I figure it'd be easier just to hire everyone at my startup with the same salary. Standard package, same as everyone else: $X/yr, Y options. Need a raise? Whole

I figure it'd be easier just to hire everyone at my startup with the same salary. Standard package, same as everyone else: $X/yr, Y options. Need a raise? Whole company gets a raise. Of course, the primary differences between earlier hires and later hires are 1) current company valuation affects the amount you pay for options and 2) vesting dates. I am not an expert in theses things, but from my perspective this looks fair.