Ciena New Delhi Software Engineer Salaries by 20+ Employees (Updated 2025)

1 - 8 years exp.

₹15.3 Lakhs - ₹30 Lakhs

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Software Engineer Salary at Ciena ranges between ₹15.3 Lakhs to ₹30 Lakhs per year for employees with experience between 1 year to 8 years. Salary estimates are based on 25 latest salaries received from various... Read more

124% more than the average Software Engineer Salary in Telecom Companies for 1 - 8 years of experience

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What are the roles & responsibilities of a Software Engineer at Ciena?

Software Development

Design and develop software features for routing and switching platforms
Author and contribute to software design, development, and documentation
Troubleshoot and debug issues in Linux environment
Implement and maintain routing protocols and enhancements

Collaboration and Communication

Work with cross-functional teams including R&D, QA, and customer support
Engage in customer demonstrations and support
Facilitate discussions with stakeholders to gather requirements
Build relationships with third-party vendors for integration

Continuous Learning and Innovation

Drive learning and development of advanced networking skills
Stay updated on new technologies and industry standards
Initiate improvements in software product quality
Participate in product demonstrations and feedback sessions

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Last Updated: 2 Jul 2025

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Ciena Software Engineer Salary

1 - 8 years exp. (25 salaries)

₹15.3 L/yr - ₹30 L/yr

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Latest annual salaries shared by Ciena Software Engineer in New Delhi

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₹27.6 Lakhs

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₹31 Lakhs

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₹18 Lakhs

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₹13 Lakhs

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Ciena Software Engineer salaries by

Years of experience	Avg. annual salary
1 year (AmbitionBox Estimate)	₹15.3 L/yr - ₹17.6 L/yr
2 years (4 salaries)	₹15.3 L/yr - ₹18 L/yr
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3 years (7 salaries)	₹15.3 L/yr - ₹26.3 L/yr
4 years (AmbitionBox Estimate)	₹18.5 L/yr - ₹23.7 L/yr
5 years (3 salaries)	₹17 L/yr - ₹30 L/yr
6 years (AmbitionBox Estimate)	₹21.7 L/yr - ₹27.8 L/yr
7 years (AmbitionBox Estimate)	₹23.3 L/yr - ₹29.8 L/yr
8 years (3 salaries)	₹20.8 L/yr - ₹30 L/yr

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In my appraisal meeting, they didn’t ask or discuss my expectations about my salary or hike percentage. The entire discussion was only about feedback and performance review. After the meeting, I asked why they didn’t allow me to share my expectations or reveal my hike numbers. They told me that the hike numbers would be decided only by the owner and then they would inform me. I feel an appraisal meeting should include open discussion about both performance and future expectations. What are your thoughts? Does this happen in your company too?

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Software Engineer (working remotely)

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Engineering - Software & QA Department

4.0

• updated on 14 Apr 2023

5.0

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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

+3 more

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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.

Job security - Poor

Technical Lead in Gurgaon / Gurugram

Full Time

Engineering - Software & QA Department

3.0

• updated 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.

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

• updated 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.

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Engineering - Software & QA Department

5.0

• updated on 09 Mar 2023

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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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Dislikes

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.

Technical Lead in Gurgaon / Gurugram

Engineering - Software & QA Department

5.0

• updated 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.

Salary - Excellent

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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 Software Engineer Salary FAQs

What is the salary of Software Engineer at Ciena in New Delhi?

The average salary of a Software Engineer at Ciena in New Delhi typically ranges from ₹15.3 Lakhs to ₹30.0 Lakhs per year, depending on experience (from 1 year to 8 years).

The top 10% of Software Engineer in New Delhi at Ciena earn more than ₹31.0 Lakhs per year, and the top 1% earn over ₹33.6 Lakhs per year. Software 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 20+ Ciena employees in India.

What is the estimated take home salary of a Software Engineer at Ciena in New Delhi?

The estimated take-home salary of a Software Engineer at Ciena in New Delhi typically ranges from ₹1,39,649 to ₹1,44,827 per month. This is based on the average salary range of ₹15.3 Lakhs to ₹30.0 Lakhs per year for employees with experience ranging from 1 year 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 20+ 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 Software Engineer at Ciena in New Delhi?

To be a Software Engineer at Ciena in New Delhi, the key skills required include:

- Python
- Java
- Software Development
- Linux
- Data Structures

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

What is the salary of a Software Engineer in companies similar to Ciena in New Delhi?

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

Telstra	₹12.6 Lakhs to ₹23.0 Lakhs per year
Nokia	₹7.7 Lakhs to ₹19.3 Lakhs per year
BT Group	₹9.2 Lakhs to ₹17.1 Lakhs per year
Rakuten Symphony	₹4.9 Lakhs to ₹14.4 Lakhs per year
Ericsson	₹5.7 Lakhs to ₹11.9 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 Ciena in New Delhi?

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

Experience	Average Salary Range
1 year	₹15.3 Lakhs to ₹17.6 Lakhs per year
2 years	₹15.3 Lakhs to ₹18.0 Lakhs per year
3 years	₹15.3 Lakhs to ₹26.3 Lakhs per year
4 years	₹18.5 Lakhs to ₹23.7 Lakhs per year

and so on.

Top skills at Ciena for Software Engineer

C++ Linux C Problem Solving Debugging Collaboration Routing Protocols

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Ciena Software Engineer salary in New Delhi ranges between ₹15.3 Lakhs to ₹30 Lakhs with an average annual salary of ₹. Salary estimates are based on 25 Ciena latest salaries received from various employees of Ciena.