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Live Cash & Equity Basis-Point Benchmarks by Stage
| EXECUTIVE / PRINCIPAL ROLE | 50TH PERCENTILE BASE | 75TH PERCENTILE BASE | 90TH PERCENTILE (TOP 1%) | EQUITY GRANT (BPS) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| SVP / VP of Engineering | $330,000 | $370,000 | $420,000 | 75 – 120 bps ($6M–$12M) |
| Principal AI Systems Architect | $310,000 | $350,000 | $395,000 | 45 – 85 bps ($3.5M–$8M) |
| Chief Revenue Officer (CRO) | $325,000 ($650K OTE) | $365,000 ($730K OTE) | $410,000 ($820K OTE) | 85 – 135 bps ($7M–$14M) |
| Chief Product Officer (CPO) | $315,000 | $350,000 | $390,000 | 65 – 105 bps ($5M–$10M) |
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