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IBM Lead Subject Matter Expert salaries in India (Updated 2025)

Annual salary range
6 - 15 years exp.
₹5.2 Lakhs - ₹19 Lakhs
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17% more than the average Lead Subject Matter Expert Salary in IT Services & Consulting Companies for 6 - 15 years of experience

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6 - 12 years exp. (4 salaries)
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₹5.2 L/yr - ₹10.1 L/yr

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14 years exp. (AmbitionBox Estimate)
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₹14.4 L/yr - ₹19 L/yr

Last Updated: 19 Mar 2025

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7 - 11 years exp. (4 salaries)

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₹8.5 L/yr - ₹10 L/yr

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Cognizant Lead Subject Matter Expert Salary

7 - 13 years exp. (4 salaries)

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₹8.8 L/yr - ₹15.3 L/yr

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Capgemini Lead Subject Matter Expert Salary

9 - 13 years exp. (3 salaries)

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₹19.5 L/yr - ₹27 L/yr

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₹7 L/yr - ₹9 L/yr

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Kyndryl Lead Subject Matter Expert Salary

12 - 17 years exp. (8 salaries)

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₹17 L/yr - ₹21 L/yr

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Lead Subject Matter Expert salary at IBM ranges between ₹5.2 Lakhs to ₹19 Lakhs per year for employees with experience between 6 years to 15 years. Salary estimates are based on 7 latest salaries received from various employees of IBM.

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Experience wise IBM Lead Subject Matter Expert salaries

Last Updated: 19 Mar 2025

Experience Avg Annual Salary
6 years (AmbitionBox Estimate)

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₹6.8 L/yr - ₹18.5 L/yr
7 years (AmbitionBox Estimate)

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₹6.6 L/yr - ₹19 L/yr
8 years (AmbitionBox Estimate)

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₹5.2 L/yr - ₹19.4 L/yr
9 years (AmbitionBox Estimate)

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₹10 L/yr - ₹12.7 L/yr
10 years (AmbitionBox Estimate)

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₹10.2 L/yr - ₹13 L/yr
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Top skills at IBM for Lead Subject Matter Expert

Antivirus Penetration Testing Vulnerability Assessment Service Delivery SOC Agile Information Security Network Security

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Finance & Accounting Department

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Varied exposure. Due to lack of budget management will get most of the high end task done by you thereby increasing the exposure.

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...agement i worked with was not skilled and GA was managed by PTP and OTC leaders Bad pay - increments and perks are really bad Office politics - no value for work if you are good at dancing or singing or anchoring management might favour you. If you are good at work they will drill you. Management company - there is no HR so the rule of manager is final. I witnessed few harassment casses wherein a female employee was abused by manager and on her complaint there was no action. No promotions - there is no 18 or 24 month criteria. Even if you are top rater they at first will make false promises of promotion and later will reject your promotion. Self centered management - the management is so self centered they even jeopardize the careers of innocent. I witnessed few cases where people were asked to resign or else threatened to be given PIP. No formal documentation of roles and responsibilities also even sometimes they mislead org chart or hierarchy. Delayed FNF - management is unaware about FNF policy or relieving formalities which result in delay of FNF. My FNF is pending for more than 2 months and after several escalations i get no resolution. Micro management and pathetic work life balance with no wfh policy. I had to fight with management to allow my team to take 1 wfh a week.

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Customer Success, Service & Operations Department

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...en you attain certain exp and post. In Concentrix skill development is best . When compare with both companies you get both things salary and skill development at same time.

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No HR aligned to project so for some employees it’s disadvantage as you have to sort all your problem with people manager. But for me things are perfectly fine ..

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Finance & Accounting Department

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It's a good environment of a company

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We are working extra hours and more work but they are given less salary some times we kept off line and we working saturday also but salary less and that's why I left ibm

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Engineering - Hardware & Networks Department

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Work life balance

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...ibilities. Tools they use are pathetic and no connection between internal tools. Bonus and hikes are once in a blue moon and they have very good reasons not to pay people. They wastes money for un necessary things and they do not invest in people. Its a Garbage and no benefits are provided to employee. One of the worst company, please do not join

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Customer Success, Service & Operations Department

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The company is open to innovation and readily adopts it. It gives individual a platform to interact with clients, which is good for personal development

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  • Skill development - Excellent
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Compensation is decent, but there is no other monetary benefit

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IBM Lead Subject Matter Expert Salary FAQs

What is the salary of Lead Subject Matter Expert at IBM ?
The average salary of a Lead Subject Matter Expert at IBM in India typically ranges from ₹5.2 Lakhs to ₹19.0 Lakhs per year, depending on experience (from 6 years to 15 years).

The top 10% of Lead Subject Matter Expert at IBM earn more than ₹17.6 Lakhs per year, and the top 1% earn over ₹19.0 Lakhs per year. Lead Subject Matter Expert Salaries at IBM 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 7 IBM employees in India.
What is the estimated take home salary of a Lead Subject Matter Expert at IBM in India?
The estimated take-home salary of a Lead Subject Matter Expert at IBM in India typically ranges from ₹84,134 to ₹86,334 per month. This is based on the average salary range of ₹5.2 Lakhs to ₹19.0 Lakhs per year for employees with experience ranging from 6 years to 15 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 7 salaries received from various employees of IBM. Check how we calculate in-hand salary with our in-hand salary calculator.
What are the key skills required to be a Lead Subject Matter Expert at IBM ?
To be a Lead Subject Matter Expert at IBM in india, the key skills required include:

  • - Antivirus
  • - Penetration Testing
  • - Vulnerability Assessment
  • - Service Delivery
  • - SOC

These skills are highly valued at IBM and are crucial for successful performance in a Software Engineering role.
Which companies offer higher salaries than IBM for Lead Subject Matter Expert in India?
Capgemini ₹19.5 Lakhs to ₹27.0 Lakhs per year
Kyndryl ₹17.0 Lakhs to ₹21.0 Lakhs per year
Cognizant ₹8.8 Lakhs to ₹15.3 Lakhs per year

These companies are known for offering competitive compensation packages that can exceed the salary offered by IBM, depending on the role and experience level.
What is the salary of a Lead Subject Matter Expert in companies similar to IBM in India?
The salary of a Lead Subject Matter Expert at companies similar to IBM in India varies, depending on the role, experience, and company size. Here are the typical salary ranges:

Accenture ₹8.5 Lakhs to ₹10.0 Lakhs per year
Sun Life Financial ₹7.0 Lakhs to ₹9.0 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 Lead Subject Matter Expert at IBM in India?
The salary growth for a Lead Subject Matter Expert at IBM depends on factors such as experience, performance, and promotions. On average, a Lead Subject Matter Expert can expect the following growth trajectory at IBM:

Experience Average Salary Range
6 years ₹6.8 Lakhs to ₹18.5 Lakhs per year
7 years ₹6.6 Lakhs to ₹19.0 Lakhs per year
8 years ₹5.2 Lakhs to ₹19.4 Lakhs per year
9 years ₹10.0 Lakhs to ₹12.7 Lakhs per year
and so on.

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IBM Lead Subject Matter Expert salary in India ranges between ₹5.2 Lakhs to ₹19 Lakhs with an average annual salary of ₹unlock blur. Salary estimates are based on 7 IBM latest salaries received from various employees of IBM.