a £25–40m valuation.
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Why Series A equity feels smaller
Higher valuation means each 0.1% is worth more in pounds but new grants shrink as a percentage. Companies also tighten cash burn — salary catches up while equity grants compress versus Seed.
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