Cognizant Senior Big Data Engineer Salaries by 10+ Employees

3 - 14 years exp.

₹5.6 Lakhs - ₹18 Lakhs

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23% less than the average Senior Big Data Engineer Salary in IT Services & Consulting Companies for 3 - 14 years of experience

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Engineering - Software & QA Senior Big Data Engineer Salary 6 - 14 years exp. (8 salaries)	₹5.6 L/yr - ₹15 L/yr
Data Science & Analytics Senior Big Data Engineer Salary 5 - 9 years exp. (AmbitionBox Estimate)	₹11.4 L/yr - ₹15.6 L/yr
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IT & Information Security Senior Big Data Engineer Salary 6 - 7 years exp. (AmbitionBox Estimate)	₹8.2 L/yr - ₹13.4 L/yr

Last Updated: 4 Oct 2024

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TCS Senior Big Data Engineer Salary 5 - 11 years exp. (18 salaries)	₹9 L/yr - ₹21.1 L/yr 8% more
Wipro Senior Big Data Engineer Salary 3 - 10 years exp. (14 salaries)	₹12.1 L/yr - ₹18.9 L/yr 2% more
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IBM Senior Big Data Engineer Salary 6 - 13 years exp. (12 salaries)	₹15.5 L/yr - ₹26.3 L/yr 49% more
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DXC Technology Senior Big Data Engineer Salary 6 - 16 years exp. (3 salaries)	₹14 L/yr - ₹39 L/yr 69% more
UST Senior Big Data Engineer Salary 8 - 16 years exp. (3 salaries)	₹20 L/yr - ₹38 L/yr 96% more

Senior Big Data Engineer salary at Cognizant ranges between ₹5.6 Lakhs to ₹18 Lakhs per year for employees with experience between 3 years to 14 years. Salary estimates are based on 16 latest salaries received from various employees of Cognizant.

Experience wise Cognizant Senior Big Data Engineer salaries

Last Updated: 4 Oct 2024

Experience	Avg Annual Salary
3 years (AmbitionBox Estimate)	₹5.7 L/yr - ₹18 L/yr
4 years (AmbitionBox Estimate)	₹12.8 L/yr - ₹16.4 L/yr
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5 years (AmbitionBox Estimate)	₹5.7 L/yr - ₹15.6 L/yr
6 years (4 salaries)	₹5.6 L/yr - ₹15 L/yr
7 years (3 salaries)	₹9.3 L/yr - ₹18 L/yr
8 years (AmbitionBox Estimate)	₹13.5 L/yr - ₹25.1 L/yr
9 years (AmbitionBox Estimate)	₹11.4 L/yr - ₹25 L/yr
10 years (AmbitionBox Estimate)	₹13 L/yr - ₹24.9 L/yr
11 years (AmbitionBox Estimate)	₹13.4 L/yr - ₹24.8 L/yr
12 years (AmbitionBox Estimate)	₹12.3 L/yr - ₹15.7 L/yr
13 years (AmbitionBox Estimate)	₹12.3 L/yr - ₹15.7 L/yr
14 years (AmbitionBox Estimate)	₹13.4 L/yr - ₹24.4 L/yr

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I have been learning new technologies since day one, so learning is never stopped for me after joining cognizant

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Cognizant will not pay you well , Even if you are eligible for a better pay at the correct time they will release you from the project so that they don't have to promote you

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Work satisfaction - Good

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3.0

• posted on 10 Jan 2025

4.0

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If you swith to Cognizant, they will provide good salary compared to other service based company. They also push their associate for skill development with regular certification drive.

Salary - Good

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The appraisal system dropped drastically in couple of years. Very minimum salary hike with high ratings.

Promotions - Poor

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5.0

• posted on 08 Jan 2025

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I joined Cognizant as a fresher and it’s a best place for starting your career. Culture is very good maybe because of company USA origin. I got good ratings for my hard work without any politics.

Skill development - Excellent

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Salary and hike is low. Waiting period for promotion is so high even though if you have top year end rating.

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Salary comes on time. Leaves also gets approved easily.

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What is the salary of Senior Big Data Engineer at Cognizant ?

The average salary of a Senior Big Data Engineer at Cognizant in India typically ranges from ₹5.6 Lakhs to ₹18.0 Lakhs per year, depending on experience (from 3 years to 14 years).

The top 10% of Senior Big Data Engineer at Cognizant earn more than ₹18.0 Lakhs per year, and the top 1% earn over ₹18.0 Lakhs per year. Senior Big Data 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 10+ Cognizant employees in India.

What is the estimated take home salary of a Senior Big Data Engineer at Cognizant in India?

The estimated take-home salary of a Senior Big Data Engineer at Cognizant in India typically ranges from ₹97,235 to ₹99,868 per month. This is based on the average salary range of ₹5.6 Lakhs to ₹18.0 Lakhs per year for employees with experience ranging from 3 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 10+ 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 Senior Big Data Engineer at Cognizant ?

To be a Senior Big Data Engineer at Cognizant in india, the key skills required include:

- Spark
- Hive
- Kafka
- Hadoop
- Shell Scripting

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 Senior Big Data Engineer in India?

UST	₹20.0 Lakhs to ₹38.0 Lakhs per year
Societe Generale Global Solution Centre	₹21.0 Lakhs to ₹31.0 Lakhs per year
DXC Technology	₹14.0 Lakhs to ₹39.0 Lakhs per year
IBM	₹15.5 Lakhs to ₹26.3 Lakhs per year
Capgemini	₹10.1 Lakhs to ₹24.0 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 Senior Big Data Engineer in companies similar to Cognizant in India?

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

TCS	₹9.0 Lakhs to ₹21.1 Lakhs per year
Tech Mahindra	₹10.3 Lakhs to ₹20.0 Lakhs per year
Wipro	₹12.1 Lakhs to ₹18.9 Lakhs per year
HCL Group	₹10.0 Lakhs to ₹14.0 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 Senior Big Data Engineer at Cognizant in India?

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

Experience	Average Salary Range
3 years	₹5.7 Lakhs to ₹18.0 Lakhs per year
4 years	₹12.8 Lakhs to ₹16.4 Lakhs per year
5 years	₹5.7 Lakhs to ₹15.6 Lakhs per year
6 years	₹5.6 Lakhs to ₹15.0 Lakhs per year

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