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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 3,314 job postings from 369 companies.

Salary Range

Low

$190,000

14%

Mid

$221,019

14%

High

$252,038

Level Comparison

LevelSample SizeLowMidHigh
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

705 Data Points

$148,850

$176,925

$205,000

IC4

Advanced

8-11 YOE

Owns complex projects and drives their direction. Displays in-depth and broad skills and expertise.

Very Large

1,192 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

513 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

547 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

220 Data Points

$183,900

$216,950

$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

48 Data Points

$229,500

$278,250

$327,000