Principal Software Quality Assurance Engineer
Annual salary range
₹16 Lakhs - ₹39 Lakhs
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Filter salaries byPrincipal Software Quality Assurance Engineer Salary in India (Updated 2025)
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• updated:
22 Mar 2025
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Principal Software Quality Assurance Engineer Salary in India ranges between ₹16 Lakhs to ₹39 Lakhs for 8 years of experience to 14 years of experience. Salary estimates are based on 154 latest salaries received from...
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10 yrs
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₹15.3 L/yr - ₹19.5 L/yr | |
12 yrs
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₹28.8 L/yr - ₹36.8 L/yr | |
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0 yrs
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₹32.4 L/yr - ₹41.4 L/yr | |
13 yrs
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₹18.1 L/yr - ₹23.1 L/yr | |
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11 yrs
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₹33.9 L/yr - ₹43.4 L/yr | |
9 yrs
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₹7.2 L/yr - ₹9.2 L/yr | |
11 yrs
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₹31.5 L/yr - ₹40.2 L/yr | |
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8 yrs
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₹52.3 L/yr - ₹57.8 L/yr | |
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Latest annual salaries shared by Principal Software Quality Assurance Engineers
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Palo Alto Networks
Principal Software Quality Assurance Engineer
12 years exp.
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Cerence
Principal Software Quality Assurance Engineer
14 years exp.
1w ago
CBRE
Principal Software Quality Assurance Engineer
13 years exp.
2w ago
Cimpress
Principal Software Quality Assurance Engineer
11 years exp.
3w ago
UKG
Principal Software Quality Assurance Engineer
9 years exp.
3w ago
ivy
Principal Software Quality Assurance Engineer
13 years exp.
4w ago
Dell
Principal Software Quality Assurance Engineer
12 years exp.
4w ago
UKG
Principal Software Quality Assurance Engineer
12 years exp.
1mo ago
UKG
Principal Software Quality Assurance Engineer
11 years exp.
1mo ago
UKG
Principal Software Quality Assurance Engineer
10 years exp.
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Principal Software Quality Assurance Engineer salaries by
| Years of experience | Avg. annual salary |
|---|---|
8
years
(13
salaries)
|  ₹11.3 L/yr - ₹27 L/yr |
9
years
(30
salaries)
| ₹11.3 L/yr - ₹33 L/yr |
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10
years
(32
salaries)
| ₹17 L/yr - ₹33.1 L/yr |
11
years
(23
salaries)
| ₹22 L/yr - ₹37.7 L/yr |
12
years
(29
salaries)
| ₹22 L/yr - ₹45 L/yr |
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| Locations | Avg. annual salary |
|---|---|
Noida
Principal Software Quality Assurance Engineer
9 -
13
years
exp.
| ₹18.2 L/yr - ₹33 L/yr |
Bangalore / Bengaluru
Principal Software Quality Assurance Engineer
8 -
14
years
exp.
| ₹11.3 L/yr - ₹55 L/yr |
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Hyderabad / Secunderabad
Principal Software Quality Assurance Engineer
8 -
13
years
exp.
| ₹21.5 L/yr - ₹30 L/yr |
New Delhi
Principal Software Quality Assurance Engineer
9 -
13
years
exp.
| ₹24 L/yr - ₹32 L/yr |
Pune
Principal Software Quality Assurance Engineer
8 -
14
years
exp.
| ₹22 L/yr - ₹30 L/yr |
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Principal Software Quality Assurance Engineer Salary By Industries
| Industries | Avg. annual salary |
|---|---|
Software Product Principal Software Quality Assurance Engineer
8 -
14
years
exp.
| ₹20 L/yr - ₹35 L/yr |
Hardware & Networking Principal Software Quality Assurance Engineer
8 -
13
years
exp.
| ₹21 L/yr - ₹32 L/yr |
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IT Services & Consulting Principal Software Quality Assurance Engineer
8 -
14
years
exp.
| ₹18 L/yr - ₹39 L/yr |
Internet Principal Software Quality Assurance Engineer
8 -
14
years
exp.
| ₹18 L/yr - ₹45 L/yr |
Emerging Technologies Principal Software Quality Assurance Engineer
8 -
12
years
exp.
| ₹22 L/yr - ₹32 L/yr |
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQS) about Principal Software Quality Assurance Engineer Salaries
What is the salary of a Principal Software Quality Assurance Engineer in India?
