Senior Software Design Engineer
Annual salary range
₹11 Lakhs - ₹25 Lakhs
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Filter salaries bySenior Software Design Engineer Salary in Chennai (Updated 2025)
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latest salaries
• updated:
3 Jan 2025
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Senior Software Design Engineer Salary in Chennai ranges between ₹11 Lakhs to ₹25 Lakhs for 4 years of experience to 10 years of experience. Salary estimates are based on 68 latest salaries received from Senior...
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| Company Name | Avg. annual salary | Open Jobs |
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Chennai
(63 salaries)
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₹10.5 L/yr - ₹27.1 L/yr | |
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Chennai
(5 salaries)
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₹11 L/yr - ₹19 L/yr | |
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Chennai
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₹8.3 L/yr - ₹28 L/yr | |
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Chennai
(4 salaries)
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₹6.8 L/yr - ₹11.5 L/yr | |
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Chennai
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₹18 L/yr - ₹23 L/yr | |
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Chennai
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₹14.3 L/yr - ₹18.2 L/yr | |
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Chennai
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₹22.5 L/yr - ₹28.8 L/yr | |
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Chennai
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₹11.3 L/yr - ₹14.4 L/yr | |
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Chennai
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₹16.4 L/yr - ₹21 L/yr | |
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Chennai
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₹7.3 L/yr - ₹9.3 L/yr | |
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Newgen Software Technologies
Senior Software Design Engineer
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Senior Software Design Engineer
5 years exp.
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Senior Software Design Engineer
3 years exp.
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Senior Software Design Engineer
5 years exp.
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Advanced Micro Devices
Senior Software Design Engineer
8 years exp.
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CoreEL Technologies
Senior Software Design Engineer
3 years exp.
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Newgen Software Technologies
Senior Software Design Engineer
5 years exp.
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WinWire
Senior Software Design Engineer
6 years exp.
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Senior Software Design Engineer
4 years exp.
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Senior Software Design Engineer
6 years exp.
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Senior Software Design Engineer salaries by
| Years of experience | Avg. annual salary |
|---|---|
3
years
(2
salaries)
| ₹4.2 L/yr - ₹9.3 L/yr |
4
years
(2
salaries)
| ₹10.9 L/yr - ₹11.5 L/yr |
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5
years
(3
salaries)
| ₹12 L/yr - ₹15.2 L/yr |
6
years
(7
salaries)
| ₹10.5 L/yr - ₹20.1 L/yr |
7
years
(10
salaries)
| ₹11.9 L/yr - ₹21.3 L/yr |
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Senior Software Design Engineer Jobs in Chennai
Senior Software Design Engineer
· 2-5 years
CoreEl Technologies
Bangalore / Bengaluru
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• posted on 17 Oct 2022
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Senior Software Design Engineer in Bangalore / Bengaluru
• posted on 14 May 2023
Likes
The learning will be good as they will ask you to complete certifications and pay for it.
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Dislikes
Most of the time the project time estimation will be not sufficient. They will ask you to complete the project with less time and good quality which puts lot of pressure on employee.
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Senior Software Design Engineer Salary In Other Locations
| Locations | Avg. annual salary |
|---|---|
Bangalore / Bengaluru
Senior Software Design Engineer
2 -
10
years
exp.
| ₹7 L/yr - ₹23.4 L/yr |
Hyderabad / Secunderabad
Senior Software Design Engineer
2 -
10
years
exp.
| ₹6 L/yr - ₹30 L/yr |
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Noida
Senior Software Design Engineer
3 -
5
years
exp.
| ₹7 L/yr - ₹13.3 L/yr |
Pune
Senior Software Design Engineer
3 -
10
years
exp.
| ₹6.8 L/yr - ₹25 L/yr |
New Delhi
Senior Software Design Engineer
2 -
9
years
exp.
| ₹8 L/yr - ₹16 L/yr |
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Senior Software Design Engineer Salary By Industries
| Industries | Avg. annual salary |
|---|---|
Internet Senior Software Design Engineer
2 -
10
years
exp.
| ₹7.1 L/yr - ₹26 L/yr |
IT Services & Consulting Senior Software Design Engineer
2 -
10
years
exp.
| ₹6.6 L/yr - ₹20 L/yr |
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Software Product Senior Software Design Engineer
3 -
10
years
exp.
| ₹7.2 L/yr - ₹26 L/yr |
Manufacturing Senior Software Design Engineer
2 -
10
years
exp.
| ₹11.2 L/yr - ₹26 L/yr |
Industrial Machinery Senior Software Design Engineer
5 -
10
years
exp.
| ₹10 L/yr - ₹26 L/yr |
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQS) about Senior Software Design Engineer Salaries
What is the salary of a Senior Software Design Engineer in India?
