Cognizant Lead QA Engineer Salaries by 6 Employees

8 - 14 years exp.

₹11 Lakhs - ₹18.1 Lakhs

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27% less than the average Lead QA Engineer Salary in IT Services & Consulting Companies for 8 - 14 years of experience

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Engineering - Software & QA Lead QA Engineer Salary 11 - 14 years exp. (3 salaries)	₹11.4 L/yr - ₹13.5 L/yr
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Project & Program Management Lead QA Engineer Salary 8 years exp. (AmbitionBox Estimate)	₹9.9 L/yr - ₹12.1 L/yr

Last Updated: 11 Dec 2024

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Wipro Lead QA Engineer Salary 5 - 11 years exp. (5 salaries)	₹11.5 L/yr - ₹15 L/yr 5% more
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Lead QA Engineer salary at Cognizant ranges between ₹11 Lakhs to ₹18.1 Lakhs per year for employees with experience between 8 years to 14 years. Salary estimates are based on 6 latest salaries received from various employees of Cognizant.

Experience wise Cognizant Lead QA Engineer salaries

Last Updated: 11 Dec 2024

Experience	Avg Annual Salary
8 years (AmbitionBox Estimate)	₹13.2 L/yr - ₹16.8 L/yr
9 years (AmbitionBox Estimate)	₹12.8 L/yr - ₹16.3 L/yr
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10 years (AmbitionBox Estimate)	₹12.3 L/yr - ₹15.8 L/yr
11 years (AmbitionBox Estimate)	₹11.9 L/yr - ₹15.2 L/yr
12 years (AmbitionBox Estimate)	₹11.5 L/yr - ₹14.7 L/yr
13 years (AmbitionBox Estimate)	₹11.1 L/yr - ₹14.1 L/yr
14 years (AmbitionBox Estimate)	₹10.6 L/yr - ₹13.6 L/yr

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Salary related reviews for Cognizant

4.0

Rated by 2 employees for salary & benefits

Associate Quality Assurance Engineer in Bargarh

Full Time

Engineering - Software & QA Department

3.0

• posted on 17 Mar 2025

1.0

for Salary and Benefits

Likes

The work life balance depends from project to project and the management as per where I'm working over the past 9 years I've established good work life balance.

Skill development - Good

+2 more

Dislikes

...e eligible the promotion is like IJP and you might have to wait extra few years. Also, the pay is never revised and is way less than market value.

Salary - Bad

+2 more

Software Tester in Pune

Full Time

Engineering - Software & QA Department

3.0

• posted on 19 Sep 2023

2.0

for Salary and Benefits

Likes

1. The company provides Cab Services which is a good 2. Good Exposure to Client Side projects 3. Work from home is provided

Skill development - Good

Dislikes

1. No compensation is provided like fuel or petrol charges 2. Salary hike is very low as 4-6% per year 3. Work culture is not good some managers are old and don't understand and help there resources

Salary - Poor

+4 more

Test Analyst in Pune

Full Time

Engineering - Software & QA Department

4.0

• posted on 04 Oct 2023

3.0

for Salary and Benefits

Likes

Opportunity in Learning and development. Good and friendly managers if lucky. Salary and bonus credited in timely manner.

Skill development - Good

+1 more

Dislikes

Politics. Communication gap between seniors and juniors. Weak appraisal structure. No fix time to log off. Usually have to work late.

Promotions - Poor

Test Analyst in Kolkata

Full Time

Engineering - Software & QA Department

4.0

• posted on 19 Apr 2022

3.0

for Salary and Benefits

Likes

Good work environment and culture. Numbers of Skill up programs. Teammates are supportive. Company policies are good.

Skill development - Excellent

+5 more

Dislikes

...nity to choose their career path, the company should not impose any career path. Salary for undergraduate, specially from B.Sc CS, BCA and B.Sc IT is really low.

ETL Tester in Bangalore / Bengaluru

Full Time

Engineering - Software & QA Department

4.0

• posted on 08 Apr 2022

3.0

for Salary and Benefits

Likes

I worked on contractual role., as I hired on pandamic we never worked in office., So, no comments on company environment,salary hikes,bonus and policies. For us there will be minimal job security as we're not hired for full-time. Good experience working with the team., Appreciating the support from the management and team members.

Job security - Good

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Hi everyone, I have 3.6 years of IT experience and currently work at a service-based company in Pune. My current CTC is 14 LPA (13.5 LPA fixed). I recently received an offer from Novartis Hyderabad as Data Analyst level 3 with a CTC of 19.9 LPA (18.3 LPA fixed). Is this a good offer, or is it on the lower side for my experience? Would appreciate your suggestions! Any answers from people working at Novartis pls ?

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Cognizant Lead QA Engineer Salary FAQs

What is the salary of Lead QA Engineer at Cognizant ?

The average salary of a Lead QA Engineer at Cognizant in India typically ranges from ₹11.0 Lakhs to ₹18.1 Lakhs per year, depending on experience (from 8 years to 14 years).

The top 10% of Lead QA Engineer at Cognizant earn more than ₹17.6 Lakhs per year, and the top 1% earn over ₹18.1 Lakhs per year. Lead QA Engineer 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 QA Engineer at Cognizant in India?

The estimated take-home salary of a Lead QA Engineer at Cognizant in India typically ranges from ₹93,170 to ₹95,670 per month. This is based on the average salary range of ₹11.0 Lakhs to ₹18.1 Lakhs per year for employees with experience ranging from 8 years to 14 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.

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

IBM	₹16.0 Lakhs to ₹26.0 Lakhs per year
Tech Mahindra	₹13.0 Lakhs to ₹21.0 Lakhs per year
Wipro	₹11.5 Lakhs to ₹15.0 Lakhs per year
UST	₹10.5 Lakhs to ₹15.0 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 QA Engineer in companies similar to Cognizant in India?

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

TCS	₹8.5 Lakhs to ₹14.0 Lakhs per year
Accenture	₹8.0 Lakhs to ₹12.8 Lakhs per year
HCLTech	₹4.4 Lakhs to ₹12.6 Lakhs per year
HCL Group	₹4.7 Lakhs to ₹5.0 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 Lead QA Engineer at Cognizant in India?

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

Experience	Average Salary Range
8 years	₹13.2 Lakhs to ₹16.8 Lakhs per year
9 years	₹12.8 Lakhs to ₹16.3 Lakhs per year
10 years	₹12.3 Lakhs to ₹15.8 Lakhs per year
11 years	₹11.9 Lakhs to ₹15.2 Lakhs per year

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Cognizant Lead QA Engineer salary in India ranges between ₹11 Lakhs to ₹18.1 Lakhs with an average annual salary of ₹. Salary estimates are based on 6 Cognizant latest salaries received from various employees of Cognizant.