Senior Data Engineer
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Senior Data Engineer Salary in India ranges between ₹7.2 Lakhs to ₹36.8 Lakhs for 3 years of experience to 10 years of experience. Salary estimates are based on 16.4k latest salaries received from Senior Data...
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bp Senior Data Engineer Salary
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Expedia Group Senior Data Engineer Salary
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| Company Name | Avg. annual salary | Open Jobs |
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10
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(51 salaries)
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₹15.5 L/yr - ₹40 L/yr | |
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8
yrs
exp.
(51 salaries)
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₹9 L/yr - ₹30.5 L/yr | |
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2 -
7
yrs
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(50 salaries)
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₹8.6 L/yr - ₹19 L/yr | |
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8
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(50 salaries)
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₹10 L/yr - ₹38.2 L/yr | |
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7
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(49 salaries)
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₹3.7 L/yr - ₹8.6 L/yr | |
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12
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(47 salaries)
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₹19.9 L/yr - ₹40 L/yr | |
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11
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(47 salaries)
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₹17 L/yr - ₹41 L/yr | |
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7
yrs
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(45 salaries)
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₹8 L/yr - ₹29.7 L/yr | |
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10
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(45 salaries)
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₹12.5 L/yr - ₹37 L/yr | 1 job opening |
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8
yrs
exp.
(45 salaries)
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₹15.4 L/yr - ₹39 L/yr | |
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Senior Data Engineer salaries by
| Years of experience | Avg. annual salary |
|---|---|
3
years
(2k
salaries)
| ₹5 L/yr - ₹25 L/yr |
4
years
(2.8k
salaries)
| ₹6.6 L/yr - ₹27 L/yr |
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5
years
(3.2k
salaries)
| ₹8 L/yr - ₹31.8 L/yr |
6
years
(2.6k
salaries)
| ₹9.3 L/yr - ₹36 L/yr |
7
years
(2k
salaries)
| ₹10.1 L/yr - ₹38 L/yr |
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Senior Data Engineer Jobs in India
Senior Data Engineer
· 8-13 years
Schneider Electric India Pvt. Ltd.
Bangalore / Bengaluru
Senior Data Engineer
· 5-10 years
Lowes Services India Private limited
Bangalore / Bengaluru
Senior Data Engineer
· 8-13 years
HDFC Bank Limited
Mumbai
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Senior Data Engineer
• posted on 20 Dec 2024
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Amazing culture, great people and Very technically strong projects. Endless opportunities to upskill.
- Salary - Excellent
+5 more
Dislikes
... policies, senior leadership looks more like high school bullies than corporate. Also bonus and hikes are given out like favours from a benevolent God.
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Senior Associate
• posted on 26 Jan 2025
Likes
Cognizant have lot of job opportunities and provide nice pay according to market standards. People working in cognizant can switch to other technology and work on it.
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+1 more
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Hikes are very less when compare to other companies. Due to internal politics talented people efforts are recognised.
- Skill development - Poor
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IBM
Senior Software Engineer
• posted on 11 Feb 2025
Likes
...king with, generally a nice company with very convenient workspace and culture . No strict timings ,Salary is Good 👍🏻
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+3 more
Dislikes
Medical insurance and other benefits are average. No cab facility for us . Most of team members reporting that they have less work life balance and additional working hours.
read more- Skill development - Poor
+1 more
LTIMindtree
Senior Data Engineer
• posted on 22 Jan 2025
Likes
It depends on project to project. From my experience, I like work-life balance, skill development sessions, and company culture.
read more- Skill development - Good
+4 more
Dislikes
Comparatively lower salaries, less annual salary hike, less promotions, frequent change in management and gap between management and employees.
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Senior Software Engineer
• posted on 16 Mar 2025
Likes
Good work life balance Good hikes. They give atleast 10per every year. ESOP benefits and diwali gifts
- Salary - Excellent
+4 more
Dislikes
They simply hiring people but not giving projects. They put our salary on hold during notice period. The management asked for forceful resignation because I am on bench. Luckily I got another opportunity in few days.
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Senior Data Engineer Salary By Locations
| Locations | Avg. annual salary |
|---|---|
Bangalore / Bengaluru
Senior Data Engineer
3 -
10
years
exp.
| ₹7.5 L/yr - ₹38 L/yr |
Hyderabad / Secunderabad
Senior Data Engineer
3 -
10
years
exp.
| ₹7.7 L/yr - ₹33 L/yr |
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Pune
Senior Data Engineer
3 -
10
years
exp.
| ₹7 L/yr - ₹33 L/yr |
Chennai
Senior Data Engineer
3 -
10
years
exp.
| ₹6.8 L/yr - ₹30 L/yr |
Mumbai
Senior Data Engineer
3 -
10
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exp.
