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₹16 Lakhs - ₹27 Lakhs

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25% less than the average Lead Java Developer Salary in IT Services & Consulting Companies for 6 years of experience

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Last Updated: 15 Sep 2023

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Lead Java Developer salary at Cognizant ranges between ₹16 Lakhs to ₹27 Lakhs per year for employees with 6 years of experience. Salary estimates are based on 6 latest salaries received from various employees of Cognizant.

Experience wise Cognizant Lead Java Developer salaries

Last Updated: 15 Sep 2023

Experience	Avg Annual Salary
6 years (6 salaries)	₹16 L/yr - ₹27 L/yr
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Top skills at Cognizant for Lead Java Developer

Java Spring Boot Microservices

Salary related reviews for Cognizant

Programmer Analyst in Mumbai

Full Time

Engineering - Software & QA Department

1.0

• posted on 22 Jan 2025

1.0

for Salary and Benefits

Likes

Depends on your home manager, some are really supportive. 5-6 hours required from office (depends on the project), rest can be done from home, udemy access, cloud certifications

Dislikes

Salary is too low, only ceo earns good money, exploiting freshers and playing with their careers. They don't have many projects, so most of the time people will be on bench. Promotions are delayed/cancelled based on their convenience citing reasons like utilization is less (common sense- it is less because the company has less projects). Promotions criteria are increased if you satisfy previous required criteria. Hikes are less than peanuts. Company culture is bad, no festival celebration nothing. Work-life balance depends on the project; if you have a project, then you're overloaded with work and if you don't, you're overloaded with stress as they can terminate you anyday. FEW OF THE LATERAL HIREES ARE PUT ON BENCH AND LATER TERMINATED AFTER 6 MONTHS. JOIN ONLY IF YOU WANT TO WASTE YOUR TIME AND CAREER.

Salary - Bad

+5 more

Programmer Analyst in Kolkata

Full Time

Engineering - Software & QA Department

3.0

• posted on 18 Jan 2025

2.0

for Salary and Benefits

Likes

I have been learning new technologies since day one, so learning is never stopped for me after joining cognizant

Dislikes

Cognizant will not pay you well , Even if you are eligible for a better pay at the correct time they will release you from the project so that they don't have to promote you

Salary - Poor

+4 more

Senior Associate in Noida

Full Time

Procurement & Supply Chain Department

4.0

• posted on 10 Jan 2025

3.0

for Salary and Benefits

Likes

Cognizant has strong capebilities in delivering technology services with a robust support. People are satisfied working here but since past couple of years company has not given ample opportunitiesto employees in terms of growth and compensastion

Work satisfaction - Good

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Dislikes

Not good approasal No timely appraisal No promotion policies No standard salary parameters as per exp No benchmarking for compensastion

Senior Associate in Kolkata

Full Time

Engineering - Software & QA Department

3.0

• posted on 10 Jan 2025

4.0

for Salary and Benefits

Likes

If you swith to Cognizant, they will provide good salary compared to other service based company. They also push their associate for skill development with regular certification drive.

Salary - Good

+1 more

Dislikes

The appraisal system dropped drastically in couple of years. Very minimum salary hike with high ratings.

Promotions - Poor

Programmer Analyst in Chennai

Full Time

Engineering - Software & QA Department

5.0

• posted on 08 Jan 2025

3.0

for Salary and Benefits

Likes

I joined Cognizant as a fresher and it’s a best place for starting your career. Culture is very good maybe because of company USA origin. I got good ratings for my hard work without any politics.

Skill development - Excellent

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Dislikes

Salary and hike is low. Waiting period for promotion is so high even though if you have top year end rating.

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Cognizant Lead Java Developer Salary FAQs

What is the salary of Lead Java Developer at Cognizant ?

The average salary of a Lead Java Developer at Cognizant in India typically ranges from ₹16.0 Lakhs to ₹27.0 Lakhs per year, depending on experience (from 6 years to 6 years).

The top 10% of Lead Java Developer at Cognizant earn more than ₹26.4 Lakhs per year, and the top 1% earn over ₹NaN Lakhs per year. Lead Java Developer Salaries at Cognizant 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 Cognizant employees in India.

What is the estimated take home salary of a Lead Java Developer at Cognizant in India?

The estimated take-home salary of a Lead Java Developer at Cognizant in India typically ranges from ₹1,18,610 to ₹1,21,933 per month. This is based on the average salary range of ₹16.0 Lakhs to ₹27.0 Lakhs per year for employees with experience ranging from 6 years to 6 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 Cognizant. Check how we calculate in-hand salary with our in-hand salary calculator.

What are the key skills required to be a Lead Java Developer at Cognizant ?

To be a Lead Java Developer at Cognizant in india, the key skills required include:

- Java
- Spring Boot
- Microservices

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

Which companies offer higher salaries than Cognizant for Lead Java Developer in India?

TCS	₹16.3 Lakhs to ₹43.0 Lakhs per year
IBM	₹20.3 Lakhs to ₹38.0 Lakhs per year
DXC Technology	₹15.2 Lakhs to ₹36.0 Lakhs per year
Tech Mahindra	₹11.6 Lakhs to ₹40.4 Lakhs per year
Wipro	₹19.0 Lakhs to ₹31.0 Lakhs per year

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

What is the salary of a Lead Java Developer in companies similar to Cognizant in India?

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

Capgemini	₹14.1 Lakhs to ₹26.0 Lakhs per year
Genpact	₹16.8 Lakhs to ₹31.4 Lakhs per year
Infosys	₹12.0 Lakhs to ₹30.0 Lakhs per year
Accenture	₹10.0 Lakhs to ₹18.0 Lakhs per year
HCLTech	₹5.2 Lakhs to ₹26.3 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 Java Developer at Cognizant in India?

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

Experience	Average Salary Range
6 years	₹16.0 Lakhs to ₹27.0 Lakhs per year

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Cognizant Lead Java Developer salary in India ranges between ₹16 Lakhs to ₹27 Lakhs with an average annual salary of ₹. Salary estimates are based on 6 Cognizant latest salaries received from various employees of Cognizant.