L&T Defence Senior Software Engineer Salaries by 7 Employees (Updated 2025)

0 - 6 years exp.

₹7.5 Lakhs - ₹10 Lakhs

Salary of majority employees

45% less than the average Senior Software Engineer Salary in Defence & Aerospace Companies for 0 - 6 years of experience

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Engineering - Software & QA Senior Software Engineer Salary 2 - 3 years exp. (4 salaries)	₹7.5 L/yr - ₹9.5 L/yr
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Data Science & Analytics Senior Software Engineer Salary 3 years exp. (AmbitionBox Estimate)	₹9 L/yr - ₹11 L/yr

Last Updated: 8 Mar 2025

Companies similar to L&T Defence for Senior Software Engineer

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Honeywell Technology Solutions Senior Software Engineer Salary 5 - 10 years exp. (263 salaries)	₹16.6 L/yr - ₹44.6 L/yr 205% more	2 job openings
GE Senior Software Engineer Salary 6 - 12 years exp. (137 salaries)	₹10.2 L/yr - ₹35 L/yr 191% more	2 job openings
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Collins Aerospace Senior Software Engineer Salary 3 - 10 years exp. (102 salaries)	₹7 L/yr - ₹18.5 L/yr 31% more
AIRBUS Senior Software Engineer Salary 3 - 9 years exp. (49 salaries)	₹11.4 L/yr - ₹32 L/yr 194% more
Tata Advanced Systems Senior Software Engineer Salary 1 - 10 years exp. (25 salaries)	₹5.8 L/yr - ₹15 L/yr 29% more
Smiths Detection Senior Software Engineer Salary 4 - 9 years exp. (21 salaries)	₹15 L/yr - ₹30 L/yr 176% more
Data Patterns Senior Software Engineer Salary 0 - 10 years exp. (8 salaries)	₹5.2 L/yr - ₹17.1 L/yr 51% more
Astra Microwave Products Senior Software Engineer Salary 1 - 6 years exp. (6 salaries)	₹4 L/yr - ₹5.5 L/yr 46% less
Safenet Infotech Senior Software Engineer Salary 6 - 8 years exp. (4 salaries)	₹9 L/yr - ₹14.8 L/yr 34% more

Senior Software Engineer salary at L&T Defence ranges between ₹7.5 Lakhs to ₹10 Lakhs per year for employees with less than 1 year of experience to 6 years. Salary estimates are based on 7 latest salaries received from various employees of L&T Defence.

Experience wise L&T Defence Senior Software Engineer salaries

Last Updated: 8 Mar 2025

Experience	Avg Annual Salary
Fresher (AmbitionBox Estimate)	₹7.7 L/yr - ₹9.8 L/yr
1 year (AmbitionBox Estimate)	₹7.7 L/yr - ₹9.8 L/yr
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2 years (AmbitionBox Estimate)	₹7.7 L/yr - ₹9.8 L/yr
3 years (3 salaries)	₹7.5 L/yr - ₹10 L/yr
4 years (AmbitionBox Estimate)	₹7.7 L/yr - ₹9.8 L/yr
5 years (AmbitionBox Estimate)	₹7.7 L/yr - ₹9.8 L/yr
6 years (AmbitionBox Estimate)	₹7.7 L/yr - ₹9.9 L/yr

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3.0

• posted on 15 Jun 2023

2.0

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Likes

Freedom to innovate, make mistakes and learn. Holiday homes. Domicilary medical reimbursement. Work exposure.

Skill development - Good

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Compensation , HR policies. 5.5 days working. Poor leave rules. No holidays on muslim festivals. Non fair appraisals.

Salary - Poor

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Quality Engineer in Talegaon Dabhade

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Other Department

3.0

• posted on 02 Sep 2024

2.0

for Salary and Benefits

Likes

Peaceful and pleasant work atmosphere. Workloads and responsibilities well distributed in team. Ease of access to knowledge regarding projects and relevant updates.

Company culture - Good

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Working on same profile and cannot change/upgrade profile within company. Salary growth is lesser and not satisfied with salary.

