Cognizant Kochi Lead Software Engineer Salaries by 4 Employees

9 - 11 years exp.

₹13.9 Lakhs - ₹25 Lakhs

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30% more than the average Lead Software Engineer Salary in IT Services & Consulting Companies for 9 - 11 years of experience

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Last Updated: 7 Nov 2023

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Cognizant Lead Software Engineer Salary

9 - 11 years exp. (4 salaries)

₹13.9 L/yr - ₹25 L/yr

Company name	Avg Annual Salary	Open Jobs
UST Lead Software Engineer Salary 5 - 13 years exp. (139 salaries)	₹8 L/yr - ₹25 L/yr 21% less
TCS Lead Software Engineer Salary 6 - 12 years exp. (7 salaries)	₹13.5 L/yr - ₹25.5 L/yr 26% less
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Accenture Lead Software Engineer Salary 8 - 10 years exp. (3 salaries)	₹17 L/yr - ₹21.7 L/yr 23% less
Experion Technologies Lead Software Engineer Salary 5 - 8 years exp. (43 salaries)	₹6.6 L/yr - ₹22 L/yr 35% less
Citrus Informatics Lead Software Engineer Salary 4 - 12 years exp. (10 salaries)	₹5.7 L/yr - ₹15 L/yr 58% less

Lead Software Engineer salary at Cognizant ranges between ₹13.9 Lakhs to ₹25 Lakhs per year for employees with experience between 9 years to 11 years. Salary estimates are based on 4 latest salaries received from various employees of Cognizant.

Experience wise Cognizant Lead Software Engineer salaries in Kochi

Last Updated: 7 Nov 2023

Experience	Avg Annual Salary
9 years (AmbitionBox Estimate)	₹21.7 L/yr - ₹27.7 L/yr
10 years (AmbitionBox Estimate)	₹22 L/yr - ₹28.1 L/yr
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11 years (AmbitionBox Estimate)	₹22.3 L/yr - ₹28.5 L/yr

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As working here is quite good when your manager is cooperative. Though In previous two years work and manager both was good no complaints for them and i worked from home till now and everyone was cool.

Skill development - Good

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Now during current project my so called manager is psycho. Here in cognizant manager also do coding but he is like only I have to do everything and he just wants credit for it. Even to other squads he is like only he is doing work. He oftenly insulted me and two other team mates. I talked with my home manager but no benefit. Only you have to suffer in that scenario.

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Despite the fact that cognizant is not directly involved, the management team is the worst because I had a bad rating once and spoke with my HR about it. She said that it was illogical to claim to be able to speak Hindi, and they do not care about employees. While some employees are excellent, favoritism is a non-issue in the Kolkata office. I will not receive any better senior support that would help me start from scratch.

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What is the salary of Lead Software Engineer at Cognizant in Kochi?

The average salary of a Lead Software Engineer at Cognizant in Kochi typically ranges from ₹13.9 Lakhs to ₹25.0 Lakhs per year, depending on experience (from 9 years to 11 years).

The top 10% of Lead Software Engineer in Kochi at Cognizant earn more than ₹25.0 Lakhs per year, and the top 1% earn over ₹25.0 Lakhs per year. Lead Software 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 4 Cognizant employees in India.

What is the estimated take home salary of a Lead Software Engineer at Cognizant in Kochi?

The estimated take-home salary of a Lead Software Engineer at Cognizant in Kochi typically ranges from ₹1,57,945 to ₹1,63,950 per month. This is based on the average salary range of ₹13.9 Lakhs to ₹25.0 Lakhs per year for employees with experience ranging from 9 years to 11 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 4 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 Software Engineer at Cognizant in Kochi?

To be a Lead Software Engineer at Cognizant in Kochi, the key skills required include:

- People Management
- Web Services
- Knowledge Management
- HCM
- Java

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

What is the salary of a Lead Software Engineer in companies similar to Cognizant in Kochi?

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

UST	₹8.0 Lakhs to ₹25.0 Lakhs per year
Accenture	₹17.0 Lakhs to ₹21.7 Lakhs per year
TCS	₹13.5 Lakhs to ₹25.5 Lakhs per year
Experion Technologies	₹6.6 Lakhs to ₹22.0 Lakhs per year
Citrus Informatics	₹5.7 Lakhs to ₹15.0 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 Software Engineer at Cognizant in Kochi?

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

Experience	Average Salary Range
9 years	₹21.7 Lakhs to ₹27.7 Lakhs per year
10 years	₹22.0 Lakhs to ₹28.1 Lakhs per year
11 years	₹22.3 Lakhs to ₹28.5 Lakhs per year

and so on.

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Cognizant Lead Software Engineer salary in Kochi ranges between ₹13.9 Lakhs to ₹25 Lakhs with an average annual salary of ₹. Salary estimates are based on 4 Cognizant latest salaries received from various employees of Cognizant.