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Cognizant Sdet Engineer salaries in Chennai (Updated 2025)

Annual salary range
2 - 4 years exp.
₹4.5 Lakhs - ₹9 Lakhs
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57% less than the average Sdet Engineer Salary in IT Services & Consulting Companies for 2 - 4 years of experience

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Last Updated: 7 Jan 2025

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Sdet Engineer salary at Cognizant ranges between ₹4.5 Lakhs to ₹9 Lakhs per year for employees with experience between 2 years to 4 years. Salary estimates are based on 4 latest salaries received from various employees of Cognizant.

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Experience wise Cognizant Sdet Engineer salaries in Chennai

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2 years (AmbitionBox Estimate)

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₹4.5 L/yr - ₹9.2 L/yr
3 years (AmbitionBox Estimate)

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₹5.2 L/yr - ₹6.7 L/yr
4 years (AmbitionBox Estimate)

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₹2.6 L/yr - ₹9 L/yr

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Top skills at Cognizant for Sdet Engineer

SDET Selenium Automation Testing Java SQL Coding Cucumber Javascript Javascript Selenium Testing SDET Shell Scripting Testng API Testing Java

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Quality Assurance Department

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Nothing

Dislikes

No hike, no job security, no skill development, no easy transportation.even if you learn new technologies they will ask for experience and make you work in technology which you already know.if you do "jing jack" you will get everything else you will be cornered and make you to think resigning is best than staying there

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Engineering - Software & QA Department

3.0
  •  posted on 24 Dec 2024

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Good I like that there are good projects available. If you get that great you will get experience and knowledge.

  • Skill development - Good
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Dislikes

1. Salary and hikes are low. 2. Poor employee welfare activities, once a year they take you out for team lunch. If you missed then nothing, no gifts, abs nothing, saving so much money but gives back nothing.

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Engineering - Software & QA Department

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Nothing much, it's average service type company with decent salary. But leaves are good. 30 leaves per year in a service company is really commendable.

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  • Salary - Good

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1. They hire based on prospective projects, and often the projects don't land. And then they have very limited time on bench, hence job security is an issue. 2. Work from office schedule is very strict, there should be some flexibility. 3. No proper employee benefits such as outings or lunches or parties, all they care about is billing. 4. Little too much of micro-management

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IT & Information Security Department

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  •  posted on 03 Oct 2024

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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

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IT & Information Security Department

5.0
  •  posted on 01 Oct 2024

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Cognizant is the best organisation in terms of working, learning and development but poor part is Salary increment is very less and promotions almost not getting

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  • Skill development - Excellent
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Existing employee didn't get the upto mark salary and promotion.

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Cognizant Sdet Engineer Salary FAQs

What is the salary of Sdet Engineer at Cognizant in Chennai?
The average salary of a Sdet Engineer at Cognizant in Chennai typically ranges from ₹4.5 Lakhs to ₹9.0 Lakhs per year, depending on experience (from 2 years to 4 years).

The top 10% of Sdet Engineer in Chennai at Cognizant earn more than ₹9.0 Lakhs per year, and the top 1% earn over ₹9.0 Lakhs per year. Sdet 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 Sdet Engineer at Cognizant in Chennai?
The estimated take-home salary of a Sdet Engineer at Cognizant in Chennai typically ranges from ₹46,819 to ₹47,928 per month. This is based on the average salary range of ₹4.5 Lakhs to ₹9.0 Lakhs per year for employees with experience ranging from 2 years to 4 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 Sdet Engineer at Cognizant in Chennai?
To be a Sdet Engineer at Cognizant in Chennai, the key skills required include:

  • - SDET
  • - Selenium
  • - Automation Testing
  • - Java
  • - SQL

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 Sdet Engineer in India?
Amazon ₹10.8 Lakhs to ₹37.0 Lakhs per year
Trimble ₹8.5 Lakhs to ₹19.3 Lakhs per year
Comcast ₹7.0 Lakhs to ₹14.0 Lakhs per year
Wipro ₹3.2 Lakhs to ₹12.5 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 Sdet Engineer in companies similar to Cognizant in Chennai?
The salary of a Sdet Engineer at companies similar to Cognizant in Chennai varies, depending on the role, experience, and company size. Here are the typical salary ranges:

TCS ₹4.0 Lakhs to ₹7.2 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 Sdet Engineer at Cognizant in Chennai?
The salary growth for a Sdet Engineer at Cognizant in Chennai depends on factors such as experience, performance, and promotions. On average, a Sdet Engineer in Chennai can expect the following growth trajectory at Cognizant:

Experience Average Salary Range
2 years ₹4.5 Lakhs to ₹9.2 Lakhs per year
3 years ₹5.2 Lakhs to ₹6.7 Lakhs per year
4 years ₹2.6 Lakhs to ₹9.0 Lakhs per year
and so on.

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Cognizant Sdet Engineer salary in Chennai ranges between ₹4.5 Lakhs to ₹9 Lakhs with an average annual salary of ₹unlock blur. Salary estimates are based on 4 Cognizant latest salaries received from various employees of Cognizant.