American Express Director Engineering Salaries by 40+ Employees (Updated 2025)

10 - 20 years exp.

₹40 Lakhs - ₹1.2 Crore

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14% more than the average Director Engineering Salary in Financial Services Companies for 10 - 20 years of experience

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Salaries in different departments

Engineering - Software & QA Director Engineering Salary 15 - 20 years exp. (10 salaries)	₹45 L/yr - ₹1.2 Cr/yr
Project & Program Management Director Engineering Salary 13 - 20 years exp. (5 salaries)	₹40 L/yr - ₹98 L/yr
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Strategic & Top Management Director Engineering Salary 16 - 19 years exp. (4 salaries)	₹40 L/yr - ₹1.2 Cr/yr
Data Science & Analytics Director Engineering Salary 15 - 16 years exp. (AmbitionBox Estimate)	₹53 L/yr - ₹81 L/yr
Product Management Director Engineering Salary 18 - 20 years exp. (AmbitionBox Estimate)	₹77.4 L/yr - ₹96 L/yr

Last Updated: 29 Mar 2025

Companies similar to American Express for Director Engineering

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UBS Director Engineering Salary 18 - 22 years exp. (7 salaries)	₹52 L/yr - ₹1.1 Cr/yr 14% less
JPMorgan Chase & Co. Director Engineering Salary 16 - 19 years exp. (5 salaries)	₹80.5 L/yr - ₹1 Cr/yr 16% more
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Aon Director Engineering Salary 17 - 20 years exp. (4 salaries)	₹29 L/yr - ₹42.5 L/yr 58% less
Morgan Stanley Director Engineering Salary 11 - 25 years exp. (4 salaries)	₹58 L/yr - ₹80 L/yr 16% less
Wells Fargo Director Engineering Salary 16 - 19 years exp. (4 salaries)	₹50 L/yr - ₹1.1 Cr/yr 17% less
Fidelity Investments Director Engineering Salary 12 - 16 years exp. (4 salaries)	₹62 L/yr - ₹75 L/yr 17% less
BNY Director Engineering Salary 21 years exp. (3 salaries)	₹90 L/yr - ₹95 L/yr 13% more

Director Engineering salary at American Express ranges between ₹40 Lakhs to ₹1.2 Crore per year for employees with experience between 10 years to 20 years. Salary estimates are based on 41 latest salaries received from various employees of American Express.

Latest annual salaries shared by American Express Director Engineering

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₹85 Lakhs

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₹60 Lakhs

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3w ago

₹90 Lakhs

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₹90 Lakhs

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₹1.1 Crore

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Experience wise American Express Director Engineering salaries

Last Updated: 29 Mar 2025

Experience	Avg Annual Salary
10 years (AmbitionBox Estimate)	₹71.4 L/yr - ₹78.9 L/yr
11 years (AmbitionBox Estimate)	₹72.5 L/yr - ₹80.2 L/yr
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12 years (AmbitionBox Estimate)	₹73.6 L/yr - ₹81.4 L/yr
13 years (AmbitionBox Estimate)	₹74.8 L/yr - ₹82.6 L/yr
14 years (AmbitionBox Estimate)	₹75.9 L/yr - ₹83.9 L/yr
15+ years (33 salaries)	₹40 L/yr - ₹1.2 Cr/yr

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Salary related reviews for American Express

3.0

Rated by 2 employees for salary & benefits

Senior Engineering Manager in Bangalore / Bengaluru

Full Time

Engineering - Software & QA Department

1.0

• posted on 09 Dec 2023

4.0

for Salary and Benefits

Likes

Flexible work time WFH

Salary - Good

Dislikes

...hing positively and work towards resolving the issue with your leader. They are a total waste of salary. I would suggest Amex to remove this team and save some money.

Job security - Bad

+4 more

Director in Gurgaon / Gurugram

Full Time

Data Science & Analytics Department

5.0

• posted on 22 Jun 2023

4.0

for Salary and Benefits

Likes

Work life balance (for most teams) Very employee focused Extensive benefits -office cabs, leaves, daycare tie ups, summer flex leaves, Great culture

Salary - Good

+6 more

Dislikes

Compensation may not be great keeping industry trends in mind Evening work hours for most teams (some people may mind it)

Project Manager in Gurgaon / Gurugram

Project & Program Management Department

4.0

• posted on 19 Mar 2019

4.0

for Salary and Benefits

Likes

Fantastic work environment, lots of benefits apart from salary, lots of opportunities to move vertically and laterally, within the company.

