Caterpillar Inc Chennai Software Engineer Salaries by 70+ Employees (Updated 2025)

2 - 8 years exp.

₹7 Lakhs - ₹29.1 Lakhs

Salary of majority employees

118% more than the average Software Engineer Salary in Industrial Machinery Companies for 2 - 8 years of experience

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Engineering - Software & QA Software Engineer Salary 2 - 8 years exp. (63 salaries)	₹13.3 L/yr - ₹30 L/yr
Data Science & Analytics Software Engineer Salary 4 years exp. (AmbitionBox Estimate)	₹9.4 L/yr - ₹21.1 L/yr
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Research & Development Software Engineer Salary 2 years exp. (AmbitionBox Estimate)	₹8 L/yr - ₹20.8 L/yr

Last Updated: 21 Mar 2025

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Caterpillar Inc Software Engineer Salary

2 - 8 years exp. (74 salaries)

₹7 L/yr - ₹29.1 L/yr

Company name	Avg Annual Salary	Open Jobs
Trane Technologies Software Engineer Salary 2 - 6 years exp. (30 salaries)	₹6.1 L/yr - ₹16.8 L/yr 33% less
KONE Software Engineer Salary 1 - 6 years exp. (17 salaries)	₹3.5 L/yr - ₹9 L/yr 59% less
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Danfoss Industries Software Engineer Salary 2 - 8 years exp. (13 salaries)	₹5.1 L/yr - ₹21 L/yr 32% less	1 job opening
Hitachi Software Engineer Salary 0 - 5 years exp. (3 salaries)	₹6 L/yr - ₹9.3 L/yr 59% less	1 job opening
HCLTech Software Engineer Salary 0 - 5 years exp. (5.9k salaries)	₹1.9 L/yr - ₹7.8 L/yr 73% less	1 job opening

Software Engineer salary at Caterpillar Inc ranges between ₹7 Lakhs to ₹29.1 Lakhs per year for employees with experience between 2 years to 8 years. Salary estimates are based on 74 latest salaries received from various employees of Caterpillar Inc.

Experience wise Caterpillar Inc Software Engineer salaries in Chennai

Last Updated: 21 Mar 2025

Experience	Avg Annual Salary
2 years (18 salaries)	₹5.6 L/yr - ₹15.8 L/yr
3 years (17 salaries)	₹6.8 L/yr - ₹19 L/yr
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4 years (11 salaries)	₹6.3 L/yr - ₹17.6 L/yr
5 years (6 salaries)	₹14.9 L/yr - ₹21 L/yr
6 years (6 salaries)	₹11.9 L/yr - ₹21.4 L/yr
7 years (7 salaries)	₹13.5 L/yr - ₹26.1 L/yr
8 years (9 salaries)	₹13 L/yr - ₹33 L/yr

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Top skills at Caterpillar Inc for Software Engineer

Agile Application Development Debugging Data Structures MVC Agile Coaching Testing Tools Oracle Javascript Project Management MySQL Selenium SQL Application Development Consulting

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4.1

Rated by 10 employees for salary & benefits

Software Developer in Mumbai

Full Time

Customer Success, Service & Operations Department

5.0

• posted on 29 Mar 2025

4.0

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...uctured to foster career advancement and personal growth, allowing employees to reach their full potential The company offers competitive pay, making it a solid choice for career growth

Salary - Good

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The leadership team understands the importance of worklife balance and encourages employees to take care of their wellbeing

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Full Time

Customer Success, Service & Operations Department

5.0

• posted on 27 Mar 2025

4.0

for Salary and Benefits

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The opendoor policy, combined with robust employee training, ensures employees feel valued and supported both personally and professionally

Salary - Good

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With a focus on continuous learning and offering competitive pay, this company ensures its employees are wellprepared for the next step in their careers Milestones and achievements are celebrated regularly, whether it's personal achievements or team successes, fostering a culture of recognition

Software Developer in Bangalore / Bengaluru

Engineering - Software & QA Department

1.0

• posted on 30 May 2022

5.0

for Salary and Benefits

Likes

Scope of learning is good at Caterpillar. Employee can explore on latest technologies

Salary - Excellent

+2 more

Dislikes

... on the occasion of Diwali but he refused claiming that I was critical resource.Finally,he failed to provide my last month's pay.

