Lead Development Engineer
Annual salary range
₹8.9 Lakhs - ₹35.5 Lakhs
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Filter salaries byLead Development Engineer Salary in India (Updated 2025)
based on 388
latest salaries
• updated:
22 Mar 2025
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Lead Development Engineer Salary in India ranges between ₹8.9 Lakhs to ₹35.5 Lakhs for 4 years of experience to 13 years of experience. Salary estimates are based on 388 latest salaries received from Lead Development...
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| Company Name | Avg. annual salary | Open Jobs |
|---|---|---|
4 -
10
yrs
exp.
(201 salaries)
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₹6.8 L/yr - ₹20.5 L/yr | |
7 -
13
yrs
exp.
(24 salaries)
|
₹14 L/yr - ₹39.4 L/yr | |
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11 -
14
yrs
exp.
(11 salaries)
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₹20 L/yr - ₹30 L/yr | |
8 -
18
yrs
exp.
(11 salaries)
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₹26.5 L/yr - ₹45.6 L/yr | |
7 -
13
yrs
exp.
(10 salaries)
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₹11.1 L/yr - ₹17 L/yr | |
7 -
11
yrs
exp.
(7 salaries)
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₹16.5 L/yr - ₹22.8 L/yr | |
7 -
11
yrs
exp.
(7 salaries)
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₹17 L/yr - ₹24 L/yr | |
6 -
9
yrs
exp.
(6 salaries)
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₹18 L/yr - ₹22.4 L/yr | |
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3 -
8
yrs
exp.
(6 salaries)
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₹7.5 L/yr - ₹11.3 L/yr | |
6 -
11
yrs
exp.
(5 salaries)
|
₹17.6 L/yr - ₹24 L/yr | |
Latest annual salaries shared by Lead Development Engineers
2d ago
Jio Platforms
Lead Development Engineer
13 years exp.
6d ago
Wipro
Lead Development Engineer
8 years exp.
6d ago
Petro IT
Lead Development Engineer
11 years exp.
1w ago
Kyndryl
Lead Development Engineer
10 years exp.
1w ago
GE
Lead Development Engineer
9 years exp.
1w ago
Standard Chartered
Lead Development Engineer
8 years exp.
2w ago
FIS
Lead Development Engineer
6 years exp.
2w ago
Unisys
Lead Development Engineer
9 years exp.
3w ago
Standard Chartered
Lead Development Engineer
10 years exp.
3w ago
Advance Auto Parts
Lead Development Engineer
9 years exp.
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Lead Development Engineer salaries by
| Years of experience | Avg. annual salary |
|---|---|
4
years
(46
salaries)
|  ₹8.4 L/yr - ₹20 L/yr |
5
years
(58
salaries)
| ₹8.8 L/yr - ₹23.5 L/yr |
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| |
6
years
(51
salaries)
| ₹7.2 L/yr - ₹24 L/yr |
7
years
(49
salaries)
| ₹8.9 L/yr - ₹25.6 L/yr |
8
years
(49
salaries)
| ₹10 L/yr - ₹35.5 L/yr |
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Lead Development Engineer Jobs in India
Lead Development Engineer
· 3-7 years
M/s. orange business services
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Lead Development Engineer
· 8-12 years
Barco
Noida
Lead Development Engineer
· 6-8 years
Turing
Remote
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Lead Development Engineer Salary By Locations
| Locations | Avg. annual salary |
|---|---|
Bangalore / Bengaluru
Lead Development Engineer
4 -
13
years
exp.
| ₹9.3 L/yr - ₹40 L/yr |
Pune
Lead Development Engineer
4 -
13
years
exp.
| ₹11 L/yr - ₹24 L/yr |
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Chennai
Lead Development Engineer
4 -
13
years
exp.
| ₹8.4 L/yr - ₹31.5 L/yr |
Hyderabad / Secunderabad
Lead Development Engineer
6 -
13
years
exp.
| ₹17 L/yr - ₹45 L/yr |
Gurgaon / Gurugram
Lead Development Engineer
4 -
12
years
exp.
