Cisco Software Development Manager Salaries by 10+ Employees (Updated 2025)

8 - 19 years exp.

₹28 Lakhs - ₹55 Lakhs

Salary of majority employees

Fixed (92%)

₹44.1 Lakhs

Variable (8%)

₹4.0 Lakhs

11% more than the average Software Development Manager Salary in Hardware & Networking Companies for 8 - 19 years of experience

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Engineering - Software & QA Software Development Manager Salary 16 - 19 years exp. (6 salaries)	₹28 L/yr - ₹51 L/yr
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Research & Development Software Development Manager Salary 8 - 16 years exp. (3 salaries)	₹45 L/yr - ₹51 L/yr

Last Updated: 8 Feb 2025

Companies similar to Cisco for Software Development Manager

Company name	Avg Annual Salary	Open Jobs
Nvidia Software Development Manager Salary 12 - 15 years exp. (4 salaries)	₹32.5 L/yr - ₹60 L/yr At par
Lumen Technologies Software Development Manager Salary 18 - 22 years exp. (4 salaries)	₹35.1 L/yr - ₹46.8 L/yr 12% less
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Nokia Networks Software Development Manager Salary 20 - 23 years exp. (3 salaries)	₹96 L/yr - ₹1.1 Cr/yr 110% more
Paladion Networks Software Development Manager Salary 11 - 14 years exp. (3 salaries)	₹11.3 L/yr - ₹14.2 L/yr 75% less
Amdocs Software Development Manager Salary 10 - 18 years exp. (273 salaries)	₹19.5 L/yr - ₹45.3 L/yr 29% less

Software Development Manager salary at Cisco ranges between ₹28 Lakhs to ₹55 Lakhs per year for employees with experience between 8 years to 19 years. Salary estimates are based on 15 latest salaries received from various employees of Cisco.

Experience wise Cisco Software Development Manager salaries

Last Updated: 8 Feb 2025

Experience	Avg Annual Salary
8 years (AmbitionBox Estimate)	₹45 L/yr - ₹89.4 L/yr
9 years (AmbitionBox Estimate)	₹19.8 L/yr - ₹51 L/yr
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10 years (AmbitionBox Estimate)	₹44.2 L/yr - ₹56.5 L/yr
11 years (AmbitionBox Estimate)	₹44 L/yr - ₹56.2 L/yr
12 years (AmbitionBox Estimate)	₹43.7 L/yr - ₹55.8 L/yr
13 years (AmbitionBox Estimate)	₹43.5 L/yr - ₹55.5 L/yr
14 years (AmbitionBox Estimate)	₹19.2 L/yr - ₹48.4 L/yr
15+ years (12 salaries)	₹28 L/yr - ₹55 L/yr

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Senior Software Development Manager 15 - 22 years exp.

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5.0

• posted on 19 Jul 2024

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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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• 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.

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5.0

• posted on 26 May 2021

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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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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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I like the Campus and work culture at Cisco.

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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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Cisco Software Development Manager Salary FAQs

What is the salary of Software Development Manager at Cisco ?

The average salary of a Software Development Manager at Cisco in India typically ranges from ₹28.0 Lakhs to ₹55.0 Lakhs per year, depending on experience (from 8 years to 19 years).

The top 10% of Software Development Manager at Cisco earn more than ₹51.0 Lakhs per year, and the top 1% earn over ₹55.0 Lakhs per year. Software Development Manager 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 10+ Cisco employees in India.

What is the estimated take home salary of a Software Development Manager at Cisco in India?

The estimated take-home salary of a Software Development Manager at Cisco in India typically ranges from ₹2,81,809 to ₹2,93,385 per month. This is based on the average salary range of ₹28.0 Lakhs to ₹55.0 Lakhs per year for employees with experience ranging from 8 years to 19 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 Cisco. Check how we calculate in-hand salary with our in-hand salary calculator.

Which companies offer higher salaries than Cisco for Software Development Manager in India?

Nokia Networks

₹96.0 Lakhs to ₹106.1 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 Software Development Manager in companies similar to Cisco in India?

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

Nvidia	₹32.5 Lakhs to ₹60.0 Lakhs per year
Lumen Technologies	₹35.1 Lakhs to ₹46.8 Lakhs per year
Amdocs	₹19.5 Lakhs to ₹45.3 Lakhs per year
Paladion Networks	₹11.3 Lakhs to ₹14.2 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 Development Manager at Cisco in India?

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

Experience	Average Salary Range
8 years	₹45.0 Lakhs to ₹89.4 Lakhs per year
9 years	₹19.8 Lakhs to ₹51.0 Lakhs per year
10 years	₹44.2 Lakhs to ₹56.5 Lakhs per year
11 years	₹44.0 Lakhs to ₹56.2 Lakhs per year

and so on.

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Cisco Software Development Manager salary in India ranges between ₹28 Lakhs to ₹55 Lakhs with an average annual salary of ₹. Salary estimates are based on 15 Cisco latest salaries received from various employees of Cisco.