| ₹6.2 L/yr - ₹32 L/yr |
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Senior Data Engineer Salary By Industries
| Industries | Avg. annual salary |
|---|---|
IT Services & Consulting Senior Data Engineer
3 -
10
years
exp.
| ₹7 L/yr - ₹30.9 L/yr |
BPO/KPO Senior Data Engineer
3 -
10
years
exp.
| ₹5.7 L/yr - ₹20 L/yr |
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Software Product Senior Data Engineer
3 -
10
years
exp.
| ₹8.9 L/yr - ₹38 L/yr |
Internet Senior Data Engineer
3 -
10
years
exp.
| ₹9.1 L/yr - ₹41.4 L/yr |
Financial Services Senior Data Engineer
3 -
10
years
exp.
| ₹9.5 L/yr - ₹35 L/yr |
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQS) about Senior Data Engineer Salaries
What is the salary of a Senior Data Engineer in India?
The salary of a Senior Data Engineer in India varies based on experience, location, company & Industry.
On average, Senior Data Engineer salaries ranges from ₹7.2 Lakhs to ₹36.8 Lakhs per year. Top companies and specialized roles may offer higher compensation.
The average starting salary is around ₹7.2 Lakhs to ₹36.8 Lakhs per year, with the highest salary reaching ₹28.0 Lakhs to ₹55.2 Lakhs per year. Salary estimates are based on 16.4k salaries received from various Senior Data Engineers across industries.
The average starting salary is around ₹7.2 Lakhs to ₹36.8 Lakhs per year, with the highest salary reaching ₹28.0 Lakhs to ₹55.2 Lakhs per year. Salary estimates are based on 16.4k salaries received from various Senior Data Engineers across industries.
What are the top paying companies that employ Senior Data Engineers?
Senior Data Engineer Salaries at Top paying companies in India are
Salaries depend on experience, role, and location. Additional compensation may include bonuses and stock options.
| bp Senior Data Engineer Salary | ₹28 Lakhs to ₹55.2 Lakhs per year |
| Expedia Group Senior Data Engineer Salary | ₹32 Lakhs to ₹88.5 Lakhs per year |
| Google Senior Data Engineer Salary | ₹28 Lakhs to ₹80 Lakhs per year |
| Adidas Senior Data Engineer Salary | ₹35 Lakhs to ₹45 Lakhs per year |
| Walmart Senior Data Engineer Salary | ₹32 Lakhs to ₹66 Lakhs per year |
What are the top paying cities for Senior Data Engineer in India?
The annual salary for Senior Data Engineer in India varies by location. Top paying cities for Senior Data Engineer are
Salary expectations for Senior Data Engineer may vary based on job roles, experience, and specific employer requirements.
| Senior Data Engineer Salary in Bangalore / Bengaluru | ₹7.5 Lakhs to ₹38.0 Lakhs per year |
| Senior Data Engineer Salary in Hyderabad / Secunderabad | ₹7.7 Lakhs to ₹33.0 Lakhs per year |
| Senior Data Engineer Salary in Pune | ₹7.0 Lakhs to ₹33.0 Lakhs per year |
| Senior Data Engineer Salary in Chennai | ₹6.8 Lakhs to ₹30.0 Lakhs per year |
| Senior Data Engineer Salary in Mumbai | ₹6.2 Lakhs to ₹32.0 Lakhs per year |
What are the top paying industries for Senior Data Engineer in India?
Top 5 paying Industries for Senior Data Engineer in India are:
| Senior Data Engineer Salary in IT Services & Consulting | ₹7.0 Lakhs to ₹30.9 Lakhs per year |
| Senior Data Engineer Salary in BPO/KPO | ₹5.7 Lakhs to ₹20.0 Lakhs per year |
| Senior Data Engineer Salary in Software Product | ₹8.9 Lakhs to ₹38.0 Lakhs per year |
| Senior Data Engineer Salary in Internet | ₹9.1 Lakhs to ₹41.4 Lakhs per year |
| Senior Data Engineer Salary in Financial Services | ₹9.5 Lakhs to ₹35.0 Lakhs per year |
How does experience affect salaries of a Senior Data Engineer in India?
Experience significantly impacts a Senior Data Engineer salary in India. Salaries increase with experience, as Senior Data Engineer take on more complex tasks, responsibilities, and leadership roles.
Senior Data Engineer salary at different experience level are as follows:
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| Experience | Average Salary Range |
|---|---|
| 3 years | ₹5.0 Lakhs to ₹25.0 Lakhs per year |
| 4 years | ₹6.6 Lakhs to ₹27.0 Lakhs per year |
| 5 years | ₹8.0 Lakhs to ₹31.8 Lakhs per year |
| 6 years | ₹9.3 Lakhs to ₹36.0 Lakhs per year |
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