IBM Chennai Senior Systems Engineer Salaries by 300+ Employees (Updated 2025)

3 - 13 years exp.

₹6 Lakhs - ₹24 Lakhs

Avg. annual salary

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127% more than the average Senior Systems Engineer Salary in IT Services & Consulting Companies for 3 - 13 years of experience

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Engineering - Software & QA Senior Systems Engineer Salary 3 - 13 years exp. (259 salaries)	₹6 L/yr - ₹24 L/yr
IT & Information Security Senior Systems Engineer Salary 3 - 7 years exp. (11 salaries)	₹8 L/yr - ₹16.5 L/yr
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Engineering - Hardware & Networks Senior Systems Engineer Salary 6 - 11 years exp. (8 salaries)	₹6 L/yr - ₹14 L/yr
Consulting Senior Systems Engineer Salary 6 - 9 years exp. (5 salaries)	₹6.7 L/yr - ₹17.5 L/yr

Last Updated: 8 Mar 2025

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IBM Senior Systems Engineer Salary

3 - 13 years exp. (314 salaries)

₹6 L/yr - ₹24 L/yr

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Infosys Senior Systems Engineer Salary 0 - 6 years exp. (5.9k salaries)	₹3 L/yr - ₹7.7 L/yr 68% less	1 job opening
Cognizant Senior Systems Engineer Salary 0 - 8 years exp. (2.1k salaries)	₹1.5 L/yr - ₹8 L/yr 57% less
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TCS Senior Systems Engineer Salary 2 - 8 years exp. (150 salaries)	₹3.4 L/yr - ₹13.3 L/yr 39% less
Tech Mahindra Senior Systems Engineer Salary 4 - 11 years exp. (54 salaries)	₹5.4 L/yr - ₹18.5 L/yr 19% less
Accenture Senior Systems Engineer Salary 3 - 8 years exp. (40 salaries)	₹4.4 L/yr - ₹16.3 L/yr 21% less
Wipro Senior Systems Engineer Salary 4 - 10 years exp. (40 salaries)	₹4.5 L/yr - ₹14 L/yr 23% less
HCLTech Senior Systems Engineer Salary 3 - 8 years exp. (23 salaries)	₹9.3 L/yr - ₹13.2 L/yr 5% less
DXC Technology Senior Systems Engineer Salary 3 - 12 years exp. (15 salaries)	₹4.8 L/yr - ₹18 L/yr 23% less
Capgemini Senior Systems Engineer Salary 2 - 8 years exp. (14 salaries)	₹5.1 L/yr - ₹15.2 L/yr 23% less
Atos Senior Systems Engineer Salary 3 - 10 years exp. (8 salaries)	₹3 L/yr - ₹7.4 L/yr 58% less
HCL Group Senior Systems Engineer Salary 3 - 8 years exp. (5 salaries)	₹6 L/yr - ₹8.7 L/yr 39% less
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Senior Systems Engineer salary at IBM ranges between ₹6 Lakhs to ₹24 Lakhs per year for employees with experience between 3 years to 13 years. Salary estimates are based on 314 latest salaries received from various employees of IBM.

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Experience wise IBM Senior Systems Engineer salaries in Chennai

Last Updated: 8 Mar 2025

Experience	Avg Annual Salary
3 years (27 salaries)	₹4 L/yr - ₹13 L/yr
4 years (47 salaries)	₹4.6 L/yr - ₹14.1 L/yr
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5 years (60 salaries)	₹6 L/yr - ₹18.5 L/yr
6 years (59 salaries)	₹6 L/yr - ₹16.4 L/yr
7 years (40 salaries)	₹5.3 L/yr - ₹14.5 L/yr
8 years (33 salaries)	₹6.6 L/yr - ₹20 L/yr
9 years (23 salaries)	₹7 L/yr - ₹22.3 L/yr
10 years (12 salaries)	₹8.1 L/yr - ₹26.5 L/yr
11 years (8 salaries)	₹7.5 L/yr - ₹24 L/yr
12 years (3 salaries)	₹9.2 L/yr - ₹29 L/yr
13 years (AmbitionBox Estimate)	₹15.1 L/yr - ₹19.3 L/yr

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Engineering - Software & QA Department

5.0

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1. Good work-life balance. 2. Hybrid model with 3 days in office. 3. Positive work culture. 4. Access to free learning resources like Udemy.