| ₹10.6 L/yr - ₹31 L/yr |
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Lead Development Engineer Salary By Industries
| Industries | Avg. annual salary |
|---|---|
IT Services & Consulting Lead Development Engineer
4 -
13
years
exp.
| ₹8.6 L/yr - ₹33 L/yr |
Software Product Lead Development Engineer
4 -
13
years
exp.
| ₹8.6 L/yr - ₹28 L/yr |
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Financial Services Lead Development Engineer
4 -
12
years
exp.
| ₹14 L/yr - ₹35.5 L/yr |
Banking Lead Development Engineer
4 -
13
years
exp.
| ₹7.5 L/yr - ₹35.5 L/yr |
Analytics & KPO Lead Development Engineer
4 -
12
years
exp.
| ₹12.7 L/yr - ₹35.5 L/yr |
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQS) about Lead Development Engineer Salaries
What is the salary of a Lead Development Engineer in India?
The salary of a Lead Development Engineer in India varies based on experience, location, company & Industry.
On average, Lead Development Engineer salaries ranges from ₹8.9 Lakhs to ₹35.5 Lakhs per year. Top companies and specialized roles may offer higher compensation.
The average starting salary is around ₹8.9 Lakhs to ₹35.5 Lakhs per year, with the highest salary reaching ₹6.8 Lakhs to ₹20.0 Lakhs per year. Salary estimates are based on 388 salaries received from various Lead Development Engineers across industries.
The average starting salary is around ₹8.9 Lakhs to ₹35.5 Lakhs per year, with the highest salary reaching ₹6.8 Lakhs to ₹20.0 Lakhs per year. Salary estimates are based on 388 salaries received from various Lead Development Engineers across industries.
What are the top paying cities for Lead Development Engineer in India?
The annual salary for Lead Development Engineer in India varies by location. Top paying cities for Lead Development Engineer are
Salary expectations for Lead Development Engineer may vary based on job roles, experience, and specific employer requirements.
| Lead Development Engineer Salary in Bangalore / Bengaluru | ₹9.3 Lakhs to ₹40.0 Lakhs per year |
| Lead Development Engineer Salary in Pune | ₹11.0 Lakhs to ₹24.0 Lakhs per year |
| Lead Development Engineer Salary in Chennai | ₹8.4 Lakhs to ₹31.5 Lakhs per year |
| Lead Development Engineer Salary in Hyderabad / Secunderabad | ₹17.0 Lakhs to ₹45.0 Lakhs per year |
| Lead Development Engineer Salary in Gurgaon / Gurugram | ₹10.6 Lakhs to ₹31.0 Lakhs per year |
What are the top paying industries for Lead Development Engineer in India?
Top 5 paying Industries for Lead Development Engineer in India are:
| Lead Development Engineer Salary in IT Services & Consulting | ₹8.6 Lakhs to ₹33.0 Lakhs per year |
| Lead Development Engineer Salary in Software Product | ₹8.6 Lakhs to ₹28.0 Lakhs per year |
| Lead Development Engineer Salary in Financial Services | ₹14.0 Lakhs to ₹35.5 Lakhs per year |
| Lead Development Engineer Salary in Banking | ₹7.5 Lakhs to ₹35.5 Lakhs per year |
| Lead Development Engineer Salary in Analytics & KPO | ₹12.7 Lakhs to ₹35.5 Lakhs per year |
How does experience affect salaries of a Lead Development Engineer in India?
Experience significantly impacts a Lead Development Engineer salary in India. Salaries increase with experience, as Lead Development Engineer take on more complex tasks, responsibilities, and leadership roles.
Lead Development Engineer salary at different experience level are as follows:
and so on.
| Experience | Average Salary Range |
|---|---|
| 4 years | ₹8.4 Lakhs to ₹20.0 Lakhs per year |
| 5 years | ₹8.8 Lakhs to ₹23.5 Lakhs per year |
| 6 years | ₹7.2 Lakhs to ₹24.0 Lakhs per year |
| 7 years | ₹8.9 Lakhs to ₹25.6 Lakhs per year |
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