Job security - Bad

+3 more

Data Scientist in Bangalore / Bengaluru

Full Time

Data Science & Analytics Department

2.0

• posted on 15 Feb 2025

3.0

for Salary and Benefits

Likes

Salary okay, flexible hours little okay

Job security - Excellent

Dislikes

Very bad culture, 5 days work from office leaves no time for family or doing other activities. Overall skill development is slow because of mostly inside projects. Very backward towards technology usage. And most people are biased towards one part of the India (Tamil).

Skill development - Poor

+3 more

Supply Chain Analyst in Hosur

Full Time

Procurement & Supply Chain Department

2.0

• posted on 05 Feb 2025

2.0

for Salary and Benefits

Likes

Caterpillar is one of the MNC based company ,we have opportunity to learn so many things in production, logistics, supply chain, procurement, purchasing, transportation, safety is the most important to them,

Company culture - Good

Dislikes

Salary didn't not matched with given work, low salary, they are not providing any bonus for diwali, I don't spend time with my friends and family after joining this work because I have too work.

Salary - Poor

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What is the salary of Software Engineer at Caterpillar Inc in Chennai?

The average salary of a Software Engineer at Caterpillar Inc in Chennai typically ranges from ₹7.0 Lakhs to ₹29.1 Lakhs per year, depending on experience (from 2 years to 8 years).

The top 10% of Software Engineer in Chennai at Caterpillar Inc earn more than ₹21.5 Lakhs per year, and the top 1% earn over ₹32.0 Lakhs per year. Software Engineer Salaries at Caterpillar Inc 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 70+ Caterpillar Inc employees in India.

What is the estimated take home salary of a Software Engineer at Caterpillar Inc in Chennai?

The estimated take-home salary of a Software Engineer at Caterpillar Inc in Chennai typically ranges from ₹1,16,274 to ₹1,19,522 per month. This is based on the average salary range of ₹7.0 Lakhs to ₹29.1 Lakhs per year for employees with experience ranging from 2 years to 8 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 70+ salaries received from various employees of Caterpillar Inc. Check how we calculate in-hand salary with our in-hand salary calculator.

What are the key skills required to be a Software Engineer at Caterpillar Inc in Chennai?

To be a Software Engineer at Caterpillar Inc in Chennai, the key skills required include:

- Agile
- Application Development
- Debugging
- Data Structures
- MVC

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

What is the salary of a Software Engineer in companies similar to Caterpillar Inc in Chennai?

The salary of a Software Engineer at companies similar to Caterpillar Inc in Chennai varies, depending on the role, experience, and company size. Here are the typical salary ranges:

Danfoss Industries	₹5.1 Lakhs to ₹21.0 Lakhs per year
Trane Technologies	₹6.1 Lakhs to ₹16.8 Lakhs per year
KONE	₹3.5 Lakhs to ₹9.0 Lakhs per year
Hitachi	₹6.0 Lakhs to ₹9.3 Lakhs per year
HCLTech	₹1.9 Lakhs to ₹7.8 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 Software Engineer at Caterpillar Inc in Chennai?

The salary growth for a Software Engineer at Caterpillar Inc in Chennai depends on factors such as experience, performance, and promotions. On average, a Software Engineer in Chennai can expect the following growth trajectory at Caterpillar Inc:

Experience	Average Salary Range
2 years	₹5.6 Lakhs to ₹15.8 Lakhs per year
3 years	₹6.8 Lakhs to ₹19.0 Lakhs per year
4 years	₹6.3 Lakhs to ₹17.6 Lakhs per year
5 years	₹14.9 Lakhs to ₹21.0 Lakhs per year

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