ACI Worldwide Principal Software Engineer Salaries by 10+ Employees (Updated 2025)

12 - 20 years exp.

₹31.4 Lakhs - ₹50 Lakhs

Salary of majority employees

40% more than the average Principal Software Engineer Salary in Software Product Companies for 12 - 20 years of experience

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Last Updated: 13 Mar 2025

Companies similar to ACI Worldwide for Principal Software Engineer

Company name	Avg Annual Salary	Open Jobs
Infor Global Solution Principal Software Engineer Salary 11 - 15 years exp. (40 salaries)	₹14.5 L/yr - ₹30 L/yr 50% less
Cornerstone OnDemand Principal Software Engineer Salary 8 - 17 years exp. (26 salaries)	₹22 L/yr - ₹41.8 L/yr 32% less
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Gen Principal Software Engineer Salary 13 - 18 years exp. (22 salaries)	₹21.2 L/yr - ₹62 L/yr 15% more
Temenos Principal Software Engineer Salary 9 - 12 years exp. (6 salaries)	₹20.6 L/yr - ₹32.2 L/yr 45% less
Amadeus Principal Software Engineer Salary 10 - 13 years exp. (6 salaries)	₹39 L/yr - ₹55 L/yr 5% less
Mobileum Principal Software Engineer Salary 12 - 15 years exp. (5 salaries)	₹35 L/yr - ₹44 L/yr 14% less
EbixCash Limited Principal Software Engineer Salary 9 - 11 years exp. (5 salaries)	₹9 L/yr - ₹15.4 L/yr 73% less
Oracle Cerner Principal Software Engineer Salary 9 - 13 years exp. (4 salaries)	₹25.1 L/yr - ₹38.5 L/yr 28% less
NextGen Healthcare Principal Software Engineer Salary 15 - 19 years exp. (3 salaries)	₹32.5 L/yr - ₹58 L/yr 1% more
SOTI Principal Software Engineer Salary 8 - 13 years exp. (3 salaries)	₹16.6 L/yr - ₹28.5 L/yr 47% less
Blue Yonder Principal Software Engineer Salary 9 - 13 years exp. (3 salaries)	₹21 L/yr - ₹26 L/yr 50% less
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Principal Software Engineer salary at ACI Worldwide ranges between ₹31.4 Lakhs to ₹50 Lakhs per year for employees with experience between 12 years to 20 years. Salary estimates are based on 12 latest salaries received from various employees of ACI Worldwide.

Experience wise ACI Worldwide Principal Software Engineer salaries

Last Updated: 13 Mar 2025

Experience	Avg Annual Salary
12 years (AmbitionBox Estimate)	₹40 L/yr - ₹90 L/yr
13 years (AmbitionBox Estimate)	₹19.7 L/yr - ₹50 L/yr
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14 years (3 salaries)	₹31.5 L/yr - ₹50 L/yr
15+ years (7 salaries)	₹31.4 L/yr - ₹77.5 L/yr

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3.0

• posted on 25 Dec 2024

4.0

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From a fresher's point of view, they get really good exposure and responsibility compared to other similar companies. Company CTC is crystal clear (Almost Everything in-hand) and no hidden or tricky clauses or conditions. (Only) seniors/colleagues and managers are friendly and helpful. Fintech domain :)

Salary - Good

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Initial compensation is good but the yearly raise is low. Also almost no bonuses apart from salary (yearly bonus is lower than monthly salary so not counting it as bonus). Promotion criterion is gimmick and there is a lot favoritism. Seen a lot of good folks leave because of this. So less career growth opportunities. Working hours are tricky as you would have to work with US folks and cope up with their timings. Job security is average. Almost no training other than few pre-recorded product videos. No cab service at all. Not much room for innovation.

Associate Software Engineer in Bangalore / Bengaluru

Engineering - Software & QA Department

4.0

• posted on 05 Apr 2021

4.0

for Salary and Benefits

Likes

Good work culture, good salary, Work life balance is good, Health Insurance

Salary - Good

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Dislikes

Compensation can be better as per product industry standards Should adapt more to latest technologies Cafeteria food can be better

Manager in Pune

Full Time

Engineering - Software & QA Department

5.0

• posted on 20 Sep 2024

5.0

for Salary and Benefits

Likes

Company culture is good Policies are employee friendly Good salary pay structure without variable pay

Salary - Excellent

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No job security. Lots of lay off every year Promotion is based on manager relationship and favourism . No onsite opportunity

Job security - Poor

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Tech Lead in Pune

Full Time

Engineering - Software & QA Department

5.0

• posted on 30 Jun 2022

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Company policy Salary structure No variable pay

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Management is forcing for work from office. Work from office mandatory from 18th July . Please allow work from anywhere . Office location is Kalyani Nagar where the traffic in all the sides. Metro work in progress and management forcing for work from office. No team outing or party budget. No udemy or pluralsight subscription for learning. No inhouse training for new technology

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Full Time

Engineering - Software & QA Department

3.0

• posted on 07 Jul 2023

4.0

for Salary and Benefits

Likes

The most imp part of ACI Worldwide is it flexible working hours. Compensation benefits is good.

