Cisco Bangalore / Bengaluru Lead Engineer Salaries by 30+ Employees (Updated 2025)

3 - 24 years exp.

₹15.1 Lakhs - ₹61 Lakhs

Salary of majority employees

Fixed (89%)

₹32.6 Lakhs

Variable (11%)

₹4.1 Lakhs

131% more than the average Lead Engineer Salary in Hardware & Networking Companies for 3 - 24 years of experience

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Engineering - Software & QA Lead Engineer Salary 3 - 24 years exp. (24 salaries)	₹11.4 L/yr - ₹54.6 L/yr
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Quality Assurance Lead Engineer Salary 22 - 24 years exp. (AmbitionBox Estimate)	₹20.4 L/yr - ₹70 L/yr

Last Updated: 20 Jan 2025

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Cisco Lead Engineer Salary

3 - 24 years exp. (33 salaries)

₹15.1 L/yr - ₹61 L/yr

Company name	Avg Annual Salary	Open Jobs
Nokia Networks Lead Engineer Salary 2 - 13 years exp. (22 salaries)	₹8.5 L/yr - ₹27 L/yr 52% less
Juniper Networks Lead Engineer Salary 7 - 11 years exp. (5 salaries)	₹35 L/yr - ₹52 L/yr 23% more
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BT Business Lead Engineer Salary 11 - 14 years exp. (4 salaries)	₹35.7 L/yr - ₹53 L/yr 22% more
Infinera Lead Engineer Salary 2 - 15 years exp. (3 salaries)	₹6 L/yr - ₹26 L/yr 62% less
Lumen Technologies Lead Engineer Salary 8 - 14 years exp. (3 salaries)	₹10.2 L/yr - ₹16.5 L/yr 63% less

Lead Engineer salary at Cisco ranges between ₹15.1 Lakhs to ₹61 Lakhs per year for employees with experience between 3 years to 24 years. Salary estimates are based on 33 latest salaries received from various employees of Cisco.

Experience wise Cisco Lead Engineer salaries in Bangalore / Bengaluru

Last Updated: 20 Jan 2025

Experience	Avg Annual Salary
3 years (AmbitionBox Estimate)	₹11.5 L/yr - ₹27.2 L/yr
4 years (AmbitionBox Estimate)	₹11 L/yr - ₹30.9 L/yr
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5 years (AmbitionBox Estimate)	₹11.9 L/yr - ₹34.6 L/yr
6 years (AmbitionBox Estimate)	₹12 L/yr - ₹38.3 L/yr
7 years (AmbitionBox Estimate)	₹19 L/yr - ₹42 L/yr
8 years (AmbitionBox Estimate)	₹22.9 L/yr - ₹29.2 L/yr
9 years (AmbitionBox Estimate)	₹25.2 L/yr - ₹49.4 L/yr
10 years (AmbitionBox Estimate)	₹20 L/yr - ₹41 L/yr
11 years (AmbitionBox Estimate)	₹16 L/yr - ₹56.8 L/yr
12 years (4 salaries)	₹14 L/yr - ₹60.5 L/yr
13 years (AmbitionBox Estimate)	₹32.1 L/yr - ₹41.1 L/yr
14 years (3 salaries)	₹29 L/yr - ₹43 L/yr
15+ years (14 salaries)	₹30 L/yr - ₹72.3 L/yr

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Top skills at Cisco for Lead Engineer

VLAN QOS Python Production Support Computer Networking Cisco Open Source Linux Administration Product Management C++

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5.0

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WLB is really good People are really nice to talk We will be valued and trusted in team

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Salary is less compared to market standards No transparency in salary We don’t even get to know what is the grade level of our colleagues unless you are involved with colleagues outside work like chai table or discussion tables

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Engineering - Software & QA Department

4.0

• posted on 27 May 2021

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Good culture and work-life balance. Everything is driven by managers at any level. Good company to work for but don't stay in the same team for a long time. keep changing the teams internally.

