Cisco Sdet Lead Salaries by 6 Employees (Updated 2025)

8 - 12 years exp.

₹26.3 Lakhs - ₹35.5 Lakhs

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At par with the average Sdet Lead Salary in Hardware & Networking Companies for 8 - 12 years of experience

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Last Updated: 12 Mar 2025

Companies similar to Cisco for Sdet Lead

Company name	Avg Annual Salary	Open Jobs
Nvidia Sdet Lead Salary Fresher (4 salaries)	₹15.5 L/yr - ₹22 L/yr 37% less
Juniper Networks Sdet Lead Salary 0 - 15 years exp. (3 salaries)	₹12.5 L/yr - ₹35 L/yr 20% less
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Amazon Sdet Lead Salary 2 - 9 years exp. (103 salaries)	₹19.8 L/yr - ₹70 L/yr 41% more
Google Sdet Lead Salary 0 - 10 years exp. (75 salaries)	₹18.4 L/yr - ₹80 L/yr 52% more
Microsoft Corporation Sdet Lead Salary 0 - 12 years exp. (45 salaries)	₹15.1 L/yr - ₹58.8 L/yr 23% more

Sdet Lead salary at Cisco ranges between ₹26.3 Lakhs to ₹35.5 Lakhs per year for employees with experience between 8 years to 12 years. Salary estimates are based on 6 latest salaries received from various employees of Cisco.

Experience wise Cisco Sdet Lead salaries

Last Updated: 12 Mar 2025

Experience	Avg Annual Salary
8 years (AmbitionBox Estimate)	₹12 L/yr - ₹30.5 L/yr
9 years (AmbitionBox Estimate)	₹27.5 L/yr - ₹35.2 L/yr
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10 years (AmbitionBox Estimate)	₹27.9 L/yr - ₹35.7 L/yr
11 years (AmbitionBox Estimate)	₹12.6 L/yr - ₹35 L/yr
12 years (AmbitionBox Estimate)	₹12.8 L/yr - ₹35.5 L/yr

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4.7

Rated by 2 employees for salary & benefits

Software Engineer in Bangalore / Bengaluru

Full Time

Engineering - Software & QA Department

4.0

• posted on 04 Feb 2025

4.0

for Salary and Benefits

Likes

Great work-life balance. The ability to work from home depends on the team and is permitted if there is a genuine need. There are plenty of free resources available for skill development.

Salary - Good

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Dislikes

Due to recent layoffs, job security is uncertain. Promotions and salary increases have been impacted and are lower compared to other competitors.

Job security - Poor

Software Engineer in Chennai

Full Time

Engineering - Software & QA Department

5.0

• posted on 19 Jul 2024

4.0

for Salary and Benefits

Likes

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

Salary - Good

+5 more

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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

Software Engineer in Bangalore Rural

Engineering - Software & QA Department

4.0

• posted on 27 May 2021

3.0

for Salary and Benefits

Likes

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

+4 more

Dislikes

... 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

+6 more

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.

Test Engineer

Engineering - Software & QA Department

5.0

• posted on 20 Sep 2018

5.0

for Salary and Benefits

Likes

outstanding pay (salary) and benefits

Salary - Excellent

+1 more

Dislikes

strict timings. not enough time for the family life. tasks not properly assigned. study material given for reading but after the deadline of training period, tasks without being assigned and without being tested on the actual project, was separated from the company. no guidance at all.

Job security - Bad

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Cisco Sdet Lead Salary FAQs

What is the salary of Sdet Lead at Cisco ?

The average salary of a Sdet Lead at Cisco in India typically ranges from ₹26.3 Lakhs to ₹35.5 Lakhs per year, depending on experience (from 8 years to 12 years).

The top 10% of Sdet Lead at Cisco earn more than ₹35.5 Lakhs per year, and the top 1% earn over ₹35.5 Lakhs per year. Sdet Lead 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 6 Cisco employees in India.

What is the estimated take home salary of a Sdet Lead at Cisco in India?

The estimated take-home salary of a Sdet Lead at Cisco in India typically ranges from ₹1,81,742 to ₹1,88,823 per month. This is based on the average salary range of ₹26.3 Lakhs to ₹35.5 Lakhs per year for employees with experience ranging from 8 years to 12 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 6 salaries received from various employees of Cisco. Check how we calculate in-hand salary with our in-hand salary calculator.

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

Google	₹18.4 Lakhs to ₹80.0 Lakhs per year
Amazon	₹19.8 Lakhs to ₹70.0 Lakhs per year
Microsoft Corporation	₹15.1 Lakhs to ₹58.8 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 Sdet Lead in companies similar to Cisco in India?

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

Juniper Networks	₹12.5 Lakhs to ₹35.0 Lakhs per year
Nvidia	₹15.5 Lakhs to ₹22.0 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 Sdet Lead at Cisco in India?

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

Experience	Average Salary Range
8 years	₹12.0 Lakhs to ₹30.5 Lakhs per year
9 years	₹27.5 Lakhs to ₹35.2 Lakhs per year
10 years	₹27.9 Lakhs to ₹35.7 Lakhs per year
11 years	₹12.6 Lakhs to ₹35.0 Lakhs per year

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Cisco Sdet Lead salary in India ranges between ₹26.3 Lakhs to ₹35.5 Lakhs with an average annual salary of ₹. Salary estimates are based on 6 Cisco latest salaries received from various employees of Cisco.