Entry level is entry level in my mind. If someone did a pivot in his career at the age of 40 (was a teacher/mother/whatever before) they should get special care

Entry level is entry level in my mind. If someone did a pivot in his career at the age of 40 (was a teacher/mother/whatever before) they should get special care, but not special salary. Remember that a "senior software engineer" position isn't for seniors, it is just for those with a few years experience in the field. Age (and gender.. and nationality, religion, etc) shouldn't matter.