Cognizant Operations Engineer Salaries by 5 Employees (Updated 2025)

1 - 3 years exp.

₹4 Lakhs - ₹13.5 Lakhs

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59% more than the average Operations Engineer Salary in IT Services & Consulting Companies for 1 - 3 years of experience

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Engineering - Software & QA Operations Engineer Salary 2 - 3 years exp. (AmbitionBox Estimate)	₹6.5 L/yr - ₹6.7 L/yr
Customer Success, Service & Operations Operations Engineer Salary 2 years exp. (AmbitionBox Estimate)	₹4.2 L/yr - ₹5.1 L/yr
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IT & Information Security Operations Engineer Salary 2 years exp. (AmbitionBox Estimate)	₹3.6 L/yr - ₹4.4 L/yr

Last Updated: 20 Jan 2025

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Operations Engineer salary at Cognizant ranges between ₹4 Lakhs to ₹13.5 Lakhs per year for employees with experience between 1 year to 3 years. Salary estimates are based on 5 latest salaries received from various employees of Cognizant.

Experience wise Cognizant Operations Engineer salaries

Last Updated: 20 Jan 2025

Experience	Avg Annual Salary
1 year (AmbitionBox Estimate)	₹5.2 L/yr - ₹13.5 L/yr
2 years (3 salaries)	₹4 L/yr - ₹16.3 L/yr
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3 years (AmbitionBox Estimate)	₹2 L/yr - ₹6.5 L/yr

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Top skills at Cognizant for Operations Engineer

Python Publishing GCP Data Science CCTV Monitoring Agile Coaching Automation Testing Machine Learning UNIX

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Software Engineer in Chennai

Full Time

IT & Information Security Department

2.0

• posted on 03 Oct 2024

1.0

for Salary and Benefits

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My team is really nice, and it's not the case with all the other teams.

Dislikes

Salary, benefits, appraisals, recognition is non existent. Plus there's a lot of politics here, so much that you'll wanna rip your hair off

Salary - Bad

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Software Engineer in Noida

Full Time

Engineering - Software & QA Department

5.0

• posted on 18 Aug 2024

2.0

for Salary and Benefits

Likes

The work culture is positive and the facilities are excellent. Cognizant provides ample opportunities for professional development and knowledge expansion.

Skill development - Excellent

+2 more

Dislikes

...rk using Teams, it would be more efficient to allow employees to work from home. With such less salary and hikes it is impossible for one to work here.

Salary - Poor

+1 more

Software Engineer in Mangaluru

Full Time

Engineering - Software & QA Department

3.0

• posted on 21 Jun 2024

4.0

for Salary and Benefits

Likes

Compensation and pay structure

Salary - Good

+2 more

Dislikes

Manager hierarchy. Ratings will be given by home manager. He will never know about my performance because he will be working for some other project. Still they give ratings based on some comments without knowing actual performance

Promotions - Poor

Software Engineer in Hyderabad / Secunderabad

Full Time

BFSI, Investments & Trading Department

3.0

• posted on 03 Jun 2024

1.0

for Salary and Benefits

Likes

Work load is usually not very heavy, they provide great platforms to learn like free udemy access and cognizant internal certifications.

Skill development - Good

+1 more

Dislikes

Does not pay as per the current market standards, your work will not be recognized, promotion and appraisal structures are very bad. Lot of office politics.

Salary - Bad

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Software Engineer in Kolkata

Full Time

Engineering - Software & QA Department

3.0

• posted on 06 Apr 2024

4.0

for Salary and Benefits

Likes

In cognizant the salary hike is good as compared to other services based company

Salary - Good

Dislikes

In cognizant they have very less project for the employee but they still hire new people and won't be able to provide project to old employees.

Job security - Bad

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Cognizant Operations Engineer Salary FAQs

What is the salary of Operations Engineer at Cognizant ?

The average salary of a Operations Engineer at Cognizant in India typically ranges from ₹4.0 Lakhs to ₹13.5 Lakhs per year, depending on experience (from 1 year to 3 years).

The top 10% of Operations Engineer at Cognizant earn more than ₹13.5 Lakhs per year, and the top 1% earn over ₹NaN Lakhs per year. Operations 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 5 Cognizant employees in India.

What is the estimated take home salary of a Operations Engineer at Cognizant in India?

The estimated take-home salary of a Operations Engineer at Cognizant in India typically ranges from ₹65,817 to ₹67,498 per month. This is based on the average salary range of ₹4.0 Lakhs to ₹13.5 Lakhs per year for employees with experience ranging from 1 year to 3 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 5 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 Operations Engineer at Cognizant ?

To be a Operations Engineer at Cognizant in india, the key skills required include:

- Python
- Publishing
- GCP
- Data Science
- CCTV Monitoring

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 Operations Engineer in India?

HCLTech

₹4.0 Lakhs to ₹10.9 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 Operations Engineer in companies similar to Cognizant in India?

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

Accenture	₹3.5 Lakhs to ₹10.0 Lakhs per year
Tech Mahindra	₹3.0 Lakhs to ₹6.8 Lakhs per year
Atos	₹4.0 Lakhs to ₹9.0 Lakhs per year
IBM	₹2.5 Lakhs to ₹7.5 Lakhs per year
TCS	₹2.5 Lakhs to ₹7.7 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 Operations Engineer at Cognizant in India?

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

Experience	Average Salary Range
1 year	₹5.2 Lakhs to ₹13.5 Lakhs per year
2 years	₹4.0 Lakhs to ₹16.3 Lakhs per year
3 years	₹2.0 Lakhs to ₹6.5 Lakhs per year

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Cognizant Operations Engineer salary in India ranges between ₹4 Lakhs to ₹13.5 Lakhs with an average annual salary of ₹. Salary estimates are based on 5 Cognizant latest salaries received from various employees of Cognizant.