Nokia Chennai Senior Engineer Salaries by 50+ Employees (Updated 2025)

1 - 11 years exp.

₹4.2 Lakhs - ₹12 Lakhs

Salary of majority employees

20% less than the average Senior Engineer Salary in Telecom Companies for 1 - 11 years of experience

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Engineering - Software & QA Senior Engineer Salary 2 - 11 years exp. (19 salaries)	₹7 L/yr - ₹11.5 L/yr
Engineering - Hardware & Networks Senior Engineer Salary 3 - 10 years exp. (13 salaries)	₹4.7 L/yr - ₹12 L/yr
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Project & Program Management Senior Engineer Salary 2 - 10 years exp. (5 salaries)	₹4.2 L/yr - ₹7.3 L/yr
Research & Development Senior Engineer Salary 2 - 4 years exp. (5 salaries)	₹7 L/yr - ₹10 L/yr
Customer Success, Service & Operations Senior Engineer Salary 5 - 8 years exp. (3 salaries)	₹4.5 L/yr - ₹6.9 L/yr

Last Updated: 8 Feb 2025

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Nokia Senior Engineer Salary

1 - 11 years exp. (50 salaries)

₹4.2 L/yr - ₹12 L/yr

Company name	Avg Annual Salary	Open Jobs
Ericsson Senior Engineer Salary 5 - 17 years exp. (99 salaries)	₹5.7 L/yr - ₹16 L/yr 57% more	6 job openings
Huawei Technologies Senior Engineer Salary 3 - 10 years exp. (19 salaries)	₹3.5 L/yr - ₹10 L/yr 10% less
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Verizon Senior Engineer Salary 5 - 12 years exp. (12 salaries)	₹15 L/yr - ₹30 L/yr 242% more	2 job openings
Bharti Airtel Senior Engineer Salary 5 - 10 years exp. (12 salaries)	₹3.2 L/yr - ₹11 L/yr 11% less
Jio Senior Engineer Salary 4 - 18 years exp. (5 salaries)	₹4.8 L/yr - ₹12.6 L/yr 7% less
Dish Network Senior Engineer Salary 6 - 10 years exp. (3 salaries)	₹20 L/yr - ₹24.7 L/yr 187% more	1 job opening

Senior Engineer salary at Nokia ranges between ₹4.2 Lakhs to ₹12 Lakhs per year for employees with experience between 1 year to 11 years. Salary estimates are based on 50 latest salaries received from various employees of Nokia.

Experience wise Nokia Senior Engineer salaries in Chennai

Last Updated: 8 Feb 2025

Experience	Avg Annual Salary
1 year (AmbitionBox Estimate)	₹3 L/yr - ₹9.2 L/yr
2 years (12 salaries)	₹7 L/yr - ₹11 L/yr
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3 years (12 salaries)	₹6.3 L/yr - ₹12 L/yr
4 years (3 salaries)	₹7 L/yr - ₹8.2 L/yr
5 years (3 salaries)	₹4.5 L/yr - ₹13.8 L/yr
6 years (4 salaries)	₹4.2 L/yr - ₹10 L/yr
7 years (5 salaries)	₹4.5 L/yr - ₹13.9 L/yr
8 years (4 salaries)	₹4.7 L/yr - ₹7.8 L/yr
9 years (AmbitionBox Estimate)	₹5.5 L/yr - ₹11 L/yr
10 years (3 salaries)	₹4.5 L/yr - ₹9 L/yr
11 years (AmbitionBox Estimate)	₹3.1 L/yr - ₹10.2 L/yr

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Top skills at Nokia for Senior Engineer

Networking Product Management Linux Ethernet Core Java Agile Debugging Hibernate MPLS PLSQL Virtualization Wireless Technical Support Troubleshooting Automation Testing

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Rated by 9 employees for salary & benefits

