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Ciena Principal Engineer salaries in India

Annual salary range
11 - 24 years exp.
₹40 Lakhs - ₹80 Lakhs
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118% more than the average Principal Engineer Salary in Telecom Companies for 11 - 24 years of experience

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Last Updated: 28 Nov 2024

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Principal Engineer salary at Ciena ranges between ₹40 Lakhs to ₹80 Lakhs per year for employees with experience between 11 years to 24 years. Salary estimates are based on 11 latest salaries received from various employees of Ciena.

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Experience wise Ciena Principal Engineer salaries

Last Updated: 28 Nov 2024

Experience Avg Annual Salary
11 years (AmbitionBox Estimate)

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₹24.7 L/yr - ₹62 L/yr
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₹55 L/yr - ₹1.1 Cr/yr
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₹60.8 L/yr - ₹67.2 L/yr
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₹50 L/yr - ₹1.2 Cr/yr
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₹40 L/yr - ₹80 L/yr

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Top skills at Ciena for Principal Engineer

Troubleshooting Networking Automation Ethernet Python MPLS Virtualization Test Cases PLM Linux Network Security Test execution Test Planning Software Design Perl

Salary related reviews for Ciena

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Rated by 2 employees for salary & benefits

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Engineering - Software & QA Department

3.0
  •  posted on 13 Sep 2024

4.0
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Likes

Employee can choose between hybrid and remote work culture Seniors are helpful Manager understand the issues faced by employee and take corrective measures Free food.

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  • Salary - Good
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Dislikes

... really hard to get those in real Working on little old technologies which other competitors have already implemented many years back Bonus and hike are almost same between an average and good working employee

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Engineering - Software & QA Department

5.0
  •  posted on 11 Mar 2022

5.0
 for  Salary and Benefits

Likes

Work culture is very decent, work life balance is good, compensation is good in market, avoiding processes which are disliked generally like daily timesheet, too much approvals, etc.

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  • Salary - Excellent
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Dislikes

There is hardly anything to dislike in Ciena but if I have to add then international traveling option is less.

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Engineering - Software & QA Department

4.0
  •  posted on 14 Apr 2023

5.0
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Ciena is a great place to work, explore and make connections and overall grow in the IT industry. For the past year or so I've been part of Ciena, the best part I've felt is that its a company a person can settle and give years especially later in their career. The culture is very employee centric and there are many verticals to work and contribute. They are very flexible wit the timings and the managers and colleagues are very supportive. I am working as a remote employee and their remote program is one of the very best in the industry. Also there is very less micro-management in the company which is refreshing as people contribute and work on their hours they are comfortable with.

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  • Salary - Excellent
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...rojects with very less development and the work at some times not much exciting. Also their is a lot of salary variation among people with same experience or job title.

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  • Job security - Poor

Engineering - Software & QA Department

5.0
  •  posted on 20 Apr 2022

4.0
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... ideas and work on them. Also motivates employees to focus on career and growth. The company has tried to be more transparent in terms of compensation in the last year and immense support to the employees during pandemic through different allowances. The company also provides a wellbeing allowance to motivate employees to focus on their health first. And the Gurgaon employees can avail a free day care in high quality preschools like Klay fully sponsored by Ciena which is one of the most lucrative perks.

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  • Salary - Good
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There is no travel or onsite opportunity in Ciena.

Engineering - Software & QA Department

5.0
  •  posted on 01 Sep 2022

5.0
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Working culture, company take utmost care of their employees.. be it banefits, leaves, pay hike with normalisation w .r t to market standards.

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  • Salary - Excellent
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Dislikes

Company performs outstanding on all front.. u might dislike individuals but not the company.. and those type of individual will remain everywhere...

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Ciena Principal Engineer Salary FAQs

What is the salary of Principal Engineer at Ciena ?
The average salary of a Principal Engineer at Ciena in India typically ranges from ₹40.0 Lakhs to ₹80.0 Lakhs per year, depending on experience (from 11 years to 24 years).

The top 10% of Principal Engineer at Ciena earn more than ₹80.0 Lakhs per year, and the top 1% earn over ₹80.0 Lakhs per year. Principal Engineer Salaries at Ciena 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+ Ciena employees in India.
What is the estimated take home salary of a Principal Engineer at Ciena in India?
The estimated take-home salary of a Principal Engineer at Ciena in India typically ranges from ₹3,82,300 to ₹3,94,851 per month. This is based on the average salary range of ₹40.0 Lakhs to ₹80.0 Lakhs per year for employees with experience ranging from 11 years to 24 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 Ciena. 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 Ciena ?
To be a Principal Engineer at Ciena in india, the key skills required include:

  • - Troubleshooting
  • - Networking
  • - Automation
  • - Ethernet
  • - Python

These skills are highly valued at Ciena and are crucial for successful performance in a Software Engineering role.
What is the salary of a Principal Engineer in companies similar to Ciena in India?
The salary of a Principal Engineer at companies similar to Ciena in India varies, depending on the role, experience, and company size. Here are the typical salary ranges:

Ericsson ₹36.4 Lakhs to ₹114.0 Lakhs per year
Dish Network ₹45.0 Lakhs to ₹65.0 Lakhs per year
AT&T ₹27.2 Lakhs to ₹65.0 Lakhs per year
CommScope ₹23.7 Lakhs to ₹69.0 Lakhs per year
Huawei Technologies ₹16.0 Lakhs to ₹94.8 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 Principal Engineer at Ciena in India?
The salary growth for a Principal Engineer at Ciena depends on factors such as experience, performance, and promotions. On average, a Principal Engineer can expect the following growth trajectory at Ciena:

Experience Average Salary Range
11 years ₹24.7 Lakhs to ₹62.0 Lakhs per year
12 years ₹55.0 Lakhs to ₹113.1 Lakhs per year
13 years ₹60.8 Lakhs to ₹67.2 Lakhs per year
14 years ₹50.0 Lakhs to ₹117.2 Lakhs per year
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Ciena Principal Engineer salary in India ranges between ₹40 Lakhs to ₹80 Lakhs with an average annual salary of ₹unlock blur. Salary estimates are based on 11 Ciena latest salaries received from various employees of Ciena.