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LOL. Lead developer @55k? Are you sure you aren't posting from Barcelona? How are you going to even attract anyone with seniority at those rates?

I agree that most of the "Lead Developer" roles are in 60-75 bracket. Up to 0.5% equity (as opposed to share options) might be a deal-breaker...

Another aspect is a "do good" mission and willingness to kick-ass.