The salary of a Principal Software Quality Assurance Engineer in India varies based on experience, location, company & Industry.
On average, Principal Software Quality Assurance Engineer salaries ranges from ₹16.0 Lakhs to ₹39.0 Lakhs per year. Top companies and specialized roles may offer higher compensation.
The average starting salary is around ₹16.0 Lakhs to ₹39.0 Lakhs per year, with the highest salary reaching ₹20.0 Lakhs to ₹33.1 Lakhs per year. Salary estimates are based on 154 salaries received from various Principal Software Quality Assurance Engineers across industries.
The average starting salary is around ₹16.0 Lakhs to ₹39.0 Lakhs per year, with the highest salary reaching ₹20.0 Lakhs to ₹33.1 Lakhs per year. Salary estimates are based on 154 salaries received from various Principal Software Quality Assurance Engineers across industries.
What are the top paying companies that employ Principal Software Quality Assurance Engineers?
Principal Software Quality Assurance Engineer Salaries at Top paying companies in India are
Salaries depend on experience, role, and location. Additional compensation may include bonuses and stock options.
| UKG Principal Software Quality Assurance Engineer Salary | ₹20 Lakhs to ₹33.1 Lakhs per year |
| Oracle Principal Software Quality Assurance Engineer Salary | ₹22.4 Lakhs to ₹28.6 Lakhs per year |
What are the top paying cities for Principal Software Quality Assurance Engineer in India?
The annual salary for Principal Software Quality Assurance Engineer in India varies by location. Top paying cities for Principal Software Quality Assurance Engineer are
Salary expectations for Principal Software Quality Assurance Engineer may vary based on job roles, experience, and specific employer requirements.
| Principal Software Quality Assurance Engineer Salary in Noida | ₹18.2 Lakhs to ₹33.0 Lakhs per year |
| Principal Software Quality Assurance Engineer Salary in Bangalore / Bengaluru | ₹11.3 Lakhs to ₹55.0 Lakhs per year |
| Principal Software Quality Assurance Engineer Salary in Hyderabad / Secunderabad | ₹21.5 Lakhs to ₹30.0 Lakhs per year |
| Principal Software Quality Assurance Engineer Salary in New Delhi | ₹24.0 Lakhs to ₹32.0 Lakhs per year |
| Principal Software Quality Assurance Engineer Salary in Pune | ₹22.0 Lakhs to ₹30.0 Lakhs per year |
What are the top paying industries for Principal Software Quality Assurance Engineer in India?
Top 5 paying Industries for Principal Software Quality Assurance Engineer in India are:
| Principal Software Quality Assurance Engineer Salary in Software Product | ₹20.0 Lakhs to ₹35.0 Lakhs per year |
| Principal Software Quality Assurance Engineer Salary in Hardware & Networking | ₹21.0 Lakhs to ₹32.0 Lakhs per year |
| Principal Software Quality Assurance Engineer Salary in IT Services & Consulting | ₹18.0 Lakhs to ₹39.0 Lakhs per year |
| Principal Software Quality Assurance Engineer Salary in Internet | ₹18.0 Lakhs to ₹45.0 Lakhs per year |
| Principal Software Quality Assurance Engineer Salary in Emerging Technologies | ₹22.0 Lakhs to ₹32.0 Lakhs per year |
How does experience affect salaries of a Principal Software Quality Assurance Engineer in India?
Experience significantly impacts a Principal Software Quality Assurance Engineer salary in India. Salaries increase with experience, as Principal Software Quality Assurance Engineer take on more complex tasks, responsibilities, and leadership roles.
Principal Software Quality Assurance Engineer salary at different experience level are as follows:
and so on.
| Experience | Average Salary Range |
|---|---|
| 8 years | ₹11.3 Lakhs to ₹27.0 Lakhs per year |
| 9 years | ₹11.3 Lakhs to ₹33.0 Lakhs per year |
| 10 years | ₹17.0 Lakhs to ₹33.1 Lakhs per year |
| 11 years | ₹22.0 Lakhs to ₹37.7 Lakhs per year |
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