Cognizant Kolkata Lead Software Engineer Salaries by 3 Employees (Updated 2025)

15 - 16 years exp.

₹22 Lakhs - ₹26 Lakhs

Low Confidence

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5% more than the average Lead Software Engineer Salary in IT Services & Consulting Companies for 15 - 16 years of experience

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Last Updated: 28 Sep 2024

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Cognizant Lead Software Engineer Salary

15 - 16 years exp. (3 salaries)

₹22 L/yr - ₹26 L/yr

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Lead Software Engineer salary at Cognizant ranges between ₹22 Lakhs to ₹26 Lakhs per year for employees with experience between 15 years to 16 years. Salary estimates are based on 3 latest salaries received from various employees of Cognizant.

Experience wise Cognizant Lead Software Engineer salaries in Kolkata

Last Updated: 28 Sep 2024

Experience	Avg Annual Salary
15+ years (3 salaries)	₹22 L/yr - ₹47.6 L/yr
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Cognizant Lead Software Engineer salary in Kolkata ranges between ₹22 Lakhs to ₹26 Lakhs with an average annual salary of ₹. Salary estimates are based on 3 Cognizant latest salaries received from various employees of Cognizant.