Senior Technical Writer
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₹5 Lakhs - ₹20 Lakhs
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• updated:
24 Mar 2025
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Senior Technical Writer Salary in Chennai ranges between ₹5 Lakhs to ₹20 Lakhs for 4 years of experience to 12 years of experience. Salary estimates are based on 432 latest salaries received from Senior Technical...
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| Company name | Avg. annual salary | Open Jobs |
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Salesforce Senior Technical Writer Salary
7 years exp |  | |
ServiceNow Senior Technical Writer Salary
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| Company Name | Avg. annual salary | Open Jobs |
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Chennai
(4 salaries)
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₹9 L/yr - ₹11.3 L/yr | |
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Chennai
(4 salaries)
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₹5.5 L/yr - ₹8.7 L/yr | |
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Chennai
(4 salaries)
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₹6.2 L/yr - ₹10.6 L/yr | |
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Chennai
(3 salaries)
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₹10.1 L/yr - ₹12 L/yr | |
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Chennai
(3 salaries)
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₹6.1 L/yr - ₹6.2 L/yr | |
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Chennai
(3 salaries)
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₹3.6 L/yr - ₹7 L/yr | |
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Chennai
(3 salaries)
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₹16 L/yr - ₹17 L/yr | |
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11
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Chennai
(3 salaries)
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₹8.5 L/yr - ₹18.6 L/yr | |
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Chennai
(3 salaries)
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₹9 L/yr - ₹13.3 L/yr | |
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Chennai
(3 salaries)
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₹13.8 L/yr - ₹14.3 L/yr | |
Latest annual salaries shared by Senior Technical Writers
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PEARCE SERVICES
Senior Technical Writer
6 years exp.
1d ago
SAS
Senior Technical Writer
12 years exp.
2d ago
Artech
Senior Technical Writer
7 years exp.
2d ago
R Systems International
Senior Technical Writer
5 years exp.
2d ago
Helpshift
Senior Technical Writer
7 years exp.
2d ago
HealthEdge Technologies
Senior Technical Writer
8 years exp.
2d ago
OpenText Technologies
Senior Technical Writer
6 years exp.
2d ago
Infinera
Senior Technical Writer
6 years exp.
3d ago
Rolls-Royce Power Systems
Senior Technical Writer
10 years exp.
3d ago
Ericsson
Senior Technical Writer
12 years exp.
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Senior Technical Writer salaries by
| Years of experience | Avg. annual salary |
|---|---|
4
years
(29
salaries)
| ₹4.3 L/yr - ₹10.7 L/yr |
5
years
(50
salaries)
| ₹4 L/yr - ₹12.5 L/yr |
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6
years
(46
salaries)
| ₹6 L/yr - ₹16.5 L/yr |
7
years
(57
salaries)
| ₹5.5 L/yr - ₹18.6 L/yr |
8
years
(64
salaries)
| ₹5.6 L/yr - ₹15 L/yr |
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Senior Technical Writer Jobs in Chennai
Senior Technical Writer
· 7-12 years
Schneider Electric India Pvt. Ltd.
Bangalore / Bengaluru
Senior Technical Writer
· 3-6 years
Epsilon Asia Group Of Companies
Bangalore / Bengaluru
Senior Technical Writer
· 3-5 years
ZS Associates
Pune
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Senior Associate in Noida
• posted on 26 Feb 2025
Likes
1) Work life balance is Ok 2) Good Managers and colleagues 3) Job security is good 4) Work satisfaction
- Job security - Good
+2 more
Dislikes
1) Salary is too less 2) Salary increment is very less 3) increment does not happen on time 4) 2_3 % hike yearly 5) No skill development 6) Politics
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Senior Associate in Kolkata
• posted on 10 Jan 2025
Likes
If you swith to Cognizant, they will provide good salary compared to other service based company. They also push their associate for skill development with regular certification drive.
read more- Salary - Good
+1 more
Dislikes
The appraisal system dropped drastically in couple of years. Very minimum salary hike with high ratings.
- Promotions - Poor
Tech Mahindra
Technical Lead in Pune
• posted on 05 Feb 2025
Likes
Before 2019 I felt everything ok. But, in recent times nothing to share which felt ok except If you are working you will get Salary on time.
read more- Salary - Good
Dislikes
Bench period seems to be dangerous. If somebody is on bench then start Looking for job in another Company. Please don't trust you will get project once released. May be its a challanging time for tech m.
read moreWipro
Technical Lead in Pune
• posted on 04 Feb 2025
Likes
Wipro is open opportunity organization in terms of providing skills development platforms for employees and
- Skill development - Excellent
+3 more
Dislikes
..., rarely i see someone talked about employees growth, all in talk and documents. benefits are also less and lot of deductions happens in pay and we do not proper visibility where it goes.
read more- Promotions - Poor
Capgemini
Senior Consultant in Gurgaon / Gurugram
• posted on 18 Mar 2025
Likes
Work Life balance although project dependent, skill development is highly focused area, work satisfaction is again project dependent, Company culture is very good, Job security is also very good.
read more- Skill development - Excellent
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Senior Technical Writer Salary In Other Locations
| Locations | Avg. annual salary |
|---|---|
Bangalore / Bengaluru
Senior Technical Writer
4 -
12
years
exp.
