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M4 - Sr. Manager
The median salary range for Artificial Intelligence (M4) roles disclosed in public job postings is $209k - $279k as of Oct 2026, based on 897 job postings from 158 companies.
Salary Range
Low
$209,000
14%
Mid
$243,750
14%
High
$278,500
Level Comparison
| Level | Sample Size | Low | Mid | High | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
IC1 Entry 0-1 YOE Contributes to smaller projects under detailed guidance. | Very Large 282 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 663 Data Points | $140,000 | $166,250 | $192,500 | |
IC3 Proficient 5-7 YOE Owns specific projects and requires minimal guidance. Skills are fully developed. | Very Large 853 Data Points | $150,000 | $179,875 | $209,750 | |
IC4 Advanced 8-11 YOE Owns complex projects and drives their direction. Displays in-depth and broad skills and expertise. | Very Large 1,498 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 670 Data Points | $190,000 | $224,000 | $258,000 | |
IC6 Advisory An authority in their field who defines and drives initiatives with long-term strategic impact. | Very Large 716 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 206 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 69 Data Points | $246,560 | $288,905 | $331,250 |