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IC3 - Proficient
The median salary range for Artificial Intelligence (IC3) roles disclosed in public job postings is $150k - $210k as of Oct 2026, based on 6,273 job postings from 604 companies.
Salary Range
Low
$150,000
17%
Mid
$180,000
17%
High
$210,000
Level Comparison
| Level | Sample Size | Low | Mid | High | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
IC1 Entry 0-1 YOE Contributes to smaller projects under detailed guidance. | Very Large 278 Data Points | $110,000 | $128,000 | $146,000 | |
IC2 Developing 2-4 YOE Contributes to projects under general guidance. Skills are relatively developed with room for growth. | Very Large 659 Data Points | $140,000 | $166,550 | $193,100 | |
IC3 Proficient 5-7 YOE Owns specific projects and requires minimal guidance. Skills are fully developed. | Very Large 842 Data Points | $150,000 | $180,000 | $210,000 | |
IC4 Advanced 8-11 YOE Owns complex projects and drives their direction. Displays in-depth and broad skills and expertise. | Very Large 1,489 Data Points | $160,900 | $190,450 | $220,000 | |
IC5 Expert 12+ YOE A very experienced team member who leads large, high-priority projects that impact company-level goals. | Very Large 664 Data Points | $192,475 | $225,413 | $258,350 | |
IC6 Advisory An authority in their field who defines and drives initiatives with long-term strategic impact. | Very Large 712 Data Points | $198,300 | $232,150 | $266,000 | |
M3 Manager Directly supervises a team of individual contributors and is accountable for their results. | Very Large 280 Data Points | $184,050 | $217,025 | $250,000 | |
M4 Sr. Manager Experienced people manager responsible for setting objectives, observing budgets, and tracking results. | Very Large 201 Data Points | $209,000 | $243,750 | $278,500 | |
M5 Director Oversees managers or leads their own department. Responsible for vision, strategy, hiring, and results. | Very Large 210 Data Points | $220,000 | $253,500 | $287,000 | |
M6 Sr. Director Manages senior leaders in various groups. Responsible for a business function. | Large 68 Data Points | $246,560 | $288,905 | $331,250 |