Hires in the previous 12 months by experience level at early-stage startups (Index 2019 = 100)
This chart shows trailing twelve-month hires by experience level at early-stage startups from Q4 2019 to Q4 2025. Hires for senior roles with 10+ years of experience remained elevated at 144 by Q4 2025, while entry-level hires with <= 1 year of experience dropped to 24.
| Label | Value shown on the chart |
|---|---|
| 10+ years (Q4 2025) | 144 |
| 5-10 years (Q4 2025) | 87 |
| 2-5 years (Q4 2025) | 65 |
| 1-2 years (Q4 2025) | 31 |
| <= 1 year (Q4 2025) | 24 |
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