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IC3 - Proficient
The median salary range for Sales Engineering (IC3) roles disclosed in public job postings is $130k - $174k as of Sep 2026, based on 10,489 job postings from 817 companies.
Salary Range
Low
$130,000
15%
Mid
$152,230
15%
High
$174,459
Level Comparison
| Level | Sample Size | Low | Mid | High | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
IC1 Entry 0-1 YOE Contributes to smaller projects under detailed guidance. | Very Large 121 Data Points | $85,734 | $99,742 | $113,750 | |
IC2 Developing 2-4 YOE Contributes to projects under general guidance. Skills are relatively developed with room for growth. | Very Large 746 Data Points | $116,000 | $134,000 | $152,000 | |
IC3 Proficient 5-7 YOE Owns specific projects and requires minimal guidance. Skills are fully developed. | Very Large 1,107 Data Points | $130,000 | $152,230 | $174,459 | |
IC4 Advanced 8-11 YOE Owns complex projects and drives their direction. Displays in-depth and broad skills and expertise. | Very Large 1,204 Data Points | $143,825 | $168,913 | $194,000 | |
IC5 Expert 12+ YOE A very experienced team member who leads large, high-priority projects that impact company-level goals. | Very Large 360 Data Points | $155,000 | $182,500 | $210,000 | |
IC6 Advisory An authority in their field who defines and drives initiatives with long-term strategic impact. | Very Large 375 Data Points | $164,900 | $190,575 | $216,250 | |
M3 Manager Directly supervises a team of individual contributors and is accountable for their results. | Very Large 261 Data Points | $153,000 | $181,500 | $210,000 | |
M4 Sr. Manager Experienced people manager responsible for setting objectives, observing budgets, and tracking results. | Very Large 115 Data Points | $177,688 | $211,594 | $245,500 | |
M5 Director Oversees managers or leads their own department. Responsible for vision, strategy, hiring, and results. | Very Large 139 Data Points | $184,000 | $223,250 | $262,500 | |
M6 Sr. Director Manages senior leaders in various groups. Responsible for a business function. | Medium 38 Data Points | $219,100 | $264,540 | $309,980 |