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Design

IC5 - Expert

The median salary range for Design (IC5) roles disclosed in public job postings is $177k - $225k as of Aug 2026, based on 1,102 job postings from 217 companies.

Salary Range

Low

$177,100

12%

Mid

$201,050

12%

High

$225,000

Level Comparison

LevelSample SizeLowMidHigh
IC1

Entry

0-1 YOE

Contributes to smaller projects under detailed guidance.

Large

84 Data Points

$65,000

$72,500

$80,000

IC2

Developing

2-4 YOE

Contributes to projects under general guidance. Skills are relatively developed with room for growth.

Very Large

434 Data Points

$100,000

$115,000

$130,000

IC3

Proficient

5-7 YOE

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

Very Large

452 Data Points

$123,886

$147,105

$170,323

IC4

Advanced

8-11 YOE

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

Very Large

1,011 Data Points

$140,000

$160,000

$180,000

IC5

Expert

12+ YOE

A very experienced team member who leads large, high-priority projects that impact company-level goals.

Very Large

264 Data Points

$177,100

$201,050

$225,000

IC6

Advisory

An authority in their field who defines and drives initiatives with long-term strategic impact.

Very Large

234 Data Points

$168,575

$199,513

$230,450

M3

Manager

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

Very Large

168 Data Points

$137,500

$164,100

$190,700

M4

Sr. Manager

Experienced people manager responsible for setting objectives, observing budgets, and tracking results.

Large

83 Data Points

$155,190

$191,730

$228,270

M5

Director

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

Very Large

302 Data Points

$180,155

$209,871

$239,588

M6

Sr. Director

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

Medium

49 Data Points

$213,000

$249,000

$285,000