Team Composition Analysis
Team Composition Analysis is an code AI skill with a core value of |. It
helps developers solve real-world problems in the code domain, boosting
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Quick Facts
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Skill Content
# Team Composition Analysis
Design optimal team structures, hiring plans, compensation strategies, and equity allocation for early-stage startups from pre-seed through Series A.
Use this skill when
- Working on team composition analysis tasks or workflows
- Needing guidance, best practices, or checklists for team composition analysis
Do not use this skill when
- The task is unrelated to team composition analysis
- You need a different domain or tool outside this scope
Instructions
- Clarify goals, constraints, and required inputs.
- Apply relevant best practices and validate outcomes.
- Provide actionable steps and verification.
- If detailed examples are required, open `resources/implementation-playbook.md`.
Overview
Build the right team at the right time with appropriate compensation and equity. Plan role-by-role hiring aligned with revenue milestones, budget constraints, and market benchmarks.
Team Structure by Stage
Pre-Seed (0-$500K ARR)
**Team Size: 2-5 people**
**Core Roles:**
- Founders (2-3): Product, engineering, business
- First engineer (if needed)
- Contract roles: Design, marketing
**Focus:** Build and validate product-market fit
Seed ($500K-$2M ARR)
**Team Size: 5-15 people**
**Key Hires:**
- Engineering lead + 2-3 engineers
- First sales/business development
- Product manager
- Marketing/growth lead
**Focus:** Scale product and prove repeatable sales
Series A ($2M-$10M ARR)
**Team Size: 15-50 people**
**Department Build-Out:**
- Engineering (40%): 6-20 people
- Sales & Marketing (30%): 5-15 people
- Customer Success (10%): 2-5 people
- G&A (10%): 2-5 people
- Product (10%): 2-5 people
**Focus:** Scale revenue and build repeatable processes
Role-by-Role Planning
Engineering Team
**Pre-Seed:**
- Founders write code
- 0-1 contract developers
**Seed:**
- Engineering Lead (first $150K-$180K)
- 2-3 Full-Stack Engineers ($120K-$150K)
- 1 Frontend or Backend Specialist ($130K-$160K)
**Series A:**
- VP Engineering ($180K-$250K + equity)
- 2-3 Senior Engineers ($150K-$180K)
- 3-5 Mid-Level Engineers ($120K-$150K)
- 1-2 Junior Engineers ($90K-$120K)
- 1 DevOps/Infrastructure ($140K-$170K)
Sales & Marketing
**Pre-Seed:**
- Founders do sales
- Contract marketing help
**Seed:**
- First Sales Hire / Head of Sales ($120K-$150K + commission)
- Marketing/Growth Lead ($100K-$140K)
- SDR or BDR (if B2B) ($50K-$70K + commission)
**Series A:**
- VP Sales ($150K-$200K + commission + equity)
- 3-5 Account Executives ($80K-$120K + commission)
- 2-3 SDRs/BDRs ($50K-$70K + commission)
- Marketing Manager ($90K-$130K)
- Content/Demand Gen ($70K-$100K)
Product Team
**Pre-Seed:**
- Founder as product lead
**Seed:**
- First Product Manager ($120K-$150K)
- Contract designer
**Series A:**
- Head of Product ($150K-$180K)
- 1-2 Product Managers ($120K-$150K)
- Product Designer ($100K-$140K)
- UX Researcher (optional) ($90K-$130K)
Customer Success
**Pre-Seed:**
- Founders handle support
**Seed:**
- First CS hire (optional) ($60K-$90K)
**Series A:**
- CS Manager ($100K-$130K)
- 2-4 CS Representatives ($60K-$90K)
- Support Engineer (technical) ($80K-$120K)
G&A (General & Administrative)
**Pre-Seed:**
- Contractors (accounting, legal)
**Seed:**
- Operations/Office Manager ($70K-$100K)
- Contract CFO
**Series A:**
- CFO or Finance Lead ($150K-$200K)
- Recruiter ($80K-$120K)
- Office Manager / EA ($60K-$90K)
Compensation Strategy
Base Salary Benchmarks (US, 2024)
**Engineering:**
- Junior: $90K-$120K
- Mid-Level: $120K-$150K
- Senior: $150K-$180K
- Staff/Principal: $180K-$220K
- Engineering Manager: $160K-$200K
- VP Engineering: $180K-$250K
**Sales:**
- SDR/BDR: $50K-$70K base + $50K-$70K commission
- Account Executive: $80K-$120K base + $80K-$120K commission
- Sales Manager: $120K-$160K base + $80K-$120K commission
- VP Sales: $150K-$200K base + $150K-$200K commission
**Product:**
- Product Manager: $120K-$150K
- Senior PM: $150K-$180K
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🎯 Best For
- Claude users
- Software engineers
- Development teams
- Tech leads
💡 Use Cases
- Code quality improvement
- Best practice enforcement
📖 How to Use This Skill
- 1
Install the Skill
Copy the install command from the Terminal tab and run it. The SKILL.md file downloads to your local skills directory.
- 2
Load into Your AI Assistant
Open Claude and reference the skill. Paste the SKILL.md content or use the system prompt tab.
- 3
Apply Team Composition Analysis to Your Work
Open your project in the AI assistant and ask it to apply the skill. Start with a small module to verify the output quality.
- 4
Review and Refine
Review AI suggestions before committing. Run tests, check for regressions, and iterate on the skill output.
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
Is Team Composition Analysis compatible with Cursor and VS Code?
Yes — this skill works with any AI coding assistant including Cursor, VS Code with Copilot, and JetBrains IDEs.
Do I need specific dependencies for Team Composition Analysis?
Check the install command and Works With section. Most code skills only require the AI assistant and your codebase.
How do I install Team Composition Analysis?
Copy the install command from the Terminal tab and run it. The skill downloads to ./skills/team-composition-analysis/SKILL.md, ready to use.
Can I customize this skill for my team?
Absolutely. Edit the SKILL.md file to add team-specific instructions, examples, or workflows.
⚠️ Common Mistakes to Avoid
Skipping validation
Always test AI-generated code changes, even for simple refactors.
Missing dependency updates
Check if the skill requires updated dependencies or new packages.