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Ask HN: How do I find startups hiring developers for low pay and equity?

3•Kathan2651•1h ago
I know about Work at a Startup, YC job, and Wellfound jobs, but they haven’t really worked for me so far.

I don’t mind if the pay is low as long as there is some equity involved, or even a mix of both. Are there any other job platforms or should I approach startup by myself ? I’m trying to find a role where I can use that experience while also learning more about the startup side.

If you are a startup, how would you respond to that?

I have 4+ years of experience working with React and Next.js, and also react native, node.js I’ve been doing contract work for quite a while, and I’m looking for something more involved before going back to regular corporate work.

Are there startups working in this kind of setup, or any specific places where people usually find these kinds of roles?

Comments

blaqq2•1h ago
If you're aiming for remote opportunities, you could try platforms like Upwork or Fiverr since low pay doesn't bother you!!

But if you're genuinely looking for startups only, I would say try X.

If I may ask, why would you go for lower pay to work with a startup?

berkaykolay7•56m ago
I guess company directory is still the best place to look for this type of job. If you email the new companies who just got the pre-seed, I'm sure you can get low salary/high equity job if the connection is there.

Just email them even they're not hiring at the moment.

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