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Sales Engineering

IC3 - Proficient

The median salary range for Sales Engineering (IC3) roles disclosed in public job postings is $129k - $174k as of Aug 2026, based on 9,098 job postings from 782 companies.

Salary Range

Low

$129,300

15%

Mid

$151,725

15%

High

$174,150

Level Comparison

LevelSample SizeLowMidHigh
IC1

Entry

0-1 YOE

Contributes to smaller projects under detailed guidance.

Very Large

106 Data Points

$85,871

$100,436

$115,000

IC2

Developing

2-4 YOE

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

Very Large

665 Data Points

$115,000

$133,625

$152,250

IC3

Proficient

5-7 YOE

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

Very Large

998 Data Points

$129,300

$151,725

$174,150

IC4

Advanced

8-11 YOE

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

Very Large

1,044 Data Points

$143,400

$168,700

$194,000

IC5

Expert

12+ YOE

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

Very Large

318 Data Points

$155,000

$182,000

$209,000

IC6

Advisory

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

Very Large

327 Data Points

$164,900

$190,700

$216,500

M3

Manager

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

Very Large

237 Data Points

$150,000

$180,000

$210,000

M4

Sr. Manager

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

Large

99 Data Points

$170,000

$208,731

$247,462

M5

Director

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

Very Large

125 Data Points

$182,875

$221,438

$260,000

M6

Sr. Director

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

Medium

30 Data Points

$221,500

$269,665

$317,830