Principal Software Development Engineer
Annual salary range
₹18 Lakhs - ₹85 Lakhs
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Filter salaries byPrincipal Software Development Engineer Salary in India (Updated 2025)
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latest salaries
• updated:
11 Mar 2025
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Principal Software Development Engineer Salary in India ranges between ₹18 Lakhs to ₹85 Lakhs for 6 years of experience to 19 years of experience. Salary estimates are based on 80 latest salaries received from Principal...
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₹21 L/yr - ₹33.8 L/yr | |
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₹20.4 L/yr - ₹27 L/yr | |
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₹14 L/yr - ₹24 L/yr | |
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₹38 L/yr - ₹49.5 L/yr | 1 job opening |
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₹11.7 L/yr - ₹23 L/yr | |
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₹25 L/yr - ₹30 L/yr | |
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14
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₹23.7 L/yr - ₹28.5 L/yr | |
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20
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(4 salaries)
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₹60 L/yr - ₹94 L/yr | |
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11
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₹27 L/yr - ₹38.9 L/yr | |
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12
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(3 salaries)
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₹18.9 L/yr - ₹24.2 L/yr | |
Latest annual salaries shared by Principal Software Development Engineers
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Fortinet Technologies
Principal Software Development Engineer
13 years exp.
4w ago
Perfios Software Solutions
Principal Software Development Engineer
6 years exp.
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Perfios Software Solutions
Principal Software Development Engineer
6 years exp.
3mo ago
Yahoo
Principal Software Development Engineer
14 years exp.
3mo ago
Oracle
Principal Software Development Engineer
8 years exp.
4mo ago
Eladder Learning
Principal Software Development Engineer
11 years exp.
4mo ago
Ingram Micro India Ssc
Principal Software Development Engineer
17 years exp.
4mo ago
Mr Cooper
Principal Software Development Engineer
6 years exp.
4mo ago
Expedia Group
Principal Software Development Engineer
11 years exp.
4mo ago
CanWill Technologies
Principal Software Development Engineer
12 years exp.
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Principal Software Development Engineer salaries by
| Years of experience | Avg. annual salary |
|---|---|
6
years
(8
salaries)
|  ₹19.4 L/yr - ₹29 L/yr |
7
years
(7
salaries)
| ₹14 L/yr - ₹32 L/yr |
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8
years
(3
salaries)
| ₹23 L/yr - ₹40 L/yr |
9
years
(2
salaries)
| ₹22.7 L/yr - ₹27 L/yr |
10
years
(9
salaries)
| ₹18 L/yr - ₹65 L/yr |
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Principal Software Development Engineer Jobs in India
Principal Software Development Engineer
· 2-7 years
Expedia Group
Gurgaon / Gurugram
Principal Software Development Engineer
· 10-15 years
Oracle India Pvt. Ltd.
Bangalore / Bengaluru
Principal Software Development Engineer
· 10-12 years
Fortinet
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Principal Software Development Engineer Salary By Locations
| Locations | Avg. annual salary |
|---|---|
Bangalore / Bengaluru
Principal Software Development Engineer
6 -
19
years
exp.
| ₹19 L/yr - ₹85 L/yr |
Pune
Principal Software Development Engineer
7 -
19
years
exp.
| ₹19.4 L/yr - ₹93 L/yr |
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Hyderabad / Secunderabad
Principal Software Development Engineer
10 -
19
years
exp.
| ₹20.4 L/yr - ₹70 L/yr |
Chennai
Principal Software Development Engineer
9 -
17
years
exp.
| ₹20.5 L/yr - ₹40 L/yr |
Mumbai
Principal Software Development Engineer
6 -
18
years
exp.
| ₹20 L/yr - ₹35 L/yr |
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Principal Software Development Engineer Salary By Industries
| Industries | Avg. annual salary |
|---|---|
Software Product Principal Software Development Engineer
6 -
16
years
exp.
| ₹18 L/yr - ₹49.5 L/yr |
IT Services & Consulting Principal Software Development Engineer
6 -
19
years
exp.
| ₹18.5 L/yr - ₹49.5 L/yr |
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Internet Principal Software Development Engineer
6 -
19
years
exp.
| ₹23 L/yr - ₹76 L/yr |
Hardware & Networking Principal Software Development Engineer
6 -
18
years
exp.
| ₹18.5 L/yr - ₹40 L/yr |
Financial Services Principal Software Development Engineer
6 -
19
years
exp.
| ₹20 L/yr - ₹94 L/yr |
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQS) about Principal Software Development Engineer Salaries
What is the salary of a Principal Software Development Engineer in India?
