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M5 - Director
The median salary range for QA Engineering (M5) roles disclosed in public job postings is $185k - $235k as of Jul 2026, based on 132 job postings from 70 companies.
Salary Range
Low
$185,000
12%
Mid
$209,836
12%
High
$234,672
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Level Comparison
| Level | Sample Size | Low | Mid | High | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
IC1 Entry 0-1 YOE Contributes to smaller projects under detailed guidance. | Very Large 144 Data Points | $64,480 | $74,740 | $85,000 | |
IC2 Developing 2-4 YOE Contributes to projects under general guidance. Skills are relatively developed with room for growth. | Very Large 435 Data Points | $90,000 | $106,586 | $123,173 | |
IC3 Proficient 5-7 YOE Owns specific projects and requires minimal guidance. Skills are fully developed. | Very Large 353 Data Points | $110,000 | $126,500 | $143,000 | |
IC4 Advanced 8-11 YOE Owns complex projects and drives their direction. Displays in-depth and broad skills and expertise. | Very Large 526 Data Points | $124,000 | $142,000 | $160,000 | |
IC5 Expert 12+ YOE A very experienced team member who leads large, high-priority projects that impact company-level goals. | Large 87 Data Points | $152,500 | $174,250 | $196,000 | |
IC6 Advisory An authority in their field who defines and drives initiatives with long-term strategic impact. | Large 67 Data Points | $150,000 | $183,100 | $216,200 | |
M3 Manager Directly supervises a team of individual contributors and is accountable for their results. | Very Large 173 Data Points | $125,000 | $145,000 | $165,000 | |
M4 Sr. Manager Experienced people manager responsible for setting objectives, observing budgets, and tracking results. | Large 90 Data Points | $155,200 | $177,600 | $200,000 | |
M5 Director Oversees managers or leads their own department. Responsible for vision, strategy, hiring, and results. | Medium 50 Data Points | $185,000 | $209,836 | $234,672 | |
M6 Sr. Director Manages senior leaders in various groups. Responsible for a business function. | Small 23 Data Points | $187,400 | $225,200 | $263,000 |