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Cognizant Software Engineer Team Leader salaries in Bangalore / Bengaluru (Updated 2025)

Annual salary range
5 - 13 years exp.
₹13 Lakhs - ₹25 Lakhs
Avg. annual salary
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Monthly In-hand Salary

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8% more than the average Software Engineer Team Leader Salary in IT Services & Consulting Companies for 5 - 13 years of experience

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Last Updated: 26 Jan 2025

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Cognizant Software Engineer Team Leader Salary

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₹13 L/yr - ₹25 L/yr

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Software Engineer Team Leader salary at Cognizant ranges between ₹13 Lakhs to ₹25 Lakhs per year for employees with experience between 5 years to 13 years. Salary estimates are based on 11 latest salaries received from various employees of Cognizant.

Latest annual salaries shared by Cognizant Software Engineer Team Leader in Bangalore / Bengaluru

2mo ago
₹15 Lakhs
8 years exp.
10mo ago
₹25 Lakhs
12 years exp.
1y ago
₹20 Lakhs
10 years exp.
1y ago
₹17.9 Lakhs
5 years exp.
1y ago
₹18 Lakhs
11 years exp.

Experience wise Cognizant Software Engineer Team Leader salaries in Bangalore / Bengaluru

Last Updated: 26 Jan 2025

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5 years (AmbitionBox Estimate)

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₹16.3 L/yr - ₹20.8 L/yr
6 years (AmbitionBox Estimate)

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₹16.8 L/yr - ₹21.5 L/yr
7 years (AmbitionBox Estimate)

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₹17.3 L/yr - ₹22.1 L/yr
8 years (AmbitionBox Estimate)

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₹17.8 L/yr - ₹22.8 L/yr
9 years (AmbitionBox Estimate)

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₹18.4 L/yr - ₹23.5 L/yr
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Salary related reviews for Cognizant

3.0

Rated by 1 employees for salary & benefits

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Quality Assurance Department

1.0
  •  posted on 27 Dec 2024

1.0
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Likes

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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  • Salary - Bad
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Engineering - Software & QA Department

4.0
  •  posted on 28 Aug 2024

3.0
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Likes

The environment is pretty good and gets to learn new things.Also workload is manageable.

  • Work satisfaction - Excellent
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Dislikes

...curity. Silent layoffs are done in a disrespectful way including good employees. Very low salary for employees. And mainly doesn't settles your remaining amount after your resignation.

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  • Job security - Bad
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Engineering - Software & QA Department

3.0
  •  posted on 06 Aug 2023

3.0
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Likes

1)Work Life balance is slightly at the better end 2) access to learning sites like udemy to go through any course to learn 3)mostly Hybrid at present and in some projects WFH is still there 4)People are very professional overall.

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  • Company culture - Good

Dislikes

1) Limited salary hikes 2)Delayed promotions 3)Mostly support based projects 4)In hybrid model no dedicated ODC, which makes it difficult to get seats as there are limited availability 5)Need to be very much exceptional to get rewards or recognition and one might often feel underappreciated and thankless. 6)Under health insurance scheme there is no coverage for domiciliary expenses. 7)Sometimes one might need to follow up multiple time regarding allowances even if the required steps are initiated from the project.

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  • Promotions - Poor

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BFSI, Investments & Trading Department

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  •  posted on 03 Aug 2023

1.0
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Likes

The work is so pathetic that if you are smart and know how to play with the managers you can easily cut it down to 2-3 hours a day max.

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  • Work-life balance - Good

Dislikes

...er level compared to my experience level and I still think its very low level. The salary is also pathetic and if you are a slacker or a lateral hire with less than 2 years at cognizant its okay to work at. Other than that just leave it and aim higher.

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Engineering - Software & QA Department

4.0
  •  posted on 13 Oct 2023

4.0
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Likes

If you get EU projects, work life balance will be better. Salary is average Good learning opportunities

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  • Salary - Good
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Dislikes

It's a service based company like other WITCHA companies. Every thing will depend on the type of project you get and your manager. 10 hour shift which was introduced during covid because everyone was working from home is still going on Might get stagnated after few years.

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Cognizant Software Engineer Team Leader Salary FAQs

What is the salary of Software Engineer Team Leader at Cognizant in Bangalore / Bengaluru?
The average salary of a Software Engineer Team Leader at Cognizant in Bangalore / Bengaluru typically ranges from ₹13.0 Lakhs to ₹25.0 Lakhs per year, depending on experience (from 5 years to 13 years).

The top 10% of Software Engineer Team Leader in Bangalore / Bengaluru at Cognizant earn more than ₹22.0 Lakhs per year, and the top 1% earn over ₹25.0 Lakhs per year. Software Engineer Team Leader 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 Software Engineer Team Leader at Cognizant in Bangalore / Bengaluru?
The estimated take-home salary of a Software Engineer Team Leader at Cognizant in Bangalore / Bengaluru typically ranges from ₹1,33,918 to ₹1,38,836 per month. This is based on the average salary range of ₹13.0 Lakhs to ₹25.0 Lakhs per year for employees with experience ranging from 5 years to 13 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.
Which companies offer higher salaries than Cognizant for Software Engineer Team Leader in India?
IBM ₹12.1 Lakhs to ₹25.5 Lakhs per year
Concentrix Catalyst ₹21.0 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 Software Engineer Team Leader in companies similar to Cognizant in Bangalore / Bengaluru?
The salary of a Software Engineer Team Leader at companies similar to Cognizant in Bangalore / Bengaluru varies, depending on the role, experience, and company size. Here are the typical salary ranges:

Accenture ₹9.5 Lakhs to ₹27.3 Lakhs per year
UST ₹11.0 Lakhs to ₹25.0 Lakhs per year
Wipro ₹9.4 Lakhs to ₹18.0 Lakhs per year
DXC Technology ₹11.8 Lakhs to ₹13.5 Lakhs per year
Tech Mahindra ₹8.2 Lakhs to ₹19.0 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 Software Engineer Team Leader at Cognizant in Bangalore / Bengaluru?
The salary growth for a Software Engineer Team Leader at Cognizant in Bangalore / Bengaluru depends on factors such as experience, performance, and promotions. On average, a Software Engineer Team Leader in Bangalore / Bengaluru can expect the following growth trajectory at Cognizant:

Experience Average Salary Range
5 years ₹16.3 Lakhs to ₹20.8 Lakhs per year
6 years ₹16.8 Lakhs to ₹21.5 Lakhs per year
7 years ₹17.3 Lakhs to ₹22.1 Lakhs per year
8 years ₹17.8 Lakhs to ₹22.8 Lakhs per year
and so on.

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Cognizant Software Engineer Team Leader salary in Bangalore / Bengaluru ranges between ₹13 Lakhs to ₹25 Lakhs with an average annual salary of ₹unlock blur. Salary estimates are based on 11 Cognizant latest salaries received from various employees of Cognizant.