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Data Science

M4 - Sr. Manager

The median salary range for Data Science (M4) roles disclosed in public job postings is $170k - $224k as of Jul 2026, based on 740 job postings from 191 companies.

Salary Range

Low

$170,000

14%

Mid

$196,760

14%

High

$223,520

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

907 Data Points

$115,000

$132,200

$149,400

IC3

Proficient

5-7 YOE

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

Very Large

645 Data Points

$135,000

$157,185

$179,370

IC4

Advanced

8-11 YOE

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

Very Large

1,459 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

352 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

$170,813

$204,756

$238,700

M3

Manager

Directly supervises a team of individual contributors and is accountable for their results.

Very Large

347 Data Points

$144,058

$170,211

$196,365

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

273 Data Points

$196,000

$225,284

$254,569

M6

Sr. Director

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

Large

91 Data Points

$220,160

$264,580

$309,000