Senior Principal Engineer
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₹13.5 Lakhs - ₹64.6 Lakhs
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Filter salaries bySenior Principal Engineer Salary in India (Updated 2025)
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• updated:
21 Mar 2025
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Senior Principal Engineer Salary in India ranges between ₹13.5 Lakhs to ₹64.6 Lakhs for 9 years of experience to 19 years of experience. Salary estimates are based on 1.8k latest salaries received from Senior Principal...
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| Company name | Avg. annual salary | Open Jobs |
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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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15 years exp | | |
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| Company Name | Avg. annual salary | Open Jobs |
|---|---|---|
8 -
15
yrs
exp.
(134 salaries)
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₹22 L/yr - ₹48 L/yr | |
13 -
19
yrs
exp.
(113 salaries)
|
₹15 L/yr - ₹35 L/yr | |
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15 -
20
yrs
exp.
(108 salaries)
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₹14.3 L/yr - ₹33 L/yr | |
12 -
17
yrs
exp.
(84 salaries)
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₹14.3 L/yr - ₹27.5 L/yr | |
6 -
13
yrs
exp.
(82 salaries)
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₹16 L/yr - ₹36.5 L/yr | |
9 -
14
yrs
exp.
(67 salaries)
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₹18 L/yr - ₹36 L/yr | |
13 -
20
yrs
exp.
(56 salaries)
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₹23 L/yr - ₹70 L/yr | 5 job openings |
14 -
20
yrs
exp.
(53 salaries)
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₹24.6 L/yr - ₹68.5 L/yr | |
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11 -
19
yrs
exp.
(51 salaries)
|
₹17.1 L/yr - ₹66 L/yr | |
12 -
17
yrs
exp.
(45 salaries)
|
₹16.5 L/yr - ₹40 L/yr | |
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9 years exp.
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Wissen Technology
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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.
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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
(100
salaries)
| ₹10.6 L/yr - ₹55 L/yr |
10
years
(162
salaries)
| ₹11.3 L/yr - ₹50.3 L/yr |
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11
years
(136
salaries)
| ₹13.3 L/yr - ₹52.5 L/yr |
12
years
(197
salaries)
| ₹14.5 L/yr - ₹55 L/yr |
13
years
(189
salaries)
| ₹10 L/yr - ₹77 L/yr |
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Senior Principal Engineer Jobs in India
Senior Principal Engineer
· 7-10 years
GlaxoSmithKline Pharmaceuticals Limited
Bangalore / Bengaluru
Senior Principal Engineer
· 13-18 years
Dell International Services India Private Limited
Bangalore / Bengaluru
Senior Principal Engineer
· 4-6 years
MARSH MCLENNAN GLOBAL SERVICES INDIA PRIVATE LIMITED
Pune
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• posted on 11 Jan 2018
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• posted on 09 Sep 2022
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Wissen Technology
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• posted on 21 Jan 2025
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Overall it is great place to work in terms of work life balance, compensation, management support and work place.
read more- Salary - Excellent
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Saipem
Senior Engineer
• posted on 01 Jan 2020
Likes
The company is very good and ppl working here are understanding.
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Senior Principal Engineer Salary By Locations
| Locations | Avg. annual salary |
|---|---|
Bangalore / Bengaluru
Senior Principal Engineer
9 -
19
years
exp.
| ₹14.5 L/yr - ₹66 L/yr |
Mumbai
Senior Principal Engineer
9 -
19
years
exp.
| ₹10 L/yr - ₹42 L/yr |
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Chennai
Senior Principal Engineer
9 -
19
years
exp.
| ₹9.1 L/yr - ₹50 L/yr |
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 - ₹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.
| ₹15 L/yr - ₹57.5 L/yr |
Software Product Senior Principal Engineer
9 -
19
years
exp.
| ₹20.2 L/yr - ₹60 L/yr |
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Engineering & Construction Senior Principal Engineer
9 -
19
years
exp.
| ₹16 L/yr - ₹35 L/yr |
Financial Services Senior Principal Engineer
9 -
19
years
exp.
| ₹10 L/yr - ₹48 L/yr |
Internet Senior Principal Engineer
9 -
19
years
exp.
| ₹20.4 L/yr - ₹75 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 ₹13.5 Lakhs to ₹64.6 Lakhs per year. Top companies and specialized roles may offer higher compensation.
The average starting salary is around ₹13.5 Lakhs to ₹64.6 Lakhs per year, with the highest salary reaching ₹152.0 Lakhs to ₹168.0 Lakhs per year. Salary estimates are based on 1.8k salaries received from various Senior Principal Engineers across industries.
The average starting salary is around ₹13.5 Lakhs to ₹64.6 Lakhs per year, with the highest salary reaching ₹152.0 Lakhs to ₹168.0 Lakhs per year. Salary estimates are based on 1.8k 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 Senior Principal Engineer Salary | ₹38 Lakhs to ₹1.2 Lakhs per year |
| Caavo Senior Principal Engineer Salary | ₹92 Lakhs to ₹98 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 Bangalore / Bengaluru | ₹14.5 Lakhs to ₹66.0 Lakhs per year |
| Senior Principal Engineer Salary in Mumbai | ₹10.0 Lakhs to ₹42.0 Lakhs per year |
| Senior Principal Engineer Salary in Chennai | ₹9.1 Lakhs to ₹50.0 Lakhs per year |
| Senior Principal Engineer Salary in Pune | ₹18.0 Lakhs to ₹77.0 Lakhs per year |
| Senior Principal Engineer Salary in Noida | ₹16.0 Lakhs to ₹60.0 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 IT Services & Consulting | ₹15.0 Lakhs to ₹57.5 Lakhs per year |
| Senior Principal Engineer Salary in Software Product | ₹20.2 Lakhs to ₹60.0 Lakhs per year |
| Senior Principal Engineer Salary in Engineering & Construction | ₹16.0 Lakhs to ₹35.0 Lakhs per year |
| Senior Principal Engineer Salary in Financial Services | ₹10.0 Lakhs to ₹48.0 Lakhs per year |
| Senior Principal Engineer Salary in Internet | ₹20.4 Lakhs to ₹75.0 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 | ₹10.6 Lakhs to ₹55.0 Lakhs per year |
| 10 years | ₹11.3 Lakhs to ₹50.3 Lakhs per year |
| 11 years | ₹13.3 Lakhs to ₹52.5 Lakhs per year |
| 12 years | ₹14.5 Lakhs to ₹55.0 Lakhs per year |
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