Skill development - Good

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1. Low yearly salary hikes (2-7%). 2. No cab facility provided. 3. Promotion process needs improvement. 4. Employee benefits could be enhanced.

Promotions - Poor

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Full Time

Engineering - Software & QA Department

5.0

• posted on 27 May 2024

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... duration. Better growth and learning objectives and wide platforms for upgrade. Salary hikes also average as other companies purely depends on manager. Overall a great company to work :)

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Appraisals are below industry standards. All others things are well and good

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Full Time

BFSI, Investments & Trading Department

5.0

• posted on 17 Nov 2023

4.0

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Great work life balance No micro management No need to maintain hours in office ( no swipe out time) Cab facilities for women employees after 7 pm Commute expenses reimbursement. Culture is very good Lot of learning and certification opportunities

Salary - Good

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Only point is that, try to get maximum salary when you join IBM. Like many other MNCs yearly hike is very poor in IBM.

Promotions - Poor

Senior Systems Engineer in Bangalore / Bengaluru

Full Time

Consulting Department

3.0

• posted on 11 Sep 2023

2.0

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Work life balance

Work-life balance - Good

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Manager only comes to me asking to fill timesheet . No compensation for working on National Holiday or any public Holiday. No appreciation or appraisal. Being awarded the performance award I was given a hike of mere 5%.

Salary - Poor

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Senior Systems Engineer in Bangalore / Bengaluru

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Engineering - Software & QA Department

5.0

• posted on 31 May 2022

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The company is open to innovation and readily aopts latest technology. I love the fact that I am a part of a team that markets reliable, high-quality products and much more.

Salary - Good

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Compensation is decent but grwoth is slow. The pressure is moderate. I do receive appreciations emails from my clients. there is also on job trainings are thre as well

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What is the salary of Senior Systems Engineer at IBM in Chennai?

The average salary of a Senior Systems Engineer at IBM in Chennai typically ranges from ₹6.0 Lakhs to ₹24.0 Lakhs per year, depending on experience (from 3 years to 13 years).

The top 10% of Senior Systems Engineer in Chennai at IBM earn more than ₹14.0 Lakhs per year, and the top 1% earn over ₹20.0 Lakhs per year. Senior Systems Engineer 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 300+ IBM employees in India.

What is the estimated take home salary of a Senior Systems Engineer at IBM in Chennai?

The estimated take-home salary of a Senior Systems Engineer at IBM in Chennai typically ranges from ₹94,077 to ₹96,607 per month. This is based on the average salary range of ₹6.0 Lakhs to ₹24.0 Lakhs per year for employees with experience ranging from 3 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 300+ 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 Senior Systems Engineer at IBM in Chennai?

To be a Senior Systems Engineer at IBM in Chennai, the key skills required include:

- Troubleshooting
- Shell Scripting
- Python
- REXX
- DBMS

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

What is the salary of a Senior Systems Engineer in companies similar to IBM in Chennai?

The salary of a Senior Systems Engineer at companies similar to IBM in Chennai varies, depending on the role, experience, and company size. Here are the typical salary ranges:

HCLTech	₹9.3 Lakhs to ₹13.2 Lakhs per year
Tech Mahindra	₹5.4 Lakhs to ₹18.5 Lakhs per year
Accenture	₹4.4 Lakhs to ₹16.3 Lakhs per year
Wipro	₹4.5 Lakhs to ₹14.0 Lakhs per year
Capgemini	₹5.1 Lakhs to ₹15.2 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 Systems Engineer at IBM in Chennai?

The salary growth for a Senior Systems Engineer at IBM in Chennai depends on factors such as experience, performance, and promotions. On average, a Senior Systems Engineer in Chennai can expect the following growth trajectory at IBM:

Experience	Average Salary Range
3 years	₹4.0 Lakhs to ₹13.0 Lakhs per year
4 years	₹4.6 Lakhs to ₹14.1 Lakhs per year
5 years	₹6.0 Lakhs to ₹18.5 Lakhs per year
6 years	₹6.0 Lakhs to ₹16.4 Lakhs per year

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