HR Specialist 2 in Gurgaon / Gurugram

Full Time

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1.0

• posted on 12 Nov 2024

1.0

for Salary and Benefits

Likes

Only work life balance is ok

Dislikes

No new learnings No growth Very little salary increase To much politics, only people who are old in the organisation are getting all the opportunities and promotions. Not a good company for new joiners

Salary - Bad

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Technical Specialist in Chennai

Full Time

Engineering - Software & QA Department

4.0

• posted on 10 Jul 2024

3.0

for Salary and Benefits

Likes

Work Life Balance will be good Benefits and Pay are ok Good work environment, infrastructure Technologies are good You should take responsible and express your ideas For Self learning has time and environment

Job security - Good

+2 more

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Appraisal and Hike is not good. Project in learning is not good based on my team. More process oriented.

Promotions - Poor

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Full Time

Engineering - Software & QA Department

5.0

• posted on 12 Apr 2024

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for Salary and Benefits

Likes

1. Great Work ethics and work culture 2. Super supportive seniors

Job security - Excellent

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1. Very very less pay compared to other IT product based companies 2. Tech stack is very old generally and most networking based work is there. 3. Not a good option to join if you are interested in web domain.

Technical Specialist in Chennai

Full Time

Engineering - Software & QA Department

3.0

• posted on 22 Jun 2024

2.0

for Salary and Benefits

Likes

Good work life balance. Nokia offers flexi working options. Good paternity and maternity leave policy. Good place for a network engineer

Job security - Good

+2 more

Dislikes

Nokia is a failed company. Its shares price is continuously dropping which reflects in the appraisal and salary. Nokia has announced huge job cuts recently. Continuous mid management leadership change and reorg is causing volatile environment. It doesn't have attractive roles and opportunities compared to other software companies

Salary - Poor

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4.0

• posted on 28 Dec 2023

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Work life balance. Respect your decisions. CLV benefits.

Company culture - Good

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Salary hikes are less compared to other product based companies. Layoffs are planned due to telecom market is volatile. There is no proper roadmap to the developing RAN products.

Job security - Poor

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What is the salary of Senior Engineer at Nokia in Chennai?

The average salary of a Senior Engineer at Nokia in Chennai typically ranges from ₹4.2 Lakhs to ₹12.0 Lakhs per year, depending on experience (from 1 year to 11 years).

The top 10% of Senior Engineer in Chennai at Nokia earn more than ₹10.6 Lakhs per year, and the top 1% earn over ₹12.0 Lakhs per year. Senior Engineer Salaries at Nokia 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 50+ Nokia employees in India.

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

The estimated take-home salary of a Senior Engineer at Nokia in Chennai typically ranges from ₹57,113 to ₹58,548 per month. This is based on the average salary range of ₹4.2 Lakhs to ₹12.0 Lakhs per year for employees with experience ranging from 1 year to 11 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 50+ salaries received from various employees of Nokia. Check how we calculate in-hand salary with our in-hand salary calculator.

What are the key skills required to be a Senior Engineer at Nokia in Chennai?

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

- Networking
- Product Management
- Linux
- Ethernet
- Core Java

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

Which companies offer higher salaries than Nokia for Senior Engineer in India?

Verizon	₹15.0 Lakhs to ₹30.0 Lakhs per year
Dish Network	₹20.0 Lakhs to ₹24.7 Lakhs per year
Ericsson	₹5.7 Lakhs to ₹16.0 Lakhs per year

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

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

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

Jio	₹4.8 Lakhs to ₹12.6 Lakhs per year
Huawei Technologies	₹3.5 Lakhs to ₹10.0 Lakhs per year
Bharti Airtel	₹3.2 Lakhs to ₹11.0 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 Senior Engineer at Nokia in Chennai?

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

Experience	Average Salary Range
1 year	₹3.0 Lakhs to ₹9.2 Lakhs per year
2 years	₹7.0 Lakhs to ₹11.0 Lakhs per year
3 years	₹6.3 Lakhs to ₹12.0 Lakhs per year
4 years	₹7.0 Lakhs to ₹8.2 Lakhs per year

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