Eli Lilly and Company Principal Software Engineer Salaries by 4 Employees (Updated 2025)

10 - 12 years exp.

₹25 Lakhs - ₹70 Lakhs

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42% more than the average Principal Software Engineer Salary in Pharma Companies for 10 - 12 years of experience

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Data Science & Analytics Principal Software Engineer Salary 11 - 12 years exp. (AmbitionBox Estimate)	₹60 L/yr - ₹70 L/yr
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Engineering - Software & QA Principal Software Engineer Salary 10 years exp. (AmbitionBox Estimate)	₹22.5 L/yr - ₹27.5 L/yr

Last Updated: 3 Mar 2025

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Principal Software Engineer salary at Eli Lilly and Company ranges between ₹25 Lakhs to ₹70 Lakhs per year for employees with experience between 10 years to 12 years. Salary estimates are based on 4 latest salaries received from various employees of Eli Lilly and Company.

Experience wise Eli Lilly and Company Principal Software Engineer salaries

Last Updated: 3 Mar 2025

Experience	Avg Annual Salary
10 years (AmbitionBox Estimate)	₹23.9 L/yr - ₹30.5 L/yr
11 years (AmbitionBox Estimate)	₹57 L/yr - ₹63 L/yr
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12 years (AmbitionBox Estimate)	₹66.5 L/yr - ₹73.5 L/yr

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Salary related reviews for Eli Lilly and Company

2.0

Rated by 1 employees for salary & benefits

Associate Consultant in Bangalore / Bengaluru

Full Time

Sales & Business Development Department

2.0

• posted on 26 Jul 2024

4.0

for Salary and Benefits

Likes

Good salary, benefits and leave policy

Salary - Good

Dislikes

No work life balance Toxic management, no proper structure for growth/promotions Expectation is do more work on a regular basis but don't expect recognition unless you know office politics

Skill development - Poor

+4 more

Senior Associate Consultant in Bangalore / Bengaluru

Full Time

Data Science & Analytics Department

1.0

• posted on 13 Mar 2025

1.0

for Salary and Benefits

Likes

Job security - Excellent
Work-life balance - Excellent

Dislikes

...elling. Unfair salaries. Govt. Job type work ethics. People are least bothered. No matter how hard you work you'll still get almost the same salary of the one who doesn't work coz of the structure.

Salary - Bad

+3 more

Software Engineer Level 1 in Bangalore / Bengaluru

Full Time

Other Department

1.0

• posted on 25 Feb 2025

3.0

for Salary and Benefits

Likes

Can't complain about bonus percentage here.

Job security - Good

Dislikes

Politics, Politics & More Politics. Senior Management is worst here. LCCI (India Office) culture is very different (worst) compared to LCC (US Office). You can survive here if you are a bootlicker OR if you are ignorant/careless about your career/health. "No Retaliation Policy" is a joke here. Especially in LRL Tech@Lilly, all the leaders have their internal understanding wrt politics. They will play with your career here. PLEASE DON'T JOIN THIS FIRM (For India Office.) My career is going down the sewers here. Just waiting for 2 YOE Completion, So that I can get out. If you make it here, because of some obligation, always have a pokerface, and learn that you are not at fault whatever happens to you.

Skill development - Poor

+4 more

Manager in Bangalore / Bengaluru

Full Time

Research & Development Department

3.0

• posted on 14 Oct 2024

4.0

for Salary and Benefits

Likes

The salary and benefits are good. It is also a con since once you are in that salary range there are no other companies outside lilly willing to give you the expected salary.

Salary - Good

Dislikes

They promote culture so much but in reality the upper management do not follow what they preach. There is retaliation if you raise concerns. They do not take action on survey feedback. Promotion goes to only people who talk aimlessly and not to the people who actually put in the work. The upper management will take the credit for your work. Recognition is some teams is almost nil. The company was good until 2020 but after that it was a downward spiral for employees.

Skill development - Poor

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Senior Associate Consultant in Bangalore / Bengaluru

Full Time

Data Science & Analytics Department

4.0

• posted on 08 Dec 2024

4.0

for Salary and Benefits

Likes

Great place to work ! Good compensation and learning as well.

Salary - Good

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Dislikes

Nothing , could be challenging if you are looking to not invest effort continuously , designation as per experience could be mixed up for many and concerning ..

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What is the salary of Principal Software Engineer at Eli Lilly and Company ?

The average salary of a Principal Software Engineer at Eli Lilly and Company in India typically ranges from ₹25.0 Lakhs to ₹70.0 Lakhs per year, depending on experience (from 10 years to 12 years).

The top 10% of Principal Software Engineer at Eli Lilly and Company earn more than ₹70.0 Lakhs per year, and the top 1% earn over ₹70.0 Lakhs per year. Principal Software Engineer Salaries at Eli Lilly and Company 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 Eli Lilly and Company employees in India.

What is the estimated take home salary of a Principal Software Engineer at Eli Lilly and Company in India?

The estimated take-home salary of a Principal Software Engineer at Eli Lilly and Company in India typically ranges from ₹2,69,042 to ₹2,80,069 per month. This is based on the average salary range of ₹25.0 Lakhs to ₹70.0 Lakhs per year for employees with experience ranging from 10 years to 12 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 Eli Lilly and Company. Check how we calculate in-hand salary with our in-hand salary calculator.

Which companies offer higher salaries than Eli Lilly and Company for Principal Software Engineer in India?

GlaxoSmithKline Pharmaceuticals

₹39.1 Lakhs to ₹97.0 Lakhs per year

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

What is the salary of a Principal Software Engineer in companies similar to Eli Lilly and Company in India?

The salary of a Principal Software Engineer at companies similar to Eli Lilly and Company in India varies, depending on the role, experience, and company size. Here are the typical salary ranges:

Dell EMC	₹17.0 Lakhs to ₹55.0 Lakhs per year
Oracle	₹14.8 Lakhs to ₹55.0 Lakhs per year
Dell	₹19.0 Lakhs to ₹53.2 Lakhs per year
Accion Labs	₹9.5 Lakhs to ₹40.0 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 Principal Software Engineer at Eli Lilly and Company in India?

The salary growth for a Principal Software Engineer at Eli Lilly and Company depends on factors such as experience, performance, and promotions. On average, a Principal Software Engineer can expect the following growth trajectory at Eli Lilly and Company:

Experience	Average Salary Range
10 years	₹23.9 Lakhs to ₹30.5 Lakhs per year
11 years	₹57.0 Lakhs to ₹63.0 Lakhs per year
12 years	₹66.5 Lakhs to ₹73.5 Lakhs per year

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Eli Lilly and Company Principal Software Engineer salary in India ranges between ₹25 Lakhs to ₹70 Lakhs with an average annual salary of ₹. Salary estimates are based on 4 Eli Lilly and Company latest salaries received from various employees of Eli Lilly and Company.