IBM Chennai System Engineer Salaries by 100+ Employees (Updated 2025)

1 - 9 years exp.

₹3.9 Lakhs - ₹14 Lakhs

Salary of majority employees

62% more than the average System Engineer Salary in IT Services & Consulting Companies for 1 - 9 years of experience

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Engineering - Software & QA System Engineer Salary 1 - 9 years exp. (95 salaries)	₹3.7 L/yr - ₹14.6 L/yr
Engineering - Hardware & Networks System Engineer Salary 2 - 6 years exp. (9 salaries)	₹3.1 L/yr - ₹8.7 L/yr
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IT & Information Security System Engineer Salary 4 - 8 years exp. (4 salaries)	₹4 L/yr - ₹11.5 L/yr
Customer Success, Service & Operations System Engineer Salary 2 - 7 years exp. (3 salaries)	₹6 L/yr - ₹13.5 L/yr
Consulting System Engineer Salary 2 - 4 years exp. (3 salaries)	₹4.8 L/yr - ₹14.9 L/yr

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Last Updated: 7 Mar 2025

Companies similar to IBM for System Engineer in Chennai

IBM System Engineer Salary

1 - 9 years exp. (139 salaries)

₹3.9 L/yr - ₹14 L/yr

Company name	Avg Annual Salary	Open Jobs
TCS System Engineer Salary 0 - 8 years exp. (15.1k salaries)	₹1.9 L/yr - ₹8.8 L/yr 35% less
Infosys System Engineer Salary 0 - 5 years exp. (2.8k salaries)	₹2.6 L/yr - ₹5.5 L/yr 56% less	2 job openings
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Cognizant System Engineer Salary 0 - 5 years exp. (419 salaries)	₹1 L/yr - ₹8.5 L/yr 55% less
Atos System Engineer Salary 1 - 4 years exp. (235 salaries)	₹2.1 L/yr - ₹5.5 L/yr 54% less
Tech Mahindra System Engineer Salary 1 - 9 years exp. (108 salaries)	₹1.5 L/yr - ₹9.1 L/yr 36% less
Wipro System Engineer Salary 0 - 7 years exp. (101 salaries)	₹1.5 L/yr - ₹9 L/yr 53% less	68 job openings
HCLTech System Engineer Salary 1 - 6 years exp. (54 salaries)	₹1 L/yr - ₹8 L/yr 45% less
Accenture System Engineer Salary 1 - 7 years exp. (38 salaries)	₹4 L/yr - ₹16 L/yr 2% more	6 job openings
DXC Technology System Engineer Salary 1 - 7 years exp. (14 salaries)	₹2 L/yr - ₹11.6 L/yr 27% less
UST System Engineer Salary 3 - 8 years exp. (14 salaries)	₹2.5 L/yr - ₹8 L/yr 32% less
HCL Group System Engineer Salary 1 - 6 years exp. (12 salaries)	₹1.2 L/yr - ₹6 L/yr 49% less
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Capgemini System Engineer Salary 1 - 6 years exp. (9 salaries)	₹3.2 L/yr - ₹10.6 L/yr 14% less	2 job openings
NTT DATA, Inc. System Engineer Salary 1 - 6 years exp. (3 salaries)	₹3.5 L/yr - ₹5.2 L/yr 50% less

System Engineer salary at IBM ranges between ₹3.9 Lakhs to ₹14 Lakhs per year for employees with experience between 1 year to 9 years. Salary estimates are based on 139 latest salaries received from various employees of IBM.

Experience wise IBM System Engineer salaries in Chennai

Last Updated: 7 Mar 2025

Experience	Avg Annual Salary
1 year (5 salaries)	₹3 L/yr - ₹7.8 L/yr
2 years (31 salaries)	₹2.5 L/yr - ₹8 L/yr
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3 years (30 salaries)	₹3.4 L/yr - ₹9 L/yr
4 years (28 salaries)	₹3.1 L/yr - ₹9.3 L/yr
5 years (17 salaries)	₹3.9 L/yr - ₹12 L/yr
6 years (11 salaries)	₹4 L/yr - ₹11.5 L/yr
7 years (6 salaries)	₹4.6 L/yr - ₹16.2 L/yr
8 years (9 salaries)	₹6.5 L/yr - ₹19 L/yr
9 years (AmbitionBox Estimate)	₹10.2 L/yr - ₹25.2 L/yr

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Top skills at IBM for System Engineer

Networking Hardware Interpersonal Skills Troubleshooting Windows OS Time Management Creative Designing Agile System Engineering Management Healthcare Presales Sales Azure Presentation Skills

