Senior Principal Engineer
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₹15 Lakhs - ₹75 Lakhs
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Filter salaries bySenior Principal Engineer Salary in Bangalore / Bengaluru (Updated 2025)
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• updated:
6 Apr 2025
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Senior Principal Engineer Salary in Bangalore / Bengaluru ranges between ₹15 Lakhs to ₹75 Lakhs for 9 years of experience to 19 years of experience. Salary estimates are based on 588 latest salaries received from...
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| Company name | Avg. annual salary | Open Jobs |
|---|---|---|
CarMax Senior Principal Engineer Salary
15 years exp |  | |
Broadcom Senior Principal Engineer Salary
15 years exp | | |
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15 years exp | | 2 job openings |
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| Company Name | Avg. annual salary | Open Jobs |
|---|---|---|
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16
yrs
exp.
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Bangalore / Bengaluru
(4 salaries)
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₹12.4 L/yr - ₹43 L/yr | |
18 -
25
yrs
exp.
.
Bangalore / Bengaluru
(4 salaries)
|
₹51 L/yr - ₹85 L/yr | |
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11 -
14
yrs
exp.
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Bangalore / Bengaluru
(4 salaries)
|
₹18.5 L/yr - ₹30 L/yr | |
12 -
20
yrs
exp.
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Bangalore / Bengaluru
(4 salaries)
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₹18.5 L/yr - ₹60 L/yr | |
16 -
18
yrs
exp.
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Bangalore / Bengaluru
(4 salaries)
|
₹33 L/yr - ₹35 L/yr | |
17 -
19
yrs
exp.
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Bangalore / Bengaluru
(3 salaries)
|
₹60 L/yr - ₹82.5 L/yr | |
10 -
22
yrs
exp.
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Bangalore / Bengaluru
(3 salaries)
|
₹13.9 L/yr - ₹20 L/yr | |
8 -
21
yrs
exp.
.
Bangalore / Bengaluru
(3 salaries)
|
₹45 L/yr - ₹68 L/yr | |
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10 -
13
yrs
exp.
.
Bangalore / Bengaluru
(3 salaries)
|
₹16 L/yr - ₹18 L/yr | |
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OPPO
Senior Principal Engineer
14 years exp.
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Hughes Systique Corporation
Senior Principal Engineer
9 years exp.
4d ago
Wissen Technology
Senior Principal Engineer
10 years exp.
4d ago
Marsh McLennan
Senior Principal Engineer
10 years exp.
5d ago
UNO Minda
Senior Principal Engineer
14 years exp.
5d ago
T-Systems ICT India
Senior Principal Engineer
12 years exp.
6d ago
Wissen Technology
Senior Principal Engineer
14 years exp.
6d ago
Tricon Infotech
Senior Principal Engineer
11 years exp.
1w ago
Dell EMC
Senior Principal Engineer
13 years exp.
1w ago
Wissen Technology
Senior Principal Engineer
11 years exp.
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Senior Principal Engineer salaries by
| Years of experience | Avg. annual salary |
|---|---|
9
years
(33
salaries)
| ₹13.5 L/yr - ₹65 L/yr |
10
years
(50
salaries)
| ₹11.9 L/yr - ₹46 L/yr |
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11
years
(61
salaries)
| ₹13.3 L/yr - ₹52 L/yr |
12
years
(64
salaries)
| ₹18 L/yr - ₹65 L/yr |
13
years
(57
salaries)
| ₹14.9 L/yr - ₹65 L/yr |
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Senior Principal Engineer Jobs in Bangalore / Bengaluru
Senior Principal Engineer
· 13-18 years
Dell International Services India Private Limited
Bangalore / Bengaluru
Senior Principal Engineer
· 10-15 years
AECOM India Private Limited
Bangalore / Bengaluru
Senior Principal Engineer
· 20-25 years
JGC
Chennai
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Oracle
Senior Consultant
• posted on 02 Jul 2023
Likes
Salary and Benefits should be provided as per experience.
- Skill development - Excellent
+5 more
Dislikes
Onsite opportunity is not like other MNCs like TCS, Cognizant, Accenture, Wipro and IBM.
Dell EMC
Senior Software Engineer in Pune
• posted on 16 Oct 2023
Likes
Yes I like working at dell. You get good salary Good variables Work life balance. Points for hardwork and timely feedback of work. Remote work + hybrid working
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+2 more
Dislikes
No free food. No internet reimbursement for remote employee. Taxes on gifts card provided No Sodexo Too much trainings Too much work irrelevant to your role Like I do testing for development work of others. No health insurance for your parents.
read more- Promotions - Poor
Marsh McLennan
Senior Associate
• posted on 11 Jan 2018
Likes
The work culture is wonderful, salary is best in industry, timely training is provided, over all wonderful place to work with.
read more- Salary - Excellent
+6 more
Dislikes
Nothing as such.
Wissen Technology
Senior Principal Engineer in Pune
• posted on 21 Jan 2025
Likes
Overall it is great place to work in terms of work life balance, compensation, management support and work place.
read more- Salary - Excellent
+6 more
Dislikes
Nothing for now.
Saipem
Senior Engineer in Chennai
• posted on 01 Jan 2020
Likes
The company is very good and ppl working here are understanding.
- Job security - Good
+3 more
Dislikes
...ation and growth. This is sad part about it. Yearly average increment is just5%. No increase in salary otherwise for the lifetime!
