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Data Science

IC4 - Advanced

The median salary range for Data Science (IC4) roles disclosed in public job postings is $140k - $185k as of Aug 2026, based on 8,779 job postings from 961 companies.

Salary Range

Low

$140,000

14%

Mid

$162,500

14%

High

$185,000

Level Comparison

LevelSample SizeLowMidHigh
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

925 Data Points

$114,000

$131,783

$149,566

IC3

Proficient

5-7 YOE

Owns specific projects and requires minimal guidance. Skills are fully developed.

Very Large

659 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

1,494 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

360 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

335 Data Points

$170,000

$203,500

$237,000

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

227 Data Points

$170,700

$197,110

$223,520

M5

Director

Oversees managers or leads their own department. Responsible for vision, strategy, hiring, and results.

Very Large

278 Data Points

$196,000

$224,816

$253,631

M6

Sr. Director

Manages senior leaders in various groups. Responsible for a business function.

Large

91 Data Points

$220,160

$264,580

$309,000