Dell Hyderabad / Secunderabad Principal Software Engineer Salaries by 100+ Employees (Updated 2025)

8 - 18 years exp.

₹17.3 Lakhs - ₹46.9 Lakhs

Salary of majority employees

10% more than the average Principal Software Engineer Salary in Consumer Electronics & Appliances Companies for 8 - 18 years of experience

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Engineering - Software & QA Principal Software Engineer Salary 8 - 17 years exp. (135 salaries)	₹17.8 L/yr - ₹46.9 L/yr
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Project & Program Management Principal Software Engineer Salary 12 - 18 years exp. (9 salaries)	₹16.9 L/yr - ₹33.6 L/yr

Last Updated: 23 Mar 2025

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Dell Principal Software Engineer Salary

8 - 18 years exp. (162 salaries)

₹17.3 L/yr - ₹46.9 L/yr

Company name	Avg Annual Salary	Open Jobs
Western Digital Principal Software Engineer Salary 10 - 15 years exp. (4 salaries)	₹38.8 L/yr - ₹55 L/yr 43% more
HARMAN Principal Software Engineer Salary 9 - 13 years exp. (3 salaries)	₹32 L/yr - ₹41 L/yr 11% more
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Oracle Principal Software Engineer Salary 8 - 18 years exp. (301 salaries)	₹14 L/yr - ₹55 L/yr 3% less	9 job openings
Innova Solutions Principal Software Engineer Salary 6 - 12 years exp. (113 salaries)	₹11.5 L/yr - ₹35 L/yr 36% less
Accion Labs Principal Software Engineer Salary 6 - 12 years exp. (78 salaries)	₹11 L/yr - ₹34.4 L/yr 36% less

Principal Software Engineer salary at Dell ranges between ₹17.3 Lakhs to ₹46.9 Lakhs per year for employees with experience between 8 years to 18 years. Salary estimates are based on 162 latest salaries received from various employees of Dell.

Experience wise Dell Principal Software Engineer salaries in Hyderabad / Secunderabad

Last Updated: 23 Mar 2025

Experience	Avg Annual Salary
8 years (7 salaries)	₹16 L/yr - ₹60.6 L/yr
9 years (15 salaries)	₹18.9 L/yr - ₹60.8 L/yr
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10 years (23 salaries)	₹19.3 L/yr - ₹37.5 L/yr
11 years (23 salaries)	₹19 L/yr - ₹41 L/yr
12 years (28 salaries)	₹19.8 L/yr - ₹41 L/yr
13 years (21 salaries)	₹16.9 L/yr - ₹46.9 L/yr
14 years (22 salaries)	₹17.5 L/yr - ₹35 L/yr
15+ years (23 salaries)	₹19 L/yr - ₹40.8 L/yr

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3.5

Rated by 14 employees for salary & benefits

Principal Software Engineer in Hyderabad / Secunderabad

Engineering - Software & QA Department

4.0

• posted on 04 Mar 2019

3.0

for Salary and Benefits

Likes

Awesome team and compensation benefits are key driving factors for me at Dell. Suggestions and ideas proposed as part of the Innovation Drives and Hackathons are really encouraged and right Recognition is provided for game changers stuff.

Dislikes

Work Pressure is high on people in India. Needless to say the amount of hours you need to work on any given day are usually above 12 hours mostly extending till late night India time. Weekends are also some times busy and not really compensated in the right way later. Overall, work-life balance is at high stake. Digital Transformation is in full swing within the organization at the moment but clearly not every team is equally important and many of them are clearly trying to adopt to the new process and technologies without any direction. Updates at mid level management are not usually frequent and transparent. Compensation and benefits are as per market standards and Recognition in form.of rewards for Hard work is usually done and keeps the motivation for employees to work along aggressively. Overall, I see this as a place to work for few years , grow personally while delivering what the company needs and ask you with utmost quality and then move on unless you are in a position where the ciurve of learning and growing is constantly going up.

Job security - Poor

+1 more

Software Engineer in Bangalore / Bengaluru

Full Time

Engineering - Software & QA Department

1.0

• posted on 30 Jan 2024

1.0

for Salary and Benefits

Likes

Timing is little flexible

Dislikes

...ch of politics No recognition on your innovations Very less hike & no promotion No matching of salary according to market standards Contractors get more salary compared to full time employee So much of favourism Too much work & mental pressure They will not approve for internal job switch

Salary - Bad

+4 more

Senior Associate in Hyderabad / Secunderabad

Full Time

Content, Editorial & Journalism Department

5.0

• posted on 25 Jun 2022

5.0

for Salary and Benefits

Likes

Good company... my experience is very awesome.....good hike as per the performance n bonus n appraisals.......but as every organization has its pros n cons it has it thou.......we can ignore the cons as the benefit will overcome it......

