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Operations

IC5 - Expert

The median salary range for Operations (IC5) roles disclosed in public job postings is $143k - $193k as of Aug 2026, based on 200 job postings from 45 companies.

Salary Range

Low

$143,000

15%

Mid

$167,800

15%

High

$192,600

Level Comparison

LevelSample SizeLowMidHigh
IC1

Entry

0-1 YOE

Contributes to smaller projects under detailed guidance.

Very Large

730 Data Points

$54,517

$59,759

$65,000

IC2

Developing

2-4 YOE

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

Very Large

1,359 Data Points

$69,590

$77,295

$85,000

IC3

Proficient

5-7 YOE

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

Very Large

641 Data Points

$85,000

$99,625

$114,250

IC4

Advanced

8-11 YOE

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

Very Large

886 Data Points

$96,000

$110,525

$125,050

IC5

Expert

12+ YOE

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

Large

57 Data Points

$143,000

$167,800

$192,600

IC6

Advisory

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

Large

94 Data Points

$149,000

$183,138

$217,275

M3

Manager

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

Very Large

2,506 Data Points

$100,000

$114,210

$128,420

M4

Sr. Manager

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

Very Large

677 Data Points

$130,500

$151,575

$172,650

M5

Director

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

Very Large

674 Data Points

$167,450

$191,113

$214,776

M6

Sr. Director

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

Very Large

172 Data Points

$192,028

$232,414

$272,800