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IC6 - Advisory
The median salary range for Operations (IC6) roles disclosed in public job postings is $149k - $210k as of Sep 2026, based on 549 job postings from 67 companies.
Salary Range
Low
$149,000
17%
Mid
$179,450
17%
High
$209,900
Level Comparison
| Level | Sample Size | Low | Mid | High | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
IC1 Entry 0-1 YOE Contributes to smaller projects under detailed guidance. | Very Large 825 Data Points | $55,000 | $60,000 | $65,000 | |
IC2 Developing 2-4 YOE Contributes to projects under general guidance. Skills are relatively developed with room for growth. | Very Large 1,521 Data Points | $69,800 | $77,443 | $85,085 | |
IC3 Proficient 5-7 YOE Owns specific projects and requires minimal guidance. Skills are fully developed. | Very Large 714 Data Points | $85,000 | $99,250 | $113,500 | |
IC4 Advanced 8-11 YOE Owns complex projects and drives their direction. Displays in-depth and broad skills and expertise. | Very Large 991 Data Points | $97,699 | $113,100 | $128,500 | |
IC5 Expert 12+ YOE A very experienced team member who leads large, high-priority projects that impact company-level goals. | Large 69 Data Points | $141,781 | $167,191 | $192,600 | |
IC6 Advisory An authority in their field who defines and drives initiatives with long-term strategic impact. | Very Large 113 Data Points | $149,000 | $179,450 | $209,900 | |
M3 Manager Directly supervises a team of individual contributors and is accountable for their results. | Very Large 2,765 Data Points | $100,000 | $115,000 | $130,000 | |
M4 Sr. Manager Experienced people manager responsible for setting objectives, observing budgets, and tracking results. | Very Large 740 Data Points | $130,000 | $151,004 | $172,008 | |
M5 Director Oversees managers or leads their own department. Responsible for vision, strategy, hiring, and results. | Very Large 754 Data Points | $165,000 | $189,110 | $213,220 | |
M6 Sr. Director Manages senior leaders in various groups. Responsible for a business function. | Very Large 190 Data Points | $192,028 | $231,014 | $270,000 |