Salary - Poor

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Mktg in Bangalore / Bengaluru

Other Department

2.0

• posted on 16 Jun 2022

2.0

for Salary and Benefits

Likes

Business areas and product line, which makes an employee feel proud. Aspiration to venture into new products and markets.

Job security - Good

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...power & authority is getting further concentrated rather than getting delegated. Non-revision of compensation structure vis-à-vis industry has led to high attrition and degradation in quality of human resource available in organisation and its ability to attract. Compensation structure should be reviewed immediately and brought at par with industry . Career progression / growth is slow.

Salary - Poor

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Senior Manager Project Management in Surat

Defense Department

5.0

• posted on 25 May 2022

4.0

for Salary and Benefits

Likes

This is the best place, where you could contribute for your Country. Collaborative culture with versatile people from all across, provides lot of opportunity to learn and grow.

Salary - Good

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Dislikes

Salary and benefits might not be best in the class, could be improved a bit.

Diploma Trainee Engineer in Coimbatore

Production, Manufacturing & Engineering Department

5.0

• posted on 19 May 2022

2.0

for Salary and Benefits

Likes

I&T defense is a good company. You learn more and more because many defense and areospace project are make by l&T. Next one is very minimum work pressure.

Skill development - Good

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What is the salary of Senior Software Engineer at L&T Defence ?

The average salary of a Senior Software Engineer at L&T Defence in India typically ranges from ₹7.5 Lakhs to ₹10.0 Lakhs per year, depending on experience (from Fresher to 6 years).

The top 10% of Senior Software Engineer at L&T Defence earn more than ₹9.9 Lakhs per year, and the top 1% earn over ₹10.0 Lakhs per year. Senior Software Engineer Salaries at L&T Defence 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 L&T Defence employees in India.

What is the estimated take home salary of a Senior Software Engineer at L&T Defence in India?

The estimated take-home salary of a Senior Software Engineer at L&T Defence in India typically ranges from ₹62,579 to ₹64,169 per month. This is based on the average salary range of ₹7.5 Lakhs to ₹10.0 Lakhs per year for employees with experience ranging from Fresher to 6 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 L&T Defence. Check how we calculate in-hand salary with our in-hand salary calculator.

Which companies offer higher salaries than L&T Defence for Senior Software Engineer in India?

Honeywell Technology Solutions	₹16.6 Lakhs to ₹44.6 Lakhs per year
AIRBUS	₹11.4 Lakhs to ₹32.0 Lakhs per year
GE	₹10.2 Lakhs to ₹35.0 Lakhs per year
Smiths Detection	₹15.0 Lakhs to ₹30.0 Lakhs per year
Data Patterns	₹5.2 Lakhs to ₹17.1 Lakhs per year

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

What is the salary of a Senior Software Engineer in companies similar to L&T Defence in India?

The salary of a Senior Software Engineer at companies similar to L&T Defence in India varies, depending on the role, experience, and company size. Here are the typical salary ranges:

Safenet Infotech	₹9.0 Lakhs to ₹14.8 Lakhs per year
Collins Aerospace	₹7.0 Lakhs to ₹18.5 Lakhs per year
Tata Advanced Systems	₹5.8 Lakhs to ₹15.0 Lakhs per year
Astra Microwave Products	₹4.0 Lakhs to ₹5.5 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 Software Engineer at L&T Defence in India?

The salary growth for a Senior Software Engineer at L&T Defence depends on factors such as experience, performance, and promotions. On average, a Senior Software Engineer can expect the following growth trajectory at L&T Defence:

Experience	Average Salary Range
Fresher	₹7.7 Lakhs to ₹9.8 Lakhs per year
1 year	₹7.7 Lakhs to ₹9.8 Lakhs per year
2 years	₹7.7 Lakhs to ₹9.8 Lakhs per year
3 years	₹7.5 Lakhs to ₹10.0 Lakhs per year

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L&T Defence Senior Software Engineer salary in India ranges between ₹7.5 Lakhs to ₹10 Lakhs with an average annual salary of ₹. Salary estimates are based on 7 L&T Defence latest salaries received from various employees of L&T Defence.