| ₹6 L/yr - ₹24 L/yr |
Hyderabad / Secunderabad
Senior Technical Writer
4 -
12
years
exp.
| ₹5.2 L/yr - ₹21 L/yr |
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Pune
Senior Technical Writer
4 -
12
years
exp.
| ₹6 L/yr - ₹25 L/yr |
Mumbai
Senior Technical Writer
4 -
12
years
exp.
| ₹5.2 L/yr - ₹19.3 L/yr |
Noida
Senior Technical Writer
4 -
12
years
exp.
| ₹5.2 L/yr - ₹26.3 L/yr |
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Senior Technical Writer Salary By Industries
| Industries | Avg. annual salary |
|---|---|
IT Services & Consulting Senior Technical Writer
4 -
12
years
exp.
| ₹5.4 L/yr - ₹22 L/yr |
Software Product Senior Technical Writer
4 -
12
years
exp.
| ₹6 L/yr - ₹26 L/yr |
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Internet Senior Technical Writer
4 -
12
years
exp.
| ₹6 L/yr - ₹28 L/yr |
Hardware & Networking Senior Technical Writer
4 -
12
years
exp.
| ₹6 L/yr - ₹26 L/yr |
Analytics & KPO Senior Technical Writer
4 -
12
years
exp.
| ₹5.8 L/yr - ₹22.5 L/yr |
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQS) about Senior Technical Writer Salaries
What is the salary of a Senior Technical Writer in India?
The salary of a Senior Technical Writer in India varies based on experience, location, company & Industry.
On average, Senior Technical Writer salaries ranges from ₹5.0 Lakhs to ₹20.0 Lakhs per year. Top companies and specialized roles may offer higher compensation.
The average starting salary is around ₹5.0 Lakhs to ₹20.0 Lakhs per year, with the highest salary reaching ₹22.0 Lakhs to ₹33.0 Lakhs per year. Salary estimates are based on 432 salaries received from various Senior Technical Writers across industries.
The average starting salary is around ₹5.0 Lakhs to ₹20.0 Lakhs per year, with the highest salary reaching ₹22.0 Lakhs to ₹33.0 Lakhs per year. Salary estimates are based on 432 salaries received from various Senior Technical Writers across industries.
What are the top paying companies that employ Senior Technical Writers?
Senior Technical Writer Salaries at Top paying companies in India are
Salaries depend on experience, role, and location. Additional compensation may include bonuses and stock options.
| Salesforce Senior Technical Writer Salary | ₹22 Lakhs to ₹33 Lakhs per year |
| ServiceNow Senior Technical Writer Salary | ₹22 Lakhs to ₹30 Lakhs per year |
| NXP Semiconductors Senior Technical Writer Salary | ₹15 Lakhs to ₹39.1 Lakhs per year |
| Amdocs Senior Technical Writer Salary | ₹13 Lakhs to ₹22 Lakhs per year |
| Oracle Financial Services Software Senior Technical Writer Salary | ₹15 Lakhs to ₹35.6 Lakhs per year |
What are the top paying cities for Senior Technical Writer in India?
The annual salary for Senior Technical Writer in India varies by location. Top paying cities for Senior Technical Writer are
Salary expectations for Senior Technical Writer may vary based on job roles, experience, and specific employer requirements.
| Senior Technical Writer Salary in Chandigarh | ₹5.0 Lakhs to ₹20.0 Lakhs per year |
| Senior Technical Writer Salary in Noida | ₹5.2 Lakhs to ₹26.3 Lakhs per year |
| Senior Technical Writer Salary in Bangalore / Bengaluru | ₹6.0 Lakhs to ₹24.0 Lakhs per year |
| Senior Technical Writer Salary in Kolkata | ₹4.5 Lakhs to ₹19.3 Lakhs per year |
| Senior Technical Writer Salary in Gurgaon / Gurugram | ₹5.4 Lakhs to ₹21.0 Lakhs per year |
What are the top paying industries for Senior Technical Writer in India?
Top 5 paying Industries for Senior Technical Writer in India are:
| Senior Technical Writer Salary in Internet | ₹6.0 Lakhs to ₹28.0 Lakhs per year |
| Senior Technical Writer Salary in Hardware & Networking | ₹6.0 Lakhs to ₹26.0 Lakhs per year |
| Senior Technical Writer Salary in Software Product | ₹6.0 Lakhs to ₹26.0 Lakhs per year |
| Senior Technical Writer Salary in Financial Services | ₹5.2 Lakhs to ₹26.0 Lakhs per year |
| Senior Technical Writer Salary in Telecom | ₹6.0 Lakhs to ₹23.0 Lakhs per year |
How does experience affect salaries of a Senior Technical Writer in India?
Experience significantly impacts a Senior Technical Writer salary in India. Salaries increase with experience, as Senior Technical Writer take on more complex tasks, responsibilities, and leadership roles.
Senior Technical Writer salary at different experience level are as follows:
and so on.
| Experience | Average Salary Range |
|---|---|
| 4 years | ₹4.3 Lakhs to ₹10.7 Lakhs per year |
| 5 years | ₹4.0 Lakhs to ₹12.5 Lakhs per year |
| 6 years | ₹6.0 Lakhs to ₹16.5 Lakhs per year |
| 7 years | ₹5.5 Lakhs to ₹18.6 Lakhs per year |
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