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Software Engineering

IC2 - Developing

Salary Range

Low

$121,450

14%

Mid

$141,350

14%

High

$161,250

Level Comparison

LevelSample SizeLowMidHigh
IC1

Entry

0-1 YOE

Contributes to smaller projects under detailed guidance.

Very Large

182 Data Points

$108,945

$127,723

$146,500

IC2

Developing

2-4 YOE

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

Very Large

786 Data Points

$121,450

$141,350

$161,250

IC3

Proficient

5-7 YOE

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

Very Large

1,253 Data Points

$128,099

$149,050

$170,000

IC4

Advanced

8-11 YOE

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

Very Large

2,255 Data Points

$150,000

$170,000

$190,000

IC5

Expert

12+ YOE

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

Very Large

743 Data Points

$165,235

$191,311

$217,387

IC6

Advisory

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

Very Large

632 Data Points

$180,000

$207,250

$234,500

M3

Manager

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

Very Large

381 Data Points

$175,000

$198,250

$221,500

M4

Sr. Manager

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

Very Large

304 Data Points

$175,000

$205,000

$235,000

M5

Director

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

Very Large

201 Data Points

$200,000

$234,000

$268,000

M6

Sr. Director

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

Medium

33 Data Points

$196,800

$248,400

$300,000

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