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Artificial Intelligence

IC5 - Expert

The median salary range for Artificial Intelligence (IC5) roles disclosed in public job postings is $190k - $252k as of Aug 2026, based on 3,328 job postings from 369 companies.

Salary Range

Low

$190,000

14%

Mid

$221,019

14%

High

$252,038

Level Comparison

Level	Sample Size		Low	Mid	High
IC1 Entry 0-1 YOE Contributes to smaller projects under detailed guidance.	Very Large 198 Data Points		$102,550	$119,275	$136,000
IC2 Developing 2-4 YOE Contributes to projects under general guidance. Skills are relatively developed with room for growth.	Very Large 515 Data Points		$143,400	$171,200	$199,000
IC3 Proficient 5-7 YOE Owns specific projects and requires minimal guidance. Skills are fully developed.	Very Large 708 Data Points		$148,575	$176,788	$205,000
IC4 Advanced 8-11 YOE Owns complex projects and drives their direction. Displays in-depth and broad skills and expertise.	Very Large 1,193 Data Points		$161,000	$190,500	$220,000
IC5 Expert 12+ YOE A very experienced team member who leads large, high-priority projects that impact company-level goals.	Very Large 512 Data Points		$190,000	$221,019	$252,038
IC6 Advisory An authority in their field who defines and drives initiatives with long-term strategic impact.	Very Large 548 Data Points		$200,000	$234,950	$269,900
M3 Manager Directly supervises a team of individual contributors and is accountable for their results.	Very Large 221 Data Points		$184,000	$217,000	$250,000
M4 Sr. Manager Experienced people manager responsible for setting objectives, observing budgets, and tracking results.	Very Large 167 Data Points		$207,700	$243,600	$279,500
M5 Director Oversees managers or leads their own department. Responsible for vision, strategy, hiring, and results.	Very Large 160 Data Points		$212,000	$251,900	$291,800
M6 Sr. Director Manages senior leaders in various groups. Responsible for a business function.	Medium 49 Data Points		$229,500	$278,250	$327,000