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IC5 - Expert

The median salary range for Data Science (IC5) roles disclosed in public job postings is $180k - $230k as of Aug 2026, based on 1,389 job postings from 332 companies.

Salary Range

Low

$180,000

12%

Mid

$205,000

12%

High

$230,000

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 913 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 648 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 1,464 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 354 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 325 Data Points		$170,125	$204,238	$238,350
M3 Manager Directly supervises a team of individual contributors and is accountable for their results.	Very Large 347 Data Points		$144,715	$171,223	$197,730
M4 Sr. Manager Experienced people manager responsible for setting objectives, observing budgets, and tracking results.	Very Large 223 Data Points		$170,000	$196,760	$223,520
M5 Director Oversees managers or leads their own department. Responsible for vision, strategy, hiring, and results.	Very Large 274 Data Points		$197,000	$226,000	$255,000
M6 Sr. Director Manages senior leaders in various groups. Responsible for a business function.	Large 91 Data Points		$220,160	$264,580	$309,000