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Senior Principal Engineer Salary In Other Locations
| Locations | Avg. annual salary |
|---|---|
Mumbai
Senior Principal Engineer
9 -
19
years
exp.
| ₹10 L/yr - ₹42 L/yr |
Chennai
Senior Principal Engineer
10 -
19
years
exp.
| ₹9.1 L/yr - ₹48 L/yr |
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Pune
Senior Principal Engineer
9 -
19
years
exp.
| ₹18 L/yr - ₹77 L/yr |
Noida
Senior Principal Engineer
9 -
18
years
exp.
| ₹16 L/yr - ₹56 L/yr |
Hyderabad / Secunderabad
Senior Principal Engineer
9 -
19
years
exp.
| ₹10 L/yr - ₹60 L/yr |
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Senior Principal Engineer Salary By Industries
| Industries | Avg. annual salary |
|---|---|
IT Services & Consulting Senior Principal Engineer
9 -
19
years
exp.
| ₹16.5 L/yr - ₹60 L/yr |
Software Product Senior Principal Engineer
9 -
19
years
exp.
| ₹20.5 L/yr - ₹65 L/yr |
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Engineering & Construction Senior Principal Engineer
9 -
19
years
exp.
| ₹16 L/yr - ₹36 L/yr |
Internet Senior Principal Engineer
9 -
19
years
exp.
| ₹21.4 L/yr - ₹80 L/yr |
Financial Services Senior Principal Engineer
9 -
19
years
exp.
| ₹12 L/yr - ₹48 L/yr |
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQS) about Senior Principal Engineer Salaries
What is the salary of a Senior Principal Engineer in India?
The salary of a Senior Principal Engineer in India varies based on experience, location, company & Industry.
On average, Senior Principal Engineer salaries ranges from ₹15.0 Lakhs to ₹75.0 Lakhs per year. Top companies and specialized roles may offer higher compensation.
The average starting salary is around ₹15.0 Lakhs to ₹75.0 Lakhs per year, with the highest salary reaching ₹152.0 Lakhs to ₹168.0 Lakhs per year. Salary estimates are based on 588 salaries received from various Senior Principal Engineers across industries.
The average starting salary is around ₹15.0 Lakhs to ₹75.0 Lakhs per year, with the highest salary reaching ₹152.0 Lakhs to ₹168.0 Lakhs per year. Salary estimates are based on 588 salaries received from various Senior Principal Engineers across industries.
What are the top paying companies that employ Senior Principal Engineers?
Senior Principal Engineer Salaries at Top paying companies in India are
Salaries depend on experience, role, and location. Additional compensation may include bonuses and stock options.
| CarMax Senior Principal Engineer Salary | ₹1.5 Lakhs to ₹1.7 Lakhs per year |
| Broadcom Senior Principal Engineer Salary | ₹1.1 Lakhs to ₹1.3 Lakhs per year |
| Arcesium Senior Principal Engineer Salary | ₹98 Lakhs to ₹1.5 Lakhs per year |
| Amazon Development Centre India Senior Principal Engineer Salary | ₹95 Lakhs to ₹1.1 Lakhs per year |
| Amazon Senior Principal Engineer Salary | ₹38 Lakhs to ₹1.2 Lakhs per year |
What are the top paying cities for Senior Principal Engineer in India?
The annual salary for Senior Principal Engineer in India varies by location. Top paying cities for Senior Principal Engineer are
Salary expectations for Senior Principal Engineer may vary based on job roles, experience, and specific employer requirements.
| Senior Principal Engineer Salary in Pune | ₹18.0 Lakhs to ₹77.0 Lakhs per year |
| Senior Principal Engineer Salary in Hyderabad / Secunderabad | ₹10.0 Lakhs to ₹60.0 Lakhs per year |
| Senior Principal Engineer Salary in Noida | ₹16.0 Lakhs to ₹56.0 Lakhs per year |
| Senior Principal Engineer Salary in Gurgaon / Gurugram | ₹20.0 Lakhs to ₹75.0 Lakhs per year |
| Senior Principal Engineer Salary in Chennai | ₹9.1 Lakhs to ₹48.0 Lakhs per year |
What are the top paying industries for Senior Principal Engineer in India?
Top 5 paying Industries for Senior Principal Engineer in India are:
| Senior Principal Engineer Salary in Consumer Electronics & Appliances | ₹25.0 Lakhs to ₹65.0 Lakhs per year |
| Senior Principal Engineer Salary in Internet | ₹21.4 Lakhs to ₹80.0 Lakhs per year |
| Senior Principal Engineer Salary in Manufacturing | ₹14.0 Lakhs to ₹70.0 Lakhs per year |
| Senior Principal Engineer Salary in Software Product | ₹20.5 Lakhs to ₹65.0 Lakhs per year |
| Senior Principal Engineer Salary in Hardware & Networking | ₹16.2 Lakhs to ₹70.0 Lakhs per year |
How does experience affect salaries of a Senior Principal Engineer in India?
Experience significantly impacts a Senior Principal Engineer salary in India. Salaries increase with experience, as Senior Principal Engineer take on more complex tasks, responsibilities, and leadership roles.
Senior Principal Engineer salary at different experience level are as follows:
and so on.
| Experience | Average Salary Range |
|---|---|
| 9 years | ₹13.5 Lakhs to ₹65.0 Lakhs per year |
| 10 years | ₹11.9 Lakhs to ₹46.0 Lakhs per year |
| 11 years | ₹13.3 Lakhs to ₹52.0 Lakhs per year |
| 12 years | ₹18.0 Lakhs to ₹65.0 Lakhs per year |
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