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IC5 - Expert
The median salary range for Marketing (IC5) roles disclosed in public job postings is $171k - $232k as of Sep 2026, based on 464 job postings from 110 companies.
Salary Range
Low
$171,200
15%
Mid
$201,485
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 390 Data Points | $62,400 | $68,700 | $75,000 | |
IC2 Developing 2-4 YOE Contributes to projects under general guidance. Skills are relatively developed with room for growth. | Very Large 1,176 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 1,529 Data Points | $108,000 | $124,000 | $140,000 | |
IC4 Advanced 8-11 YOE Owns complex projects and drives their direction. Displays in-depth and broad skills and expertise. | Very Large 1,887 Data Points | $127,500 | $146,400 | $165,300 | |
IC5 Expert 12+ YOE A very experienced team member who leads large, high-priority projects that impact company-level goals. | Very Large 144 Data Points | $172,000 | $201,885 | $231,770 | |
IC6 Advisory An authority in their field who defines and drives initiatives with long-term strategic impact. | Very Large 206 Data Points | $166,150 | $198,325 | $230,500 | |
M3 Manager Directly supervises a team of individual contributors and is accountable for their results. | Very Large 1,721 Data Points | $110,750 | $126,338 | $141,926 | |
M4 Sr. Manager Experienced people manager responsible for setting objectives, observing budgets, and tracking results. | Very Large 1,195 Data Points | $140,000 | $158,200 | $176,400 | |
M5 Director Oversees managers or leads their own department. Responsible for vision, strategy, hiring, and results. | Very Large 1,301 Data Points | $170,000 | $195,000 | $220,000 | |
M6 Sr. Director Manages senior leaders in various groups. Responsible for a business function. | Very Large 358 Data Points | $206,000 | $234,894 | $263,788 |