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Shouldn't compensation be a required field for companies to submit? Even a range would be useful.

I always assume the range is $80k - $225k for companies that don't explicitly say. Compensation is typically dependent on experience, and if they're hiring for multiple roles, it's also role-dependent. If someone can provide more value to the company, s/he will always be able to negotiate for more even salary/equity.

> If someone can provide more value to the company, s/he will always be able to negotiate for more even salary/equity.

That goes without saying. Maybe have a requirement for a currency sign would be a compromise. If a company is hiring for multiple roles then they'd be covered.

I would rather know up front numbers to filter out the obvious ones that are not competitive even though practically all say they are.

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