Salary - Good

+5 more

Dislikes

Compensation is decent, but the growth is slow unless you push hard for it and switch teams.

Service Delivery Manager in Gurgaon / Gurugram

Full Time

Customer Success, Service & Operations Department

2.0

• posted on 19 Mar 2025

4.0

for Salary and Benefits

Likes

Salary 3 days office, 2 WFH Yearly promotion, if you are a female and if your Director is Sameer Ojha, EDDS

Salary - Good

+1 more

Dislikes

Promotions to only females, rather than deserving candidates As licking culture Yearly promotion, if you are a female and if your Director is Sameer Ojha, EDDS No work life balance Peanuts, in name of appraisal

Job security - Poor

+4 more

Senior Analyst in Gurgaon / Gurugram

Full Time

Customer Success, Service & Operations Department

5.0

• posted on 30 Dec 2024

5.0

for Salary and Benefits

Likes

Amex is the best company I have ever worked with, work culture, flexibility, compensation, management etc everything is superb

Salary - Excellent

+6 more

Dislikes

Amex few HR's never reply or help, when Amex ex -employee want to rejoin Amex they should help them by providing support & feedback needed. They should reply on time.

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American Express Director Engineering Salary FAQs

What is the salary of Director Engineering at American Express ?

The average salary of a Director Engineering at American Express in India typically ranges from ₹40.0 Lakhs to ₹123.0 Lakhs per year, depending on experience (from 10 years to 20 years).

The top 10% of Director Engineering at American Express earn more than ₹114.3 Lakhs per year, and the top 1% earn over ₹123.0 Lakhs per year. Director Engineering Salaries at American Express 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 40+ American Express employees in India.

What is the estimated take home salary of a Director Engineering at American Express in India?

The estimated take-home salary of a Director Engineering at American Express in India typically ranges from ₹4,45,310 to ₹4,58,250 per month. This is based on the average salary range of ₹40.0 Lakhs to ₹123.0 Lakhs per year for employees with experience ranging from 10 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 40+ salaries received from various employees of American Express. Check how we calculate in-hand salary with our in-hand salary calculator.

What are the key skills required to be a Director Engineering at American Express ?

To be a Director Engineering at American Express in india, the key skills required include:

- Finance
- Agile Coaching
- Application Development
- Java
- Scrum

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

Which companies offer higher salaries than American Express for Director Engineering in India?

JPMorgan Chase & Co.	₹80.5 Lakhs to ₹102.0 Lakhs per year
BNY	₹90.0 Lakhs to ₹95.0 Lakhs per year

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

What is the salary of a Director Engineering in companies similar to American Express in India?

The salary of a Director Engineering at companies similar to American Express in India varies, depending on the role, experience, and company size. Here are the typical salary ranges:

UBS	₹52.0 Lakhs to ₹112.8 Lakhs per year
Morgan Stanley	₹58.0 Lakhs to ₹80.0 Lakhs per year
Fidelity Investments	₹62.0 Lakhs to ₹75.0 Lakhs per year
Wells Fargo	₹50.0 Lakhs to ₹110.0 Lakhs per year
Aon	₹29.0 Lakhs to ₹42.5 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 Director Engineering at American Express in India?

The salary growth for a Director Engineering at American Express depends on factors such as experience, performance, and promotions. On average, a Director Engineering can expect the following growth trajectory at American Express:

Experience	Average Salary Range
10 years	₹71.4 Lakhs to ₹78.9 Lakhs per year
11 years	₹72.5 Lakhs to ₹80.2 Lakhs per year
12 years	₹73.6 Lakhs to ₹81.4 Lakhs per year
13 years	₹74.8 Lakhs to ₹82.6 Lakhs per year

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American Express Director Engineering salary in India ranges between ₹40 Lakhs to ₹1.2 Crore with an average annual salary of ₹. Salary estimates are based on 41 American Express latest salaries received from various employees of American Express.