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Data Science

IC2 - Developing

The median salary range for Data Science (IC2) roles disclosed in public job postings is $113k - $149k as of Aug 2026, based on 5,136 job postings from 693 companies.

Salary Range

Low

$112,750

14%

Mid

$131,075

14%

High

$149,400

Level Comparison

Level	Sample Size		Low	Mid	High
IC1 Entry 0-1 YOE Contributes to smaller projects under detailed guidance.	Very Large 225 Data Points		$80,000	$90,000	$100,000
IC2 Developing 2-4 YOE Contributes to projects under general guidance. Skills are relatively developed with room for growth.	Very Large 917 Data Points		$112,750	$131,075	$149,400
IC3 Proficient 5-7 YOE Owns specific projects and requires minimal guidance. Skills are fully developed.	Very Large 657 Data Points		$135,000	$156,943	$178,886
IC4 Advanced 8-11 YOE Owns complex projects and drives their direction. Displays in-depth and broad skills and expertise.	Very Large 1,485 Data Points		$140,000	$162,500	$185,000
IC5 Expert 12+ YOE A very experienced team member who leads large, high-priority projects that impact company-level goals.	Very Large 357 Data Points		$180,000	$205,000	$230,000
IC6 Advisory An authority in their field who defines and drives initiatives with long-term strategic impact.	Very Large 332 Data Points		$170,000	$204,000	$238,000
M3 Manager Directly supervises a team of individual contributors and is accountable for their results.	Very Large 352 Data Points		$143,400	$169,200	$195,000
M4 Sr. Manager Experienced people manager responsible for setting objectives, observing budgets, and tracking results.	Very Large 225 Data Points		$170,000	$196,020	$222,040
M5 Director Oversees managers or leads their own department. Responsible for vision, strategy, hiring, and results.	Very Large 277 Data Points		$194,000	$223,500	$253,000
M6 Sr. Director Manages senior leaders in various groups. Responsible for a business function.	Large 91 Data Points		$220,160	$264,580	$309,000