Director Engineering
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₹25 Lakhs - ₹1 Crore
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• updated:
22 Mar 2025
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Director Engineering Salary in Chennai ranges between ₹25 Lakhs to ₹1 Crore for 12 years of experience to 24 years of experience. Salary estimates are based on 124 latest salaries received from Director Engineering.
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Meta Director Engineering Salary
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| Company Name | Avg. annual salary | Open Jobs |
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23
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Chennai
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₹89.8 L/yr - ₹99.2 L/yr | |
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20
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Chennai
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₹40.5 L/yr - ₹51.8 L/yr | |
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18 -
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Chennai
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₹95 L/yr - ₹1.1 Cr/yr | |
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22 -
23
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Chennai
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₹67.9 L/yr - ₹75.1 L/yr | |
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Chennai
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₹49.9 L/yr - ₹55.1 L/yr | |
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Chennai
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₹31.5 L/yr - ₹40.2 L/yr | |
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Chennai
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₹37.8 L/yr - ₹48.3 L/yr | |
18 yrs
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Chennai
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₹4.8 Cr/yr - ₹5.3 Cr/yr | |
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18 yrs
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Chennai
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₹47.5 L/yr - ₹52.5 L/yr | |
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20 years exp.
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23 years exp.
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18 years exp.
2d ago
Melorra
Director Engineering
17 years exp.
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EC-Council
Director Engineering
21 years exp.
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Seagate
Director Engineering
20 years exp.
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Hudson's Bay Company
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17 years exp.
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18 years exp.
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Director Engineering salaries by
| Years of experience | Avg. annual salary |
|---|---|
12
years
(2
salaries)
| ₹50 L/yr - ₹50 L/yr |
13
years
(6
salaries)
| ₹20 L/yr - ₹78 L/yr |
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14
years
(2
salaries)
| ₹93 L/yr - ₹93 L/yr |
15+
years
(115
salaries)
| ₹25 L/yr - ₹1 Cr/yr |
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Director Engineering Salary In Other Locations
| Locations | Avg. annual salary |
|---|---|
Bangalore / Bengaluru
Director Engineering
12 -
24
years
exp.
| ₹32 L/yr - ₹1.3 Cr/yr |
Hyderabad / Secunderabad
Director Engineering
12 -
24
years
exp.
| ₹27 L/yr - ₹1 Cr/yr |
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Pune
Director Engineering
12 -
24
years
exp.
| ₹26.2 L/yr - ₹1 Cr/yr |
Gurgaon / Gurugram
Director Engineering
12 -
24
years
exp.
| ₹30 L/yr - ₹1 Cr/yr |
New Delhi
Director Engineering
12 -
24
years
exp.
| ₹18 L/yr - ₹1 Cr/yr |
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Director Engineering Salary By Industries
| Industries | Avg. annual salary |
|---|---|
Software Product Director Engineering
12 -
24
years
exp.
| ₹30 L/yr - ₹1.1 Cr/yr |
IT Services & Consulting Director Engineering
12 -
24
years
exp.
| ₹28.8 L/yr - ₹1 Cr/yr |
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Internet Director Engineering
12 -
24
years
exp.
| ₹35 L/yr - ₹1.3 Cr/yr |
Financial Services Director Engineering
12 -
24
years
exp.
| ₹30.4 L/yr - ₹1.2 Cr/yr |
Hardware & Networking Director Engineering
12 -
24
years
exp.
| ₹28.1 L/yr - ₹1.2 Cr/yr |
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQS) about Director Engineering Salaries
What is the salary of a Director Engineering in India?
The salary of a Director Engineering in India varies based on experience, location, company & Industry.
On average, Director Engineering salaries ranges from ₹25.0 Lakhs to ₹100.0 Lakhs per year. Top companies and specialized roles may offer higher compensation.
The average starting salary is around ₹25.0 Lakhs to ₹100.0 Lakhs per year, with the highest salary reaching ₹100.0 Lakhs to ₹440.0 Lakhs per year. Salary estimates are based on 124 salaries received from various Director Engineerings across industries.
The average starting salary is around ₹25.0 Lakhs to ₹100.0 Lakhs per year, with the highest salary reaching ₹100.0 Lakhs to ₹440.0 Lakhs per year. Salary estimates are based on 124 salaries received from various Director Engineerings across industries.
What are the top paying companies that employ Director Engineerings?
Director Engineering Salaries at Top paying companies in India are
Salaries depend on experience, role, and location. Additional compensation may include bonuses and stock options.
| Meta Director Engineering Salary | ₹1 Lakhs to ₹4.4 Lakhs per year |
| Deutsche Bank Director Engineering Salary | ₹80 Lakhs to ₹5 Lakhs per year |
| CoinSwitch Director Engineering Salary | ₹1.9 Lakhs to ₹2 Lakhs per year |
| Enphase Energy Director Engineering Salary | ₹72 Lakhs to ₹4.5 Lakhs per year |
| Eaton Director Engineering Salary | ₹1.2 Lakhs to ₹1.7 Lakhs per year |
What are the top paying cities for Director Engineering in India?
The annual salary for Director Engineering in India varies by location. Top paying cities for Director Engineering are
Salary expectations for Director Engineering may vary based on job roles, experience, and specific employer requirements.
| Director Engineering Salary in Bangalore / Bengaluru | ₹32.0 Lakhs to ₹125.0 Lakhs per year |
| Director Engineering Salary in Hyderabad / Secunderabad | ₹27.0 Lakhs to ₹100.0 Lakhs per year |
| Director Engineering Salary in Pune | ₹26.2 Lakhs to ₹101.0 Lakhs per year |
| Director Engineering Salary in Gurgaon / Gurugram | ₹30.0 Lakhs to ₹101.0 Lakhs per year |
| Director Engineering Salary in New Delhi | ₹18.0 Lakhs to ₹102.0 Lakhs per year |
What are the top paying industries for Director Engineering in India?
Top 5 paying Industries for Director Engineering in India are:
| Director Engineering Salary in Software Product | ₹30.0 Lakhs to ₹110.0 Lakhs per year |
| Director Engineering Salary in IT Services & Consulting | ₹28.8 Lakhs to ₹100.0 Lakhs per year |
| Director Engineering Salary in Internet | ₹35.0 Lakhs to ₹125.0 Lakhs per year |
| Director Engineering Salary in Financial Services | ₹30.4 Lakhs to ₹123.0 Lakhs per year |
| Director Engineering Salary in Hardware & Networking | ₹28.1 Lakhs to ₹119.0 Lakhs per year |
How does experience affect salaries of a Director Engineering in India?
Experience significantly impacts a Director Engineering salary in India. Salaries increase with experience, as Director Engineering take on more complex tasks, responsibilities, and leadership roles.
Director Engineering salary at different experience level are as follows:
and so on.
| Experience | Average Salary Range |
|---|---|
| 12 years | ₹50.0 Lakhs to ₹50.0 Lakhs per year |
| 13 years | ₹20.0 Lakhs to ₹78.0 Lakhs per year |
| 14 years | ₹93.0 Lakhs to ₹93.0 Lakhs per year |
| NaN years | ₹25.0 Lakhs to ₹100.0 Lakhs per year |
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