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IC5 - Expert
The median salary range for Marketing (IC5) roles disclosed in public job postings is $173k - $232k as of Oct 2026, based on 558 job postings from 124 companies.
Salary Range
Low
$172,800
15%
Mid
$202,285
15%
High
$231,770
Level Comparison
| Level | Sample Size | Low | Mid | High | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
IC1 Entry 0-1 YOE Contributes to smaller projects under detailed guidance. | Very Large 444 Data Points | $62,400 | $70,450 | $78,500 | |
IC2 Developing 2-4 YOE Contributes to projects under general guidance. Skills are relatively developed with room for growth. | Very Large 1,355 Data Points | $80,000 | $92,000 | $104,000 | |
IC3 Proficient 5-7 YOE Owns specific projects and requires minimal guidance. Skills are fully developed. | Very Large 1,732 Data Points | $110,000 | $125,000 | $140,000 | |
IC4 Advanced 8-11 YOE Owns complex projects and drives their direction. Displays in-depth and broad skills and expertise. | Very Large 2,167 Data Points | $127,000 | $145,625 | $164,250 | |
IC5 Expert 12+ YOE A very experienced team member who leads large, high-priority projects that impact company-level goals. | Very Large 169 Data Points | $172,800 | $202,285 | $231,770 | |
IC6 Advisory An authority in their field who defines and drives initiatives with long-term strategic impact. | Very Large 237 Data Points | $169,000 | $199,925 | $230,850 | |
M3 Manager Directly supervises a team of individual contributors and is accountable for their results. | Very Large 1,992 Data Points | $112,000 | $127,375 | $142,750 | |
M4 Sr. Manager Experienced people manager responsible for setting objectives, observing budgets, and tracking results. | Very Large 1,388 Data Points | $140,000 | $157,588 | $175,175 | |
M5 Director Oversees managers or leads their own department. Responsible for vision, strategy, hiring, and results. | Very Large 1,488 Data Points | $172,500 | $196,250 | $220,000 | |
M6 Sr. Director Manages senior leaders in various groups. Responsible for a business function. | Very Large 410 Data Points | $206,000 | $235,000 | $264,000 |