Comment by chollida1

Sure, if you work at many hedge fund you'll make similar money, and likely more if you are good at the job and the fund has success.

One other nice thing is that instead of restricted stock you get actual money.

And generally the money will be locked up for less time than the 4 year vesting that these companies often follow.

And on top of that you can usually invest your money fee free in your own fund to help juice your returns.

The downside is that there is almost certainly going to be more stress on you and probably no where to hide if you want to just rest and vest.

Your team and company will likely be pretty small and everyone will be very aware of what everyone's contribution to the company's success.