The salary of a Senior Software Design Engineer in India varies based on experience, location, company & Industry.
On average, Senior Software Design Engineer salaries ranges from ₹11.0 Lakhs to ₹25.0 Lakhs per year. Top companies and specialized roles may offer higher compensation.
The average starting salary is around ₹11.0 Lakhs to ₹25.0 Lakhs per year, with the highest salary reaching ₹12.0 Lakhs to ₹20.0 Lakhs per year. Salary estimates are based on 68 salaries received from various Senior Software Design Engineers across industries.
The average starting salary is around ₹11.0 Lakhs to ₹25.0 Lakhs per year, with the highest salary reaching ₹12.0 Lakhs to ₹20.0 Lakhs per year. Salary estimates are based on 68 salaries received from various Senior Software Design Engineers across industries.
What are the top paying companies that employ Senior Software Design Engineers?
Senior Software Design Engineer Salaries at Top paying companies in India are
Salaries depend on experience, role, and location. Additional compensation may include bonuses and stock options.
| Schneider Electric Senior Software Design Engineer Salary | ₹12 Lakhs to ₹20 Lakhs per year |
| WinWire Senior Software Design Engineer Salary | ₹7.8 Lakhs to ₹20 Lakhs per year |
| Newgen Software Technologies Senior Software Design Engineer Salary | ₹8.5 Lakhs to ₹15 Lakhs per year |
| Mistral Solutions Senior Software Design Engineer Salary | ₹3.6 Lakhs to ₹12 Lakhs per year |
What are the top paying cities for Senior Software Design Engineer in India?
The annual salary for Senior Software Design Engineer in India varies by location. Top paying cities for Senior Software Design Engineer are
Salary expectations for Senior Software Design Engineer may vary based on job roles, experience, and specific employer requirements.
| Senior Software Design Engineer Salary in Coimbatore | ₹12.0 Lakhs to ₹26.0 Lakhs per year |
| Senior Software Design Engineer Salary in Pune | ₹6.8 Lakhs to ₹25.0 Lakhs per year |
| Senior Software Design Engineer Salary in Bangalore / Bengaluru | ₹7.0 Lakhs to ₹23.4 Lakhs per year |
| Senior Software Design Engineer Salary in Thiruvananthapuram | ₹5.1 Lakhs to ₹23.9 Lakhs per year |
| Senior Software Design Engineer Salary in Hyderabad / Secunderabad | ₹6.0 Lakhs to ₹30.0 Lakhs per year |
What are the top paying industries for Senior Software Design Engineer in India?
Top 5 paying Industries for Senior Software Design Engineer in India are:
| Senior Software Design Engineer Salary in Automobile | ₹11.2 Lakhs to ₹26.0 Lakhs per year |
| Senior Software Design Engineer Salary in Industrial Machinery | ₹10.0 Lakhs to ₹26.0 Lakhs per year |
| Senior Software Design Engineer Salary in Manufacturing | ₹11.2 Lakhs to ₹26.0 Lakhs per year |
| Senior Software Design Engineer Salary in Software Product | ₹7.2 Lakhs to ₹26.0 Lakhs per year |
| Senior Software Design Engineer Salary in Industrial Automation | ₹13.2 Lakhs to ₹23.0 Lakhs per year |
How does experience affect salaries of a Senior Software Design Engineer in India?
Experience significantly impacts a Senior Software Design Engineer salary in India. Salaries increase with experience, as Senior Software Design Engineer take on more complex tasks, responsibilities, and leadership roles.
Senior Software Design Engineer salary at different experience level are as follows:
and so on.
| Experience | Average Salary Range |
|---|---|
| 3 years | ₹4.2 Lakhs to ₹9.3 Lakhs per year |
| 4 years | ₹10.9 Lakhs to ₹11.5 Lakhs per year |
| 5 years | ₹12.0 Lakhs to ₹15.2 Lakhs per year |
| 6 years | ₹10.5 Lakhs to ₹20.1 Lakhs per year |
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