Software Dev Staff Engineer
Annual salary range
₹13 Lakhs - ₹36.4 Lakhs
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Filter salaries bySoftware Dev Staff Engineer Salary in India (Updated 2025)
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• updated:
12 Mar 2025
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Software Dev Staff Engineer Salary in India ranges between ₹13 Lakhs to ₹36.4 Lakhs for 5 years of experience to 16 years of experience. Salary estimates are based on 87 latest salaries received from Software...
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| Company Name | Avg. annual salary | Open Jobs |
|---|---|---|
13 yrs
exp.
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₹21.2 L/yr - ₹27 L/yr | |
15 yrs
exp.
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₹32.4 L/yr - ₹41.4 L/yr | |
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9 yrs
exp.
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₹14.2 L/yr - ₹18.2 L/yr | |
13 yrs
exp.
(AmbitionBox Estimate)
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₹27 L/yr - ₹34.5 L/yr | |
14 yrs
exp.
(AmbitionBox Estimate)
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₹35.1 L/yr - ₹44.9 L/yr | |
5 yrs
exp.
(AmbitionBox Estimate)
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₹11.4 L/yr - ₹14.6 L/yr | |
13 yrs
exp.
(AmbitionBox Estimate)
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₹16.2 L/yr - ₹20.7 L/yr | |
5 yrs
exp.
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₹11.7 L/yr - ₹15 L/yr | |
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Software Dev Staff Engineer salaries by
| Years of experience | Avg. annual salary |
|---|---|
5
years
(12
salaries)
|  ₹8 L/yr - ₹27.8 L/yr |
6
years
(9
salaries)
| ₹10.6 L/yr - ₹28 L/yr |
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7
years
(11
salaries)
| ₹16 L/yr - ₹27 L/yr |
8
years
(6
salaries)
| ₹18 L/yr - ₹28.5 L/yr |
9
years
(9
salaries)
| ₹15.8 L/yr - ₹25 L/yr |
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Software Dev Staff Engineer Jobs in India
Software Dev Staff Engineer
· 0-2 years
SonicWall
Bangalore / Bengaluru
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Software Dev Staff Engineer Salary By Locations
| Locations | Avg. annual salary |
|---|---|
Bangalore / Bengaluru
Software Dev Staff Engineer
5 -
16
years
exp.
| ₹18 L/yr - ₹35.3 L/yr |
Hyderabad / Secunderabad
Software Dev Staff Engineer
5 -
10
years
exp.
| ₹8 L/yr - ₹28 L/yr |
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Noida
Software Dev Staff Engineer
7 -
15
years
exp.
| ₹17.9 L/yr - ₹40 L/yr |
Gurgaon / Gurugram
Software Dev Staff Engineer
5 -
7
years
exp.
| ₹15.8 L/yr - ₹96 L/yr |
New Delhi
Software Dev Staff Engineer
6 -
9
years
exp.
| ₹18 L/yr - ₹29.9 L/yr |
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Software Dev Staff Engineer Salary By Industries
| Industries | Avg. annual salary |
|---|---|
Hardware & Networking Software Dev Staff Engineer
5 -
16
years
exp.
| ₹10.6 L/yr - ₹29 L/yr |
Software Product Software Dev Staff Engineer
5 -
16
years
exp.
| ₹10.6 L/yr - ₹30 L/yr |
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IT Services & Consulting Software Dev Staff Engineer
5 -
16
years
exp.
| ₹8 L/yr - ₹36.4 L/yr |
Internet Software Dev Staff Engineer
5 -
16
years
exp.
| ₹15.8 L/yr - ₹30 L/yr |
Consumer Electronics & Appliances Software Dev Staff Engineer
7 -
16
years
exp.
| ₹18.5 L/yr - ₹28 L/yr |
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQS) about Software Dev Staff Engineer Salaries
What is the salary of a Software Dev Staff Engineer in India?
The salary of a Software Dev Staff Engineer in India varies based on experience, location, company & Industry.
On average, Software Dev Staff Engineer salaries ranges from ₹13.0 Lakhs to ₹36.4 Lakhs per year. Top companies and specialized roles may offer higher compensation.
The average starting salary is around ₹13.0 Lakhs to ₹36.4 Lakhs per year, with the highest salary reaching ₹7.3 Lakhs to ₹16.5 Lakhs per year. Salary estimates are based on 87 salaries received from various Software Dev Staff Engineers across industries.
The average starting salary is around ₹13.0 Lakhs to ₹36.4 Lakhs per year, with the highest salary reaching ₹7.3 Lakhs to ₹16.5 Lakhs per year. Salary estimates are based on 87 salaries received from various Software Dev Staff Engineers across industries.
What are the top paying cities for Software Dev Staff Engineer in India?
The annual salary for Software Dev Staff Engineer in India varies by location. Top paying cities for Software Dev Staff Engineer are
Salary expectations for Software Dev Staff Engineer may vary based on job roles, experience, and specific employer requirements.
| Software Dev Staff Engineer Salary in Bangalore / Bengaluru | ₹18.0 Lakhs to ₹35.3 Lakhs per year |
| Software Dev Staff Engineer Salary in Hyderabad / Secunderabad | ₹8.0 Lakhs to ₹28.0 Lakhs per year |
| Software Dev Staff Engineer Salary in Noida | ₹17.9 Lakhs to ₹40.0 Lakhs per year |
| Software Dev Staff Engineer Salary in Gurgaon / Gurugram | ₹15.8 Lakhs to ₹96.0 Lakhs per year |
| Software Dev Staff Engineer Salary in New Delhi | ₹18.0 Lakhs to ₹29.9 Lakhs per year |
What are the top paying industries for Software Dev Staff Engineer in India?
Top 5 paying Industries for Software Dev Staff Engineer in India are:
| Software Dev Staff Engineer Salary in Hardware & Networking | ₹10.6 Lakhs to ₹29.0 Lakhs per year |
| Software Dev Staff Engineer Salary in Software Product | ₹10.6 Lakhs to ₹30.0 Lakhs per year |
| Software Dev Staff Engineer Salary in IT Services & Consulting | ₹8.0 Lakhs to ₹36.4 Lakhs per year |
| Software Dev Staff Engineer Salary in Internet | ₹15.8 Lakhs to ₹30.0 Lakhs per year |
| Software Dev Staff Engineer Salary in Consumer Electronics & Appliances | ₹18.5 Lakhs to ₹28.0 Lakhs per year |
How does experience affect salaries of a Software Dev Staff Engineer in India?
Experience significantly impacts a Software Dev Staff Engineer salary in India. Salaries increase with experience, as Software Dev Staff Engineer take on more complex tasks, responsibilities, and leadership roles.
Software Dev Staff Engineer salary at different experience level are as follows:
and so on.
| Experience | Average Salary Range |
|---|---|
| 5 years | ₹8.0 Lakhs to ₹27.8 Lakhs per year |
| 6 years | ₹10.6 Lakhs to ₹28.0 Lakhs per year |
| 7 years | ₹16.0 Lakhs to ₹27.0 Lakhs per year |
| 8 years | ₹18.0 Lakhs to ₹28.5 Lakhs per year |
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