The salary of a Principal Software Development Engineer in India varies based on experience, location, company & Industry.
On average, Principal Software Development Engineer salaries ranges from ₹18.0 Lakhs to ₹85.0 Lakhs per year. Top companies and specialized roles may offer higher compensation.
The average starting salary is around ₹18.0 Lakhs to ₹85.0 Lakhs per year, with the highest salary reaching ₹38.0 Lakhs to ₹74.1 Lakhs per year. Salary estimates are based on 80 salaries received from various Principal Software Development Engineers across industries.
The average starting salary is around ₹18.0 Lakhs to ₹85.0 Lakhs per year, with the highest salary reaching ₹38.0 Lakhs to ₹74.1 Lakhs per year. Salary estimates are based on 80 salaries received from various Principal Software Development Engineers across industries.
What are the top paying companies that employ Principal Software Development Engineers?
Principal Software Development Engineer Salaries at Top paying companies in India are
Salaries depend on experience, role, and location. Additional compensation may include bonuses and stock options.
| Oracle Principal Software Development Engineer Salary | ₹38 Lakhs to ₹74.1 Lakhs per year |
| Cognizant Principal Software Development Engineer Salary | ₹20.4 Lakhs to ₹27 Lakhs per year |
What are the top paying cities for Principal Software Development Engineer in India?
The annual salary for Principal Software Development Engineer in India varies by location. Top paying cities for Principal Software Development Engineer are
Salary expectations for Principal Software Development Engineer may vary based on job roles, experience, and specific employer requirements.
| Principal Software Development Engineer Salary in Gurgaon / Gurugram | ₹14.0 Lakhs to ₹80.0 Lakhs per year |
| Principal Software Development Engineer Salary in Chennai | ₹20.5 Lakhs to ₹40.0 Lakhs per year |
| Principal Software Development Engineer Salary in Bangalore / Bengaluru | ₹19.0 Lakhs to ₹85.0 Lakhs per year |
| Principal Software Development Engineer Salary in Mumbai | ₹20.0 Lakhs to ₹35.0 Lakhs per year |
| Principal Software Development Engineer Salary in Hyderabad / Secunderabad | ₹20.4 Lakhs to ₹70.0 Lakhs per year |
What are the top paying industries for Principal Software Development Engineer in India?
Top 5 paying Industries for Principal Software Development Engineer in India are:
| Principal Software Development Engineer Salary in Consumer goods | ₹25.0 Lakhs to ₹90.0 Lakhs per year |
| Principal Software Development Engineer Salary in Telecom | ₹25.0 Lakhs to ₹40.0 Lakhs per year |
| Principal Software Development Engineer Salary in Semiconductors | ₹18.5 Lakhs to ₹50.0 Lakhs per year |
| Principal Software Development Engineer Salary in IT Services & Consulting | ₹18.5 Lakhs to ₹49.5 Lakhs per year |
| Principal Software Development Engineer Salary in Internet | ₹23.0 Lakhs to ₹76.0 Lakhs per year |
How does experience affect salaries of a Principal Software Development Engineer in India?
Experience significantly impacts a Principal Software Development Engineer salary in India. Salaries increase with experience, as Principal Software Development Engineer take on more complex tasks, responsibilities, and leadership roles.
Principal Software Development Engineer salary at different experience level are as follows:
and so on.
| Experience | Average Salary Range |
|---|---|
| 6 years | ₹19.4 Lakhs to ₹29.0 Lakhs per year |
| 7 years | ₹14.0 Lakhs to ₹32.0 Lakhs per year |
| 8 years | ₹23.0 Lakhs to ₹40.0 Lakhs per year |
| 9 years | ₹22.7 Lakhs to ₹27.0 Lakhs per year |
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