Skill development - Excellent

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... stayed more years, Salaries are very less when compared to college fresh grads. and there is no rule that higher grades get more compensation than lower grades.

Software Engineer in Bangalore / Bengaluru

Engineering - Software & QA Department

5.0

• posted on 26 May 2021

4.0

for Salary and Benefits

Likes

Work culture is best in cisco . Managers are very good and helpful . Really liked this company and feels best place to work.

Salary - Good

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Dislikes

Cisco salary is decent. But cisco competitors pay better than cisco . But still best place to work when it comes to work life balance.

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Full Time

Engineering - Software & QA Department

4.0

• posted on 22 May 2024

4.0

for Salary and Benefits

Likes

I like the Campus and work culture at Cisco.

Salary - Good

+3 more

Dislikes

Until you resign, managers will not recognize your worth. Pay is less when compared with competitors. Promotions happen rarely. Managers will not allow you to take leaves.

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Very Poor Work life balance(Hyderabad Office) Management is bad Appraisal are Ok-ies not great not bad Layoff's are happening quiet frequently now days Promotion are very tough here

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What is the salary of Lead Engineer at Cisco in Bangalore / Bengaluru?

The average salary of a Lead Engineer at Cisco in Bangalore / Bengaluru typically ranges from ₹15.1 Lakhs to ₹61.0 Lakhs per year, depending on experience (from 3 years to 24 years).

The top 10% of Lead Engineer in Bangalore / Bengaluru at Cisco earn more than ₹61.0 Lakhs per year, and the top 1% earn over ₹93.0 Lakhs per year. Lead Engineer Salaries at Cisco 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 30+ Cisco employees in India.

What is the estimated take home salary of a Lead Engineer at Cisco in Bangalore / Bengaluru?

The estimated take-home salary of a Lead Engineer at Cisco in Bangalore / Bengaluru typically ranges from ₹2,20,933 to ₹2,29,785 per month. This is based on the average salary range of ₹15.1 Lakhs to ₹61.0 Lakhs per year for employees with experience ranging from 3 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 30+ salaries received from various employees of Cisco. Check how we calculate in-hand salary with our in-hand salary calculator.

What are the key skills required to be a Lead Engineer at Cisco in Bangalore / Bengaluru?

To be a Lead Engineer at Cisco in Bangalore / Bengaluru, the key skills required include:

- VLAN
- QOS
- Python
- Production Support
- Computer Networking

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

Which companies offer higher salaries than Cisco for Lead Engineer in India?

Juniper Networks	₹35.0 Lakhs to ₹52.0 Lakhs per year
BT Business	₹35.7 Lakhs to ₹53.0 Lakhs per year

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

What is the salary of a Lead Engineer in companies similar to Cisco in Bangalore / Bengaluru?

The salary of a Lead Engineer at companies similar to Cisco in Bangalore / Bengaluru varies, depending on the role, experience, and company size. Here are the typical salary ranges:

Nokia Networks	₹8.5 Lakhs to ₹27.0 Lakhs per year
Infinera	₹6.0 Lakhs to ₹26.0 Lakhs per year
Lumen Technologies	₹10.2 Lakhs to ₹16.5 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 Lead Engineer at Cisco in Bangalore / Bengaluru?

The salary growth for a Lead Engineer at Cisco in Bangalore / Bengaluru depends on factors such as experience, performance, and promotions. On average, a Lead Engineer in Bangalore / Bengaluru can expect the following growth trajectory at Cisco:

Experience	Average Salary Range
3 years	₹11.5 Lakhs to ₹27.2 Lakhs per year
4 years	₹11.0 Lakhs to ₹30.9 Lakhs per year
5 years	₹11.9 Lakhs to ₹34.6 Lakhs per year
6 years	₹12.0 Lakhs to ₹38.3 Lakhs per year

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Cisco Lead Engineer salary in Bangalore / Bengaluru ranges between ₹15.1 Lakhs to ₹61 Lakhs with an average annual salary of ₹. Salary estimates are based on 33 Cisco latest salaries received from various employees of Cisco.