Nokia Senior R&D Engineer Salaries by 20+ Employees (Updated 2025)

3 - 13 years exp.

₹10 Lakhs - ₹30 Lakhs

Salary of majority employees

19% more than the average Senior R&D Engineer Salary in Telecom Companies for 3 - 13 years of experience

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Engineering - Software & QA Senior R&D Engineer Salary 3 - 10 years exp. (17 salaries)	₹10 L/yr - ₹26.5 L/yr
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Engineering - Hardware & Networks Senior R&D Engineer Salary 9 - 12 years exp. (AmbitionBox Estimate)	₹12.5 L/yr - ₹25 L/yr

Last Updated: 7 Mar 2025

Companies similar to Nokia for Senior R&D Engineer

Company name	Avg Annual Salary	Open Jobs
Samsung Senior R&D Engineer Salary 3 - 6 years exp. (10 salaries)	₹5.1 L/yr - ₹7 L/yr 67% less
LG Electronics Senior R&D Engineer Salary 1 - 5 years exp. (10 salaries)	₹6 L/yr - ₹9 L/yr 60% less
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CommScope Senior R&D Engineer Salary 10 - 15 years exp. (9 salaries)	₹16 L/yr - ₹50 L/yr 96% more
ABB Senior R&D Engineer Salary 5 - 13 years exp. (194 salaries)	₹12 L/yr - ₹33.3 L/yr 19% more	3 job openings
Synopsys Senior R&D Engineer Salary 2 - 7 years exp. (102 salaries)	₹15 L/yr - ₹40 L/yr 28% more	1 job opening

Senior R&D Engineer salary at Nokia ranges between ₹10 Lakhs to ₹30 Lakhs per year for employees with experience between 3 years to 13 years. Salary estimates are based on 25 latest salaries received from various employees of Nokia.

Experience wise Nokia Senior R&D Engineer salaries

Last Updated: 7 Mar 2025

Experience	Avg Annual Salary
3 years (3 salaries)	₹10 L/yr - ₹14 L/yr
4 years (AmbitionBox Estimate)	₹10 L/yr - ₹23.2 L/yr
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5 years (3 salaries)	₹10 L/yr - ₹16.6 L/yr
6 years (3 salaries)	₹11.5 L/yr - ₹16.6 L/yr
7 years (3 salaries)	₹12 L/yr - ₹31.4 L/yr
8 years (3 salaries)	₹11.2 L/yr - ₹34.1 L/yr
9 years (4 salaries)	₹12.5 L/yr - ₹26.5 L/yr
10 years (AmbitionBox Estimate)	₹8.8 L/yr - ₹26 L/yr
11 years (AmbitionBox Estimate)	₹21.2 L/yr - ₹27 L/yr
12 years (AmbitionBox Estimate)	₹25 L/yr - ₹45.1 L/yr
13 years (AmbitionBox Estimate)	₹10.6 L/yr - ₹30 L/yr

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Python MySQL Tomcat JBoss Perl Telecom Linux Virtualization customer support Java Firmware SCM Oracle Javascript Unit Testing

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Senior Software Engineer in Bangalore / Bengaluru

Full Time

Engineering - Software & QA Department

4.0

• posted on 28 Dec 2023

3.0

for Salary and Benefits

Likes

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

Senior Software Engineer in Bangalore / Bengaluru

Engineering - Software & QA Department

5.0

• posted on 20 Apr 2022

3.0

for Salary and Benefits

Likes

One of the most ethical and culturally top companies. The work culture is very positive and everyone is helping each other to achieve their fullest potential.

Skill development - Excellent

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The salary offered to existing employees is not up to market standards, but its slowly improving due to attrition.

HR Specialist 2 in Gurgaon / Gurugram

Full Time

Human Resources Department

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

Dislikes

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

Promotions - Poor

Software Engineer in Bangalore / Bengaluru

Full Time

Engineering - Software & QA Department

5.0

• posted on 12 Apr 2024

3.0

for Salary and Benefits

Likes

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

Job security - Excellent

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Dislikes

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.

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What is the salary of Senior R&D Engineer at Nokia ?

The average salary of a Senior R&D Engineer at Nokia in India typically ranges from ₹10.0 Lakhs to ₹30.0 Lakhs per year, depending on experience (from 3 years to 13 years).

The top 10% of Senior R&D Engineer at Nokia earn more than ₹26.0 Lakhs per year, and the top 1% earn over ₹30.0 Lakhs per year. Senior R&D 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 20+ Nokia employees in India.

What is the estimated take home salary of a Senior R&D Engineer at Nokia in India?

The estimated take-home salary of a Senior R&D Engineer at Nokia in India typically ranges from ₹1,26,183 to ₹1,30,264 per month. This is based on the average salary range of ₹10.0 Lakhs to ₹30.0 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 20+ 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 R&D Engineer at Nokia ?

To be a Senior R&D Engineer at Nokia in india, the key skills required include:

- Python
- MySQL
- Tomcat
- JBoss
- Perl

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 R&D Engineer in India?

CommScope	₹16.0 Lakhs to ₹50.0 Lakhs per year
Synopsys	₹15.0 Lakhs to ₹40.0 Lakhs per year
ABB	₹12.0 Lakhs to ₹33.3 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 R&D Engineer in companies similar to Nokia in India?

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

LG Electronics	₹6.0 Lakhs to ₹9.0 Lakhs per year
Samsung	₹5.1 Lakhs to ₹7.0 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 R&D Engineer at Nokia in India?

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

Experience	Average Salary Range
3 years	₹10.0 Lakhs to ₹14.0 Lakhs per year
4 years	₹10.0 Lakhs to ₹23.2 Lakhs per year
5 years	₹10.0 Lakhs to ₹16.6 Lakhs per year
6 years	₹11.5 Lakhs to ₹16.6 Lakhs per year

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Nokia Senior R&D Engineer salary in India ranges between ₹10 Lakhs to ₹30 Lakhs with an average annual salary of ₹. Salary estimates are based on 25 Nokia latest salaries received from various employees of Nokia.