Principal System Engineer
Annual salary range
₹10.4 Lakhs - ₹42.4 Lakhs
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Filter salaries byPrincipal System Engineer Salary in Chennai (Updated 2025)
based on 21
latest salaries
• updated:
19 Feb 2025
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Principal System Engineer Salary in Chennai ranges between ₹10.4 Lakhs to ₹42.4 Lakhs for 11 years of experience to 18 years of experience. Salary estimates are based on 21 latest salaries received from Principal System...
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| Company name | Avg. annual salary | Open Jobs |
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Enphase Energy Principal System Engineer Salary
15 years exp |  | |
Ciena Principal System Engineer Salary
15 years exp | | |
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15 years exp | | |
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| Company Name | Avg. annual salary | Open Jobs |
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Chennai
(6 salaries)
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₹24 L/yr - ₹33 L/yr | |
16 -
18
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exp.
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Chennai
(4 salaries)
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₹41 L/yr - ₹42.4 L/yr | |
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12
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Chennai
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₹9.4 L/yr - ₹12 L/yr | |
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Chennai
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₹11.8 L/yr - ₹15.1 L/yr | |
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Chennai
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₹15.4 L/yr - ₹19.7 L/yr | |
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Chennai
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₹24.3 L/yr - ₹31 L/yr | |
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12
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Chennai
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₹24 L/yr - ₹37.2 L/yr | |
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12
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Chennai
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₹11.9 L/yr - ₹15.2 L/yr | |
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14 yrs
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Chennai
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₹58 L/yr - ₹64.1 L/yr | 1 job opening |
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Chennai
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₹6.8 L/yr - ₹8.6 L/yr | |
Latest annual salaries shared by Principal System Engineers
2d ago
Truminds Software Systems
Principal System Engineer
15 years exp.
2d ago
Rolls-Royce
Principal System Engineer
11 years exp.
3d ago
Collins Aerospace
Principal System Engineer
17 years exp.
1w ago
Oracle
Principal System Engineer
14 years exp.
1w ago
HARMAN
Principal System Engineer
13 years exp.
2w ago
Baxter International
Principal System Engineer
14 years exp.
2w ago
Oracle
Principal System Engineer
15 years exp.
3w ago
Fluence
Principal System Engineer
17 years exp.
4w ago
Innova Solutions
Principal System Engineer
10 years exp.
1mo ago
Visteon
Principal System Engineer
12 years exp.
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Principal System Engineer salaries by
| Years of experience | Avg. annual salary |
|---|---|
11
years
(4
salaries)
| ₹10.4 L/yr - ₹36 L/yr |
12
years
(5
salaries)
| ₹10.4 L/yr - ₹33 L/yr |
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13
years
(3
salaries)
| ₹11 L/yr - ₹33 L/yr |
14
years
(3
salaries)
| ₹17 L/yr - ₹61 L/yr |
15+
years
(7
salaries)
| ₹24 L/yr - ₹42.4 L/yr |
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· 8-11 years
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· 8-14 years
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Principal System Engineer
· 7-10 years
India Medtronic Pvt. Ltd
Pune
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Principal System Engineer Salary In Other Locations
| Locations | Avg. annual salary |
|---|---|
Bangalore / Bengaluru
Principal System Engineer
8 -
18
years
exp.
| ₹13.5 L/yr - ₹52 L/yr |
Hyderabad / Secunderabad
Principal System Engineer
8 -
18
years
exp.
| ₹15.4 L/yr - ₹36.9 L/yr |
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Gurgaon / Gurugram
Principal System Engineer
10 -
18
years
exp.
| ₹20.5 L/yr - ₹43.5 L/yr |
Pune
Principal System Engineer
10 -
17
years
exp.
| ₹16.8 L/yr - ₹69 L/yr |
New Delhi
Principal System Engineer
10 -
17
years
exp.
| ₹14 L/yr - ₹32 L/yr |
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Principal System Engineer Salary By Industries
| Industries | Avg. annual salary |
|---|---|
IT Services & Consulting Principal System Engineer
8 -
18
years
exp.
| ₹11.3 L/yr - ₹45 L/yr |
Software Product Principal System Engineer
8 -
18
years
exp.
| ₹15.1 L/yr - ₹51 L/yr |
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Internet Principal System Engineer
8 -
18
years
exp.
| ₹15 L/yr - ₹60 L/yr |
Analytics & KPO Principal System Engineer
11 -
18
years
exp.
| ₹21 L/yr - ₹40 L/yr |
Engineering & Construction Principal System Engineer
9 -
18
years
exp.
| ₹13.6 L/yr - ₹40 L/yr |
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQS) about Principal System Engineer Salaries
What is the salary of a Principal System Engineer in India?
