Aptiv Bangalore / Bengaluru Principal Engineer Salaries by 10+ Employees (Updated 2025)

12 - 19 years exp.

₹35 Lakhs - ₹52 Lakhs

Salary of majority employees

36% more than the average Principal Engineer Salary in Auto Components Companies for 12 - 19 years of experience

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Last Updated: 16 Mar 2025

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Aptiv Principal Engineer Salary

12 - 19 years exp. (17 salaries)

₹35 L/yr - ₹52 L/yr

Company name	Avg Annual Salary	Open Jobs
Yazaki Principal Engineer Salary 9 - 15 years exp. (7 salaries)	₹14 L/yr - ₹27 L/yr 57% less
Continental Principal Engineer Salary 12 - 13 years exp. (3 salaries)	₹39.2 L/yr - ₹50 L/yr 8% less
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Magna International Principal Engineer Salary 12 - 13 years exp. (3 salaries)	₹39.2 L/yr - ₹50 L/yr 8% less
HARMAN Principal Engineer Salary 9 - 16 years exp. (369 salaries)	₹15 L/yr - ₹51.1 L/yr 27% less	9 job openings
Western Digital Principal Engineer Salary 8 - 14 years exp. (169 salaries)	₹20 L/yr - ₹59 L/yr 11% less

Principal Engineer salary at Aptiv ranges between ₹35 Lakhs to ₹52 Lakhs per year for employees with experience between 12 years to 19 years. Salary estimates are based on 17 latest salaries received from various employees of Aptiv.

Experience wise Aptiv Principal Engineer salaries in Bangalore / Bengaluru

Last Updated: 16 Mar 2025

Experience	Avg Annual Salary
12 years (AmbitionBox Estimate)	₹43.5 L/yr - ₹79.9 L/yr
13 years (AmbitionBox Estimate)	₹35 L/yr - ₹81.3 L/yr
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14 years (AmbitionBox Estimate)	₹35.5 L/yr - ₹82.7 L/yr
15+ years (12 salaries)	₹35.5 L/yr - ₹52 L/yr

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Senior Software Engineer in Bangalore / Bengaluru

Full Time

Other Department

4.0

• posted on 12 Oct 2023

3.0

for Salary and Benefits

Likes

The work Culture is Extremely good in aptiv ,we have a World class Faculties in Aptiv and also there is Scope for Learning New things ,its a place you get Motivation to work and enhance your Skills ,People in Aptiv they are Realy good and Supportive they make you feel comfortable.

Skill development - Good

+4 more

Dislikes

The Concern is the Salary part if they revise that it would have been good .

Senior Software Engineer in Whitefield

Engineering - Software & QA Department

2.0

• posted on 06 Sep 2022

4.0

for Salary and Benefits

Likes

it was the Good company before agile implementation. they are Good For Hiring Collage campus with Good package.

Salary - Good

Dislikes

not Good candidate left in the Company work wise. some project are in the Very bad shape. only Chinese project and now Indian project starting so becoming worst day by day.

Skill development - Bad

+5 more

Senior Software Engineer in Bangalore / Bengaluru

Engineering - Software & QA Department

1.0

• posted on 13 Apr 2022

1.0

for Salary and Benefits

Likes

Work products

Dislikes

After 1 hr 30mins of technical round which went very well , the interviewer asks about your current salary and expected salary and then rejects you. He has neither manager nor HR to ask salaries. Aptiv should improve their standards of recruitment.

Salary - Bad

+6 more

Project Manager in Bangalore / Bengaluru

Engineering - Software & QA Department

3.0

• posted on 24 Dec 2018

3.0

for Salary and Benefits

Likes

The company is always trying to re structure every now and then.lot of changes in upper management. Lot of bookings and lot of new projects in pipeline.Lot to learn and grow.

Dislikes

More work pressure . No bonus. Expectations are more from managers. Average salary .no work life balance. Good for freshers .

Advanced Technical Lead in Bangalore Rural

Full Time

Engineering - Software & QA Department

2.0

• posted on 01 Dec 2023

3.0

for Salary and Benefits

Likes

They are working on ADAS technology.

Job security - Good

Dislikes

...riod too 90 days of notice period which does not seems to be industry align. 5.No proper response once you leave the organization for your experience letter & pay slip. At end I would say if you are fresher then company is good for you but not for laterals.

Promotions - Poor

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What is the salary of Principal Engineer at Aptiv in Bangalore / Bengaluru?

The average salary of a Principal Engineer at Aptiv in Bangalore / Bengaluru typically ranges from ₹35.0 Lakhs to ₹52.0 Lakhs per year, depending on experience (from 12 years to 19 years).

The top 10% of Principal Engineer in Bangalore / Bengaluru at Aptiv earn more than ₹50.8 Lakhs per year, and the top 1% earn over ₹52.0 Lakhs per year. Principal Engineer Salaries at Aptiv 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+ Aptiv employees in India.

What is the estimated take home salary of a Principal Engineer at Aptiv in Bangalore / Bengaluru?

The estimated take-home salary of a Principal Engineer at Aptiv in Bangalore / Bengaluru typically ranges from ₹2,76,144 to ₹2,87,493 per month. This is based on the average salary range of ₹35.0 Lakhs to ₹52.0 Lakhs per year for employees with experience ranging from 12 years to 19 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 Aptiv. Check how we calculate in-hand salary with our in-hand salary calculator.

What are the key skills required to be a Principal Engineer at Aptiv in Bangalore / Bengaluru?

To be a Principal Engineer at Aptiv in Bangalore / Bengaluru, the key skills required include:

- Computer Networking
- Automotive Engineering
- Ethernet
- Software Configuration Management
- Health Insurance

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

What is the salary of a Principal Engineer in companies similar to Aptiv in Bangalore / Bengaluru?

The salary of a Principal Engineer at companies similar to Aptiv in Bangalore / Bengaluru varies, depending on the role, experience, and company size. Here are the typical salary ranges:

Continental	₹39.2 Lakhs to ₹50.0 Lakhs per year
Magna International	₹39.2 Lakhs to ₹50.0 Lakhs per year
Western Digital	₹20.0 Lakhs to ₹59.0 Lakhs per year
HARMAN	₹15.0 Lakhs to ₹51.1 Lakhs per year
Yazaki	₹14.0 Lakhs to ₹27.0 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 Engineer at Aptiv in Bangalore / Bengaluru?

The salary growth for a Principal Engineer at Aptiv in Bangalore / Bengaluru depends on factors such as experience, performance, and promotions. On average, a Principal Engineer in Bangalore / Bengaluru can expect the following growth trajectory at Aptiv:

Experience	Average Salary Range
12 years	₹43.5 Lakhs to ₹79.9 Lakhs per year
13 years	₹35.0 Lakhs to ₹81.3 Lakhs per year
14 years	₹35.5 Lakhs to ₹82.7 Lakhs per year
15 years	₹35.5 Lakhs to ₹52.0 Lakhs per year

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Aptiv Principal Engineer salary in Bangalore / Bengaluru ranges between ₹35 Lakhs to ₹52 Lakhs with an average annual salary of ₹. Salary estimates are based on 17 Aptiv latest salaries received from various employees of Aptiv.