Salary related reviews for IBM

3.8

Rated by 21 employees for salary & benefits

System Engineer in Chennai

Engineering - Software & QA Department

5.0

• posted on 04 Jul 2022

5.0

for Salary and Benefits

Likes

We have good work culture in IBM .The flexibility of work are so good and good scheduled work timings , Leaves are good

Salary - Excellent

+3 more

Dislikes

There is no salary hike for employees and if you get salary hike it will be like 4% to 8% and more than legacy applications is in IBM we cant get opportunity of any coding skills from scratch

Promotions - Bad

+1 more

System Engineer in Bangalore / Bengaluru

Full Time

Engineering - Software & QA Department

5.0

• posted on 08 Jan 2023

3.0

for Salary and Benefits

Likes

Work life balance is very nice and also Flexibility towards work. Great place to work with IBM for everyone.

Job security - Good

+3 more

Dislikes

As per market standards, Salary is not getting as expected. So company should work on Salary hike as per current industry. Rest everything is good.

Promotions - Poor

System Engineer in Bangalore / Bengaluru

Full Time

Engineering - Software & QA Department

5.0

• posted on 17 Aug 2022

5.0

for Salary and Benefits

Likes

...eing fixed over there ... IBMIS A VERY GOOD COMPANY .. WORKLIFE IS BALANACED ... SALARY ALSO GOOD TO GET..

Salary - Excellent

+3 more

Dislikes

for now i wont see anything for disliking

Work satisfaction - Poor

System Engineer in MADRAS

Engineering - Software & QA Department

2.0

• posted on 22 Apr 2021

1.0

for Salary and Benefits

Likes

certifications = learning resources. Best place to learn and apply skillsets. Can remain a technical resource but you will work under a sub par manager most likely

Skill development - Excellent

Dislikes

Total lack of transparency - salary will remain stagnant - laterals will be hired with less experience and at a higher salary than internal long time resources - total lack of intent to retain and groom good resources - no growth unless you are a yes man with a godfather - lots of politics - Appraisal system earlier PBC system was clearer - salary will stagnate unless you get promoted but promotions wont happen - net result being IBMers being poorly paid. Higher bands will find difficult to find projects in locations other than Bangalore. Good projects wont come to locations other than Bangalore. IBM keeps selling businesses and products and goes after business that does exist - Cloud/ watson / Micro services/ Analytics as per season - Long time direction missing from leadership.

Salary - Bad

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System Engineer in Bangalore / Bengaluru

Engineering - Software & QA Department

5.0

• posted on 27 Apr 2019

3.0

for Salary and Benefits

Likes

Global culture Rich values around giving back to community Unbeatable work life balance here best place for diversity Good company if you want work from home Exposure to various technologies Cross functional team Gives opportunities to work and pick roles which employees want

Skill development - Excellent

+5 more

Dislikes

Low salary growth in comparison Location wise opportunities are little less Geo GD model, less on-site opportunities Slow in decision making

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What is the salary of System Engineer at IBM in Chennai?

The average salary of a System Engineer at IBM in Chennai typically ranges from ₹3.9 Lakhs to ₹14.0 Lakhs per year, depending on experience (from 1 year to 9 years).

The top 10% of System Engineer in Chennai at IBM earn more than ₹10.1 Lakhs per year, and the top 1% earn over ₹16.5 Lakhs per year. System 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 100+ IBM employees in India.

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

The estimated take-home salary of a System Engineer at IBM in Chennai typically ranges from ₹64,543 to ₹66,189 per month. This is based on the average salary range of ₹3.9 Lakhs to ₹14.0 Lakhs per year for employees with experience ranging from 1 year to 9 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 IBM. Check how we calculate in-hand salary with our in-hand salary calculator.

What are the key skills required to be a System Engineer at IBM in Chennai?

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

- Networking
- Hardware
- Interpersonal Skills
- Troubleshooting
- Windows OS

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 System Engineer in India?

Accenture

₹4.0 Lakhs to ₹16.0 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 System Engineer in companies similar to IBM in Chennai?

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

Capgemini	₹3.2 Lakhs to ₹10.6 Lakhs per year
DXC Technology	₹2.0 Lakhs to ₹11.6 Lakhs per year
UST	₹2.5 Lakhs to ₹8.0 Lakhs per year
TCS	₹1.9 Lakhs to ₹8.8 Lakhs per year
Tech Mahindra	₹1.5 Lakhs to ₹9.1 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 System Engineer at IBM in Chennai?

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

Experience	Average Salary Range
1 year	₹3.0 Lakhs to ₹7.8 Lakhs per year
2 years	₹2.5 Lakhs to ₹8.0 Lakhs per year
3 years	₹3.4 Lakhs to ₹9.0 Lakhs per year
4 years	₹3.1 Lakhs to ₹9.3 Lakhs per year

and so on.

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