How to Answer the "What Are Your Salary Expectations?" Question as a Blockchain Developer
How do you answer the “what are your salary expectations?” question for a blockchain developer gig when the numbers are all over the place?
Honestly, this one always trips me up. I’ve been a blockchain dev for three years now, and every time I get to the money talk, I feel like I’m throwing darts in the dark. Some places offer crazy high comp, others lowball, and then there’s the whole tokens vs. cash vs. equity thing.
For anyone who’s been there, how do you figure out what’s fair? Do you just say a number and hope for the best, or is there a smarter way to play it?
How do you even research what a “normal” blockchain developer salary is these days? Feels like it changes every few months.
When a company brings up tokens or equity, do you count that as real comp, or treat it as a bonus?
Ever had a recruiter actually break down the full package for you, or do you have to dig for details?
Do you adjust your ask if it’s a remote gig or a super-early-stage project?
And, real talk—how do you avoid either pricing yourself out or lowballing yourself?
Would love to hear how others here handle this. Any war stories or tips welcome. Thanks!