stock options vesting is specifically designed for this, whoever brings value to the business should have them. job title is not important, value is what matter

stock options vesting is specifically designed for this, whoever brings value to the business should have them. job title is not important, value is what matters. a 1-5% equity (varies widely) for early stage startups (seed or angel) is common practice to negotiate commitment. if your company do not want to negotiate this and you provide value just get a second job as a consultant.