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Software Engineering

IC2 - Developing

The median salary range for Software Engineering (IC2) roles disclosed in public job postings is $125k - $162k as of Aug 2026, based on 19,509 job postings from 1,268 companies.

Salary Range

Low

$125,000

13%

Mid

$143,250

13%

High

$161,500

Level Comparison

Level	Sample Size		Low	Mid	High
IC1 Entry 0-1 YOE Contributes to smaller projects under detailed guidance.	Very Large 445 Data Points		$100,000	$116,500	$133,000
IC2 Developing 2-4 YOE Contributes to projects under general guidance. Skills are relatively developed with room for growth.	Very Large 1,838 Data Points		$125,000	$143,250	$161,500
IC3 Proficient 5-7 YOE Owns specific projects and requires minimal guidance. Skills are fully developed.	Very Large 1,777 Data Points		$140,000	$162,500	$185,000
IC4 Advanced 8-11 YOE Owns complex projects and drives their direction. Displays in-depth and broad skills and expertise.	Very Large 3,719 Data Points		$150,000	$173,775	$197,550
IC5 Expert 12+ YOE A very experienced team member who leads large, high-priority projects that impact company-level goals.	Very Large 1,378 Data Points		$180,000	$205,000	$230,000
IC6 Advisory An authority in their field who defines and drives initiatives with long-term strategic impact.	Very Large 1,131 Data Points		$185,000	$214,000	$243,000
M3 Manager Directly supervises a team of individual contributors and is accountable for their results.	Very Large 880 Data Points		$182,000	$208,250	$234,500
M4 Sr. Manager Experienced people manager responsible for setting objectives, observing budgets, and tracking results.	Very Large 505 Data Points		$195,200	$227,600	$260,000
M5 Director Oversees managers or leads their own department. Responsible for vision, strategy, hiring, and results.	Very Large 340 Data Points		$218,000	$255,750	$293,500
M6 Sr. Director Manages senior leaders in various groups. Responsible for a business function.	Very Large 104 Data Points		$244,000	$287,000	$330,000