The salary of a Principal System Engineer in India varies based on experience, location, company & Industry.
On average, Principal System Engineer salaries ranges from ₹10.4 Lakhs to ₹42.4 Lakhs per year. Top companies and specialized roles may offer higher compensation.
The average starting salary is around ₹10.4 Lakhs to ₹42.4 Lakhs per year, with the highest salary reaching ₹66.0 Lakhs to ₹100.0 Lakhs per year. Salary estimates are based on 21 salaries received from various Principal System Engineers across industries.
The average starting salary is around ₹10.4 Lakhs to ₹42.4 Lakhs per year, with the highest salary reaching ₹66.0 Lakhs to ₹100.0 Lakhs per year. Salary estimates are based on 21 salaries received from various Principal System Engineers across industries.
What are the top paying companies that employ Principal System Engineers?
Principal System Engineer Salaries at Top paying companies in India are
Salaries depend on experience, role, and location. Additional compensation may include bonuses and stock options.
| Enphase Energy Principal System Engineer Salary | ₹66 Lakhs to ₹1 Lakhs per year |
| Ciena Principal System Engineer Salary | ₹65.4 Lakhs to ₹72.3 Lakhs per year |
| Uptycs, Inc. Principal System Engineer Salary | ₹52 Lakhs to ₹87 Lakhs per year |
| Sabre Principal System Engineer Salary | ₹33.5 Lakhs to ₹66 Lakhs per year |
| Honeywell Technology Solutions Principal System Engineer Salary | ₹45 Lakhs to ₹60 Lakhs per year |
What are the top paying cities for Principal System Engineer in India?
The annual salary for Principal System Engineer in India varies by location. Top paying cities for Principal System Engineer are
Salary expectations for Principal System Engineer may vary based on job roles, experience, and specific employer requirements.
| Principal System Engineer Salary in Bangalore / Bengaluru | ₹13.5 Lakhs to ₹52.0 Lakhs per year |
| Principal System Engineer Salary in Hyderabad / Secunderabad | ₹15.4 Lakhs to ₹36.9 Lakhs per year |
| Principal System Engineer Salary in Gurgaon / Gurugram | ₹20.5 Lakhs to ₹43.5 Lakhs per year |
| Principal System Engineer Salary in Pune | ₹16.8 Lakhs to ₹69.0 Lakhs per year |
| Principal System Engineer Salary in New Delhi | ₹14.0 Lakhs to ₹32.0 Lakhs per year |
What are the top paying industries for Principal System Engineer in India?
Top 5 paying Industries for Principal System Engineer in India are:
| Principal System Engineer Salary in IT Services & Consulting | ₹11.3 Lakhs to ₹45.0 Lakhs per year |
| Principal System Engineer Salary in Software Product | ₹15.1 Lakhs to ₹51.0 Lakhs per year |
| Principal System Engineer Salary in Internet | ₹15.0 Lakhs to ₹60.0 Lakhs per year |
| Principal System Engineer Salary in Analytics & KPO | ₹21.0 Lakhs to ₹40.0 Lakhs per year |
| Principal System Engineer Salary in Engineering & Construction | ₹13.6 Lakhs to ₹40.0 Lakhs per year |
How does experience affect salaries of a Principal System Engineer in India?
Experience significantly impacts a Principal System Engineer salary in India. Salaries increase with experience, as Principal System Engineer take on more complex tasks, responsibilities, and leadership roles.
Principal System Engineer salary at different experience level are as follows:
and so on.
| Experience | Average Salary Range |
|---|---|
| 11 years | ₹10.4 Lakhs to ₹36.0 Lakhs per year |
| 12 years | ₹10.4 Lakhs to ₹33.0 Lakhs per year |
| 13 years | ₹11.0 Lakhs to ₹33.0 Lakhs per year |
| 14 years | ₹17.0 Lakhs to ₹61.0 Lakhs per year |
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