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Design

IC3 - Proficient

The median salary range for Design (IC3) roles disclosed in public job postings is $125k - $171k as of Aug 2026, based on 2,092 job postings from 436 companies.

Salary Range

Low

$124,700

16%

Mid

$147,653

16%

High

$170,606

Level Comparison

LevelSample SizeLowMidHigh
IC1

Entry

0-1 YOE

Contributes to smaller projects under detailed guidance.

Large

82 Data Points

$66,450

$73,225

$80,000

IC2

Developing

2-4 YOE

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

Very Large

410 Data Points

$100,000

$116,200

$132,400

IC3

Proficient

5-7 YOE

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

Very Large

436 Data Points

$124,700

$147,653

$170,606

IC4

Advanced

8-11 YOE

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

Very Large

980 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

254 Data Points

$174,800

$199,900

$225,000

IC6

Advisory

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

Very Large

232 Data Points

$168,200

$199,325

$230,450

M3

Manager

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

Very Large

158 Data Points

$135,500

$162,750

$190,000

M4

Sr. Manager

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

Large

80 Data Points

$155,380

$193,290

$231,200

M5

Director

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

Very Large

295 Data Points

$181,455

$210,521

$239,588

M6

Sr. Director

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

Medium

48 Data Points

$213,000

$250,550

$288,100