Salary - Good

Dislikes

Cross training's aren't been encouraged. Pretty bad work life balance. Promotions are slow and also based on politics. Frequent firing and Org changes every quarter. No cab facility is provided.

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What is the salary of Principal Software Engineer at ACI Worldwide ?

The average salary of a Principal Software Engineer at ACI Worldwide in India typically ranges from ₹31.4 Lakhs to ₹50.0 Lakhs per year, depending on experience (from 12 years to 20 years).

The top 10% of Principal Software Engineer at ACI Worldwide earn more than ₹50.0 Lakhs per year, and the top 1% earn over ₹50.0 Lakhs per year. Principal Software Engineer Salaries at ACI Worldwide can be higher or lower depending on factors such as the specific team, level of experience, and additional benefits like bonuses and stock options.

These estimates are based on salary data submitted by 10+ ACI Worldwide employees in India.

What is the estimated take home salary of a Principal Software Engineer at ACI Worldwide in India?

The estimated take-home salary of a Principal Software Engineer at ACI Worldwide in India typically ranges from ₹2,65,229 to ₹2,76,084 per month. This is based on the average salary range of ₹31.4 Lakhs to ₹50.0 Lakhs per year for employees with experience ranging from 12 years to 20 years.The take-home salary is calculated after accounting for standard deductions such as taxes, provident fund (PF), and insurance. Salary estimates are based on 10+ salaries received from various employees of ACI Worldwide. Check how we calculate in-hand salary with our in-hand salary calculator.

What are the key skills required to be a Principal Software Engineer at ACI Worldwide ?

To be a Principal Software Engineer at ACI Worldwide in india, the key skills required include:

- SQL
- Virtualization
- Deployment
- Business Process Re - engineering
- Cloud

These skills are highly valued at ACI Worldwide and are crucial for successful performance in a Software Engineering role.

Which companies offer higher salaries than ACI Worldwide for Principal Software Engineer in India?

Gen	₹21.2 Lakhs to ₹62.0 Lakhs per year
NextGen Healthcare	₹32.5 Lakhs to ₹58.0 Lakhs per year

These companies are known for offering competitive compensation packages that can exceed the salary offered by ACI Worldwide, depending on the role and experience level.

What is the salary of a Principal Software Engineer in companies similar to ACI Worldwide in India?

The salary of a Principal Software Engineer at companies similar to ACI Worldwide in India varies, depending on the role, experience, and company size. Here are the typical salary ranges:

Amadeus	₹39.0 Lakhs to ₹55.0 Lakhs per year
Mobileum	₹35.0 Lakhs to ₹44.0 Lakhs per year
Oracle Cerner	₹25.1 Lakhs to ₹38.5 Lakhs per year
Cornerstone OnDemand	₹22.0 Lakhs to ₹41.8 Lakhs per year
Temenos	₹20.6 Lakhs to ₹32.2 Lakhs per year

These companies, which operate in similar sectors, offer competitive salaries, although the range can vary based on the company and individual experience levels.

How the salary growth look like for a Principal Software Engineer at ACI Worldwide in India?

The salary growth for a Principal Software Engineer at ACI Worldwide depends on factors such as experience, performance, and promotions. On average, a Principal Software Engineer can expect the following growth trajectory at ACI Worldwide:

Experience	Average Salary Range
12 years	₹40.0 Lakhs to ₹90.0 Lakhs per year
13 years	₹19.7 Lakhs to ₹50.0 Lakhs per year
14 years	₹31.5 Lakhs to ₹50.0 Lakhs per year
15 years	₹31.4 Lakhs to ₹77.5 Lakhs per year

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ACI Worldwide Principal Software Engineer salary in India ranges between ₹31.4 Lakhs to ₹50 Lakhs with an average annual salary of ₹. Salary estimates are based on 12 ACI Worldwide latest salaries received from various employees of ACI Worldwide.