Ciena Senior Software Developer Salaries by 40+ Employees (Updated 2025)

5 - 10 years exp.

₹11.3 Lakhs - ₹37.1 Lakhs

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93% more than the average Senior Software Developer Salary in Telecom Companies for 5 - 10 years of experience

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Last Updated: 12 Feb 2025

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Senior Software Developer salary at Ciena ranges between ₹11.3 Lakhs to ₹37.1 Lakhs per year for employees with experience between 5 years to 10 years. Salary estimates are based on 43 latest salaries received from various employees of Ciena.

Experience wise Ciena Senior Software Developer salaries

Last Updated: 12 Feb 2025

Experience	Avg Annual Salary
5 years (4 salaries)	₹15 L/yr - ₹38.6 L/yr
6 years (13 salaries)	₹13 L/yr - ₹43 L/yr
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7 years (8 salaries)	₹11.3 L/yr - ₹28 L/yr
8 years (9 salaries)	₹17.6 L/yr - ₹31 L/yr
9 years (6 salaries)	₹22.5 L/yr - ₹37 L/yr
10 years (3 salaries)	₹13.4 L/yr - ₹37.1 L/yr

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Top skills at Ciena for Senior Software Developer

Software Development Linux Data Structures Kafka Java Python Multithreading Rest SCALA Routing Protocols STL C C++ Unix

Salary related reviews for Ciena

4.9

Rated by 3 employees for salary & benefits

Senior Software Developer in Gurgaon / Gurugram

Engineering - Software & QA Department

5.0

• posted on 17 Apr 2021

4.0

for Salary and Benefits

Likes

...gement is transparent. There is a huge cafeteria and gaming arcade for chilling. Company policies are good, appraisals are fair and they give good salary hike and bonus every year.

Salary - Good

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Technical Lead in Gurgaon / Gurugram

Full Time

Engineering - Software & QA Department

3.0

• posted on 13 Sep 2024

4.0

for Salary and Benefits

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.

Salary - Good

+4 more

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

Senior Software Engineer in Gurgaon / Gurugram

Full Time

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.

Salary - Excellent

+6 more

Dislikes

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

Software Engineer (working remotely)

Full Time

Engineering - Software & QA Department

4.0

• posted on 14 Apr 2023

5.0

for Salary and Benefits

Likes

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.

Salary - Excellent

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Dislikes

...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.

Job security - Poor

Associate Software Engineer (working remotely)

Full Time

Engineering - Software & QA Department

5.0

• posted on 09 Mar 2023

5.0

for Salary and Benefits

Likes

Ciena is the best place to work with great work life balance, supportive work culture and competitive pay. I feel blessed to get to work on cutting edge technologies and collaborate with great leaders.

Salary - Excellent

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I am happy to work with Ciena and everyday is a new learning. It's almost been more than 2 years and I like everything about this company.

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Ciena Senior Software Developer Salary FAQs

What is the salary of Senior Software Developer at Ciena ?

The average salary of a Senior Software Developer at Ciena in India typically ranges from ₹11.3 Lakhs to ₹37.1 Lakhs per year, depending on experience (from 5 years to 10 years).

The top 10% of Senior Software Developer at Ciena earn more than ₹35.0 Lakhs per year, and the top 1% earn over ₹37.1 Lakhs per year. Senior Software Developer 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 40+ Ciena employees in India.

What is the estimated take home salary of a Senior Software Developer at Ciena in India?

The estimated take-home salary of a Senior Software Developer at Ciena in India typically ranges from ₹1,71,512 to ₹1,78,130 per month. This is based on the average salary range of ₹11.3 Lakhs to ₹37.1 Lakhs per year for employees with experience ranging from 5 years to 10 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 Ciena. Check how we calculate in-hand salary with our in-hand salary calculator.

What are the key skills required to be a Senior Software Developer at Ciena ?

To be a Senior Software Developer at Ciena in india, the key skills required include:

- Software Development
- Linux
- Data Structures
- Kafka
- Java

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

Which companies offer higher salaries than Ciena for Senior Software Developer in India?

Telstra	₹26.3 Lakhs to ₹47.7 Lakhs per year
Infinera	₹17.5 Lakhs to ₹31.0 Lakhs per year

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

What is the salary of a Senior Software Developer in companies similar to Ciena in India?

The salary of a Senior Software Developer at companies similar to Ciena in India varies, depending on the role, experience, and company size. Here are the typical salary ranges:

Dish Network	₹21.0 Lakhs to ₹34.0 Lakhs per year
Cisco	₹10.3 Lakhs to ₹41.6 Lakhs per year
AT&T	₹13.0 Lakhs to ₹37.0 Lakhs per year
Verizon	₹8.5 Lakhs to ₹31.8 Lakhs per year
Fujitsu	₹10.0 Lakhs to ₹28.0 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 Senior Software Developer at Ciena in India?

The salary growth for a Senior Software Developer at Ciena depends on factors such as experience, performance, and promotions. On average, a Senior Software Developer can expect the following growth trajectory at Ciena:

Experience	Average Salary Range
5 years	₹15.0 Lakhs to ₹38.6 Lakhs per year
6 years	₹13.0 Lakhs to ₹43.0 Lakhs per year
7 years	₹11.3 Lakhs to ₹28.0 Lakhs per year
8 years	₹17.6 Lakhs to ₹31.0 Lakhs per year

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Ciena Senior Software Developer salary in India ranges between ₹11.3 Lakhs to ₹37.1 Lakhs with an average annual salary of ₹. Salary estimates are based on 43 Ciena latest salaries received from various employees of Ciena.