Most tech companies structure equity compensation on a 4-year vesting schedule with a 1-year cliff. If you leave before the cliff, you get 0% of your stock. After 1 year, 25% unlocks. Then the remaining 75% releases gradually each month over the next 3 years. Understanding this timeline is critical before accepting any offer with equity.
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