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Cerence Principal Software Engineer salaries in Pune (Updated 2025)

Annual salary range
8 - 16 years exp.
₹25 Lakhs - ₹45.1 Lakhs
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₹31.6 Lakhs
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₹2.0 Lakhs
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6% more than the average Principal Software Engineer Salary in Software Product Companies for 8 - 16 years of experience

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8 - 16 years exp. (12 salaries)
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₹25 L/yr - ₹45.1 L/yr

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13 - 14 years exp. (AmbitionBox Estimate)
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₹28.3 L/yr - ₹37 L/yr

Last Updated: 20 Feb 2025

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Cerence Principal Software Engineer Salary

8 - 16 years exp. (14 salaries)

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₹25 L/yr - ₹45.1 L/yr

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Cohesity Principal Software Engineer Salary

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₹22 L/yr - ₹49.5 L/yr

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Accion Labs Principal Software Engineer Salary

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PubMatic Principal Software Engineer Salary

6 - 11 years exp. (32 salaries)

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Calsoft Principal Software Engineer Salary

5 - 10 years exp. (28 salaries)

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₹12.5 L/yr - ₹36 L/yr

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7 - 13 years exp. (25 salaries)

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Principal Software Engineer salary at Cerence ranges between ₹25 Lakhs to ₹45.1 Lakhs per year for employees with experience between 8 years to 16 years. Salary estimates are based on 14 latest salaries received from various employees of Cerence.

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Experience wise Cerence Principal Software Engineer salaries in Pune

Last Updated: 20 Feb 2025

Experience Avg Annual Salary
8 years (AmbitionBox Estimate)

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₹25 L/yr - ₹53.2 L/yr
9 years (AmbitionBox Estimate)

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₹28 L/yr - ₹55.3 L/yr
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₹28 L/yr - ₹57.4 L/yr
11 years (AmbitionBox Estimate)

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₹29.7 L/yr - ₹38 L/yr
12 years (AmbitionBox Estimate)

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₹13.7 L/yr - ₹38 L/yr
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Top skills at Cerence for Principal Software Engineer

Automotive Linux Java Python C++ Spring Boot Docker SOA Postgresql Computer science Monitoring JIRA Android Javascript Middleware

Salary related reviews for Cerence

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Engineering - Software & QA Department

3.0
  •  posted on 09 Apr 2023

3.0
 for  Salary and Benefits

Likes

Better WLB in R&D team Can extend your WFH(Currently in hybrid model)

  • Work-life balance - Good

Dislikes

...panies Most projects are driven by on shore teams Recent layoffs(Not in India) Stock prices as these are part of your variable pay

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  • Skill development - Poor
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Engineering - Software & QA Department

1.0
  •  posted on 29 Apr 2024

1.0
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Likes

not sure.. did not find any

Dislikes

...oversee the India operations. Now anyone can predict the future of such company. no good work, no salary hike, no future.

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  • Salary - Bad
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Engineering - Software & QA Department

1.0
  •  posted on 27 Apr 2023

1.0
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Likes

some of the products are good

Dislikes

Worst company. lack of culture at Pune centre. this company is a joke in the name of product co, the promotion and salary hike decided by HR manager in India. full of politics. product work mostly taken care by onshore guys. not much scope to learn. I wasted one and half years with this company, most of the good people I knew, already quit.

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Engineering - Software & QA Department

1.0
  •  posted on 16 Oct 2021

1.0
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Likes

Nothing to like, everything is poor here.

Dislikes

Worst company, Worst HR/compensation/management policies, No growth or Career opportunities, Total Manual Work. Pathetic Compensation representative & In Human 'Human Resource' !!

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Engineering - Software & QA Department

4.0
  •  posted on 23 Jul 2023

4.0
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Likes

...ody will ask you when you're coming and when leaving the office. No work burden. Satisfied salary. Friendly environment. Open workplace. Well overall management.

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  • Salary - Good
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Dislikes

Internal politics are hard. No Job security even for the on roll employees. Candidates shouldn't join this company through third party. Otherwise you'll be definitely kicked off within 6 months without any reason despite of giving your 100% efforts.

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  • Skill development - Bad
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Cerence Principal Software Engineer Salary FAQs

What is the salary of Principal Software Engineer at Cerence in Pune?
The average salary of a Principal Software Engineer at Cerence in Pune typically ranges from ₹25.0 Lakhs to ₹45.1 Lakhs per year, depending on experience (from 8 years to 16 years).

The top 10% of Principal Software Engineer in Pune at Cerence earn more than ₹45.1 Lakhs per year, and the top 1% earn over ₹45.1 Lakhs per year. Principal Software Engineer Salaries at Cerence 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+ Cerence employees in India.
What is the estimated take home salary of a Principal Software Engineer at Cerence in Pune?
The estimated take-home salary of a Principal Software Engineer at Cerence in Pune typically ranges from ₹2,04,324 to ₹2,12,426 per month. This is based on the average salary range of ₹25.0 Lakhs to ₹45.1 Lakhs per year for employees with experience ranging from 8 years to 16 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 Cerence. 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 Cerence in Pune?
To be a Principal Software Engineer at Cerence in Pune, the key skills required include:

  • - Automotive
  • - Linux
  • - Java
  • - Python
  • - C++

These skills are highly valued at Cerence and are crucial for successful performance in a Software Engineering role.
Which companies offer higher salaries than Cerence for Principal Software Engineer in India?
PubMatic ₹19.0 Lakhs to ₹54.0 Lakhs per year
Cohesity ₹22.0 Lakhs to ₹49.5 Lakhs per year
Mindbody ₹21.5 Lakhs to ₹43.8 Lakhs per year

These companies are known for offering competitive compensation packages that can exceed the salary offered by Cerence, depending on the role and experience level.
What is the salary of a Principal Software Engineer in companies similar to Cerence in Pune?
The salary of a Principal Software Engineer at companies similar to Cerence in Pune varies, depending on the role, experience, and company size. Here are the typical salary ranges:

Accion Labs ₹13.0 Lakhs to ₹35.2 Lakhs per year
Calsoft ₹12.5 Lakhs to ₹36.0 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 Software Engineer at Cerence in Pune?
The salary growth for a Principal Software Engineer at Cerence in Pune depends on factors such as experience, performance, and promotions. On average, a Principal Software Engineer in Pune can expect the following growth trajectory at Cerence:

Experience Average Salary Range
8 years ₹25.0 Lakhs to ₹53.2 Lakhs per year
9 years ₹28.0 Lakhs to ₹55.3 Lakhs per year
10 years ₹28.0 Lakhs to ₹57.4 Lakhs per year
11 years ₹29.7 Lakhs to ₹38.0 Lakhs per year
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Cerence Principal Software Engineer salary in Pune ranges between ₹25 Lakhs to ₹45.1 Lakhs with an average annual salary of ₹unlock blur. Salary estimates are based on 14 Cerence latest salaries received from various employees of Cerence.