Salary - Excellent

+4 more

System Engineer in Bangalore / Bengaluru

Full Time

Engineering - Software & QA Department

2.0

• posted on 28 Nov 2022

3.0

for Salary and Benefits

Likes

Job security is good.

Job security - Good

Dislikes

No Hike, No promotion after working like anything.. Always have to heard about a sentence, “you have to be a smart worker”… Not sure what is the definition of smart work according to the Management.

Skill development - Poor

+4 more

Senior Software Engineer (working remotely)

Full Time

Engineering - Software & QA Department

4.0

• posted on 20 May 2023

5.0

for Salary and Benefits

Likes

... was awesome. Very helpful and understanding.Encouraging and helping each other. Compensation was a plus point. Got good appraisal within one year of service. Provided permanent work from home.

Salary - Excellent

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Work life balance as lot of work was provided

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What is the salary of Principal Software Engineer at Dell in Hyderabad / Secunderabad?

The average salary of a Principal Software Engineer at Dell in Hyderabad / Secunderabad typically ranges from ₹17.3 Lakhs to ₹46.9 Lakhs per year, depending on experience (from 8 years to 18 years).

The top 10% of Principal Software Engineer in Hyderabad / Secunderabad at Dell earn more than ₹33.0 Lakhs per year, and the top 1% earn over ₹41.0 Lakhs per year. Principal Software Engineer Salaries at Dell 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 100+ Dell employees in India.

What is the estimated take home salary of a Principal Software Engineer at Dell in Hyderabad / Secunderabad?

The estimated take-home salary of a Principal Software Engineer at Dell in Hyderabad / Secunderabad typically ranges from ₹2,08,227 to ₹2,16,505 per month. This is based on the average salary range of ₹17.3 Lakhs to ₹46.9 Lakhs per year for employees with experience ranging from 8 years to 18 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 100+ salaries received from various employees of Dell. Check how we calculate in-hand salary with our in-hand salary calculator.

What are the key skills required to be a Principal Software Engineer at Dell in Hyderabad / Secunderabad?

To be a Principal Software Engineer at Dell in Hyderabad / Secunderabad, the key skills required include:

- Java
- Javascript
- Software Engineering
- Python
- Software Development

These skills are highly valued at Dell and are crucial for successful performance in a Software Engineering role.

Which companies offer higher salaries than Dell for Principal Software Engineer in India?

Western Digital	₹38.8 Lakhs to ₹55.0 Lakhs per year
HARMAN	₹32.0 Lakhs to ₹41.0 Lakhs per year

These companies are known for offering competitive compensation packages that can exceed the salary offered by Dell, depending on the role and experience level.

What is the salary of a Principal Software Engineer in companies similar to Dell in Hyderabad / Secunderabad?

The salary of a Principal Software Engineer at companies similar to Dell in Hyderabad / Secunderabad varies, depending on the role, experience, and company size. Here are the typical salary ranges:

Oracle	₹14.0 Lakhs to ₹55.0 Lakhs per year
Innova Solutions	₹11.5 Lakhs to ₹35.0 Lakhs per year
Accion Labs	₹11.0 Lakhs to ₹34.4 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 Principal Software Engineer at Dell in Hyderabad / Secunderabad?

The salary growth for a Principal Software Engineer at Dell in Hyderabad / Secunderabad depends on factors such as experience, performance, and promotions. On average, a Principal Software Engineer in Hyderabad / Secunderabad can expect the following growth trajectory at Dell:

Experience	Average Salary Range
8 years	₹16.0 Lakhs to ₹60.6 Lakhs per year
9 years	₹18.9 Lakhs to ₹60.8 Lakhs per year
10 years	₹19.3 Lakhs to ₹37.5 Lakhs per year
11 years	₹19.0 Lakhs to ₹41.0 Lakhs per year

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Dell Principal Software Engineer salary in Hyderabad / Secunderabad ranges between ₹17.3 Lakhs to ₹46.9 Lakhs with an average annual salary of ₹. Salary estimates are based on 162 Dell latest salaries received from various employees of Dell.