Cognizant Hyderabad / Secunderabad Senior Engineering Manager Salaries by 8 Employees

16 - 20 years exp.

₹23 Lakhs - ₹40 Lakhs

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46% less than the average Senior Engineering Manager Salary in IT Services & Consulting Companies for 16 - 20 years of experience

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Project & Program Management Senior Engineering Manager Salary 16 - 20 years exp. (7 salaries)	₹23 L/yr - ₹40 L/yr
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Engineering - Software & QA Senior Engineering Manager Salary 16 years exp. (AmbitionBox Estimate)	₹23 L/yr - ₹31.4 L/yr

Last Updated: 14 Sep 2024

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Cognizant Senior Engineering Manager Salary

16 - 20 years exp. (8 salaries)

₹23 L/yr - ₹40 L/yr

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Accenture Senior Engineering Manager Salary 18 - 20 years exp. (7 salaries)	₹25 L/yr - ₹45 L/yr 33% more
Genpact Senior Engineering Manager Salary 16 - 24 years exp. (3 salaries)	₹20 L/yr - ₹51 L/yr 3% less
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HCLTech Senior Engineering Manager Salary 18 - 20 years exp. (3 salaries)	₹24 L/yr - ₹50 L/yr 1% less
Optum Global Solutions Senior Engineering Manager Salary 11 - 20 years exp. (30 salaries)	₹32 L/yr - ₹85 L/yr 61% more
Microsoft Corporation Senior Engineering Manager Salary 11 - 20 years exp. (27 salaries)	₹48 L/yr - ₹1.1 Cr/yr 119% more

Senior Engineering Manager salary at Cognizant ranges between ₹23 Lakhs to ₹40 Lakhs per year for employees with experience between 16 years to 20 years. Salary estimates are based on 8 latest salaries received from various employees of Cognizant.

Experience wise Cognizant Senior Engineering Manager salaries in Hyderabad / Secunderabad

Last Updated: 14 Sep 2024

Experience	Avg Annual Salary
15+ years (8 salaries)	₹23 L/yr - ₹40 L/yr
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4.0

Rated by 1 employees for salary & benefits

Senior Engineering Manager in Chennai

Project & Program Management Department

4.0

• posted on 19 Apr 2022

4.0

for Salary and Benefits

Likes

... No need to worry about Job security, unless someone performed very bad in work. Decent salary package and regular benefits as par with other peers.

Salary - Good

+6 more

Principal Engineer in Hyderabad / Secunderabad

Full Time

Engineering - Software & QA Department

3.0

• posted on 24 Feb 2025

3.0

for Salary and Benefits

Likes

Lots of project, so job security is there. Work-life balance (again depends on the client and project).

Skill development - Good

+2 more

Dislikes

Extra benefits like (insurance and term insurance etc are not up to standard.) Salary hike is very less.

Software Engineer in Noida

Full Time

Engineering - Software & QA Department

5.0

• posted on 21 Feb 2025

4.0

for Salary and Benefits

Likes

CTS provides a good work life balance and decent salary. All other things depends on the type of project which you got.

Salary - Good

+2 more

Dislikes

As a fresher you will be getting support projects , so be aware before choosing any project.

Software Engineer in Bangalore / Bengaluru

Full Time

IT & Information Security Department

2.0

• posted on 20 Feb 2025

2.0

for Salary and Benefits

Likes

We can get free online portal like udemy.

Skill development - Good

+1 more

Dislikes

...project and not based on your profile. No work satisfaction and company culture. Not good promotions, salary.

Salary - Poor

+3 more

Scrum Master in Bangalore / Bengaluru

Full Time

Project & Program Management Department

4.0

• posted on 14 Jan 2025

4.0

for Salary and Benefits

Likes

One of the best employee centric company in service based industry, recent statements from leaders from other organisation is shameful and treating their employee as daily wage labourer but thankful to my company leadership who has great vision and decisions are made towards employee focus. Company is still following hybrid model and no fixed days yet.

Salary - Good

+5 more

Dislikes

Promotions and appraisal are not process based, frequent change in salary increament schedule are changed and also arrear are not paid for 3months.

Promotions - Poor

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I have the following offers and confused to choose one. Exp: 6.8 Java backend dev cognizant - 25 lpa (24 fixed) Epam - 28 fixed Citi - 30 fixed If i ask epam with citi offer they will increase their offer, but my question is that worth negotiating with them? Please give you suggestions. My Last working day is 31 March 2025.

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What is the salary of Senior Engineering Manager at Cognizant in Hyderabad / Secunderabad?

The average salary of a Senior Engineering Manager at Cognizant in Hyderabad / Secunderabad typically ranges from ₹23.0 Lakhs to ₹40.0 Lakhs per year, depending on experience (from 16 years to 20 years).

The top 10% of Senior Engineering Manager in Hyderabad / Secunderabad at Cognizant earn more than ₹40.0 Lakhs per year, and the top 1% earn over ₹40.0 Lakhs per year. Senior Engineering Manager 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 8 Cognizant employees in India.

What is the estimated take home salary of a Senior Engineering Manager at Cognizant in Hyderabad / Secunderabad?

The estimated take-home salary of a Senior Engineering Manager at Cognizant in Hyderabad / Secunderabad typically ranges from ₹1,91,123 to ₹1,98,628 per month. This is based on the average salary range of ₹23.0 Lakhs to ₹40.0 Lakhs per year for employees with experience ranging from 16 years to 20 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 8 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 Engineering Manager at Cognizant in Hyderabad / Secunderabad?

To be a Senior Engineering Manager at Cognizant in Hyderabad / Secunderabad, the key skills required include:

- Web Services
- RFP
- Rest
- Product Testing
- Web Technologies

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 Engineering Manager in India?

Microsoft Corporation	₹48.0 Lakhs to ₹108.0 Lakhs per year
Optum Global Solutions	₹32.0 Lakhs to ₹85.0 Lakhs per year
Accenture	₹25.0 Lakhs to ₹45.0 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 Engineering Manager in companies similar to Cognizant in Hyderabad / Secunderabad?

The salary of a Senior Engineering Manager at companies similar to Cognizant in Hyderabad / Secunderabad varies, depending on the role, experience, and company size. Here are the typical salary ranges:

HCLTech	₹24.0 Lakhs to ₹50.0 Lakhs per year
Genpact	₹20.0 Lakhs to ₹51.0 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 Engineering Manager at Cognizant in Hyderabad / Secunderabad?

The salary growth for a Senior Engineering Manager at Cognizant in Hyderabad / Secunderabad depends on factors such as experience, performance, and promotions. On average, a Senior Engineering Manager in Hyderabad / Secunderabad can expect the following growth trajectory at Cognizant:

Experience	Average Salary Range
15 years	₹23.0 Lakhs to ₹40.0 Lakhs per year

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