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IC5 - Expert
The median salary range for Product Management (IC5) roles disclosed in public job postings is $180k - $240k as of Oct 2026, based on 1,827 job postings from 307 companies.
Salary Range
Low
$180,000
14%
Mid
$210,000
14%
High
$240,000
Level Comparison
| Level | Sample Size | Low | Mid | High | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
IC1 Entry 0-1 YOE Contributes to smaller projects under detailed guidance. | Very Large 163 Data Points | $85,500 | $98,000 | $110,500 | |
IC2 Developing 2-4 YOE Contributes to projects under general guidance. Skills are relatively developed with room for growth. | Very Large 444 Data Points | $114,300 | $129,650 | $145,000 | |
IC3 Proficient 5-7 YOE Owns specific projects and requires minimal guidance. Skills are fully developed. | Very Large 1,300 Data Points | $135,000 | $155,000 | $175,000 | |
IC4 Advanced 8-11 YOE Owns complex projects and drives their direction. Displays in-depth and broad skills and expertise. | Very Large 2,269 Data Points | $154,450 | $177,225 | $200,000 | |
IC5 Expert 12+ YOE A very experienced team member who leads large, high-priority projects that impact company-level goals. | Very Large 441 Data Points | $180,000 | $210,000 | $240,000 | |
IC6 Advisory An authority in their field who defines and drives initiatives with long-term strategic impact. | Very Large 653 Data Points | $183,500 | $213,125 | $242,750 | |
M3 Manager Directly supervises a team of individual contributors and is accountable for their results. | Very Large 363 Data Points | $130,810 | $155,405 | $180,000 | |
M4 Sr. Manager Experienced people manager responsible for setting objectives, observing budgets, and tracking results. | Very Large 242 Data Points | $157,500 | $187,568 | $217,635 | |
M5 Director Oversees managers or leads their own department. Responsible for vision, strategy, hiring, and results. | Very Large 808 Data Points | $200,000 | $228,050 | $256,100 | |
M6 Sr. Director Manages senior leaders in various groups. Responsible for a business function. | Very Large 196 Data Points | $214,750 | $254,306 | $293,863 |