Paytm Bangalore / Bengaluru Principal Engineer Salaries by 9 Employees (Updated 2025)

11 - 14 years exp.

₹50 Lakhs - ₹94 Lakhs

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102% more than the average Principal Engineer Salary in FinTech Companies for 11 - 14 years of experience

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Last Updated: 2 Feb 2025

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Paytm Principal Engineer Salary

11 - 14 years exp. (9 salaries)

₹50 L/yr - ₹94 L/yr

Company name	Avg Annual Salary	Open Jobs
HARMAN Principal Engineer Salary 9 - 15 years exp. (369 salaries)	₹15 L/yr - ₹51.1 L/yr 51% less	9 job openings
Western Digital Principal Engineer Salary 8 - 14 years exp. (169 salaries)	₹20 L/yr - ₹59 L/yr 40% less
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Oracle Principal Engineer Salary 9 - 17 years exp. (135 salaries)	₹19.1 L/yr - ₹65 L/yr 45% less	2 job openings
Wissen Technology Principal Engineer Salary 7 - 12 years exp. (127 salaries)	₹16 L/yr - ₹42 L/yr 55% less
Dell EMC Principal Engineer Salary 10 - 17 years exp. (124 salaries)	₹17.3 L/yr - ₹45 L/yr 57% less

Principal Engineer salary at Paytm ranges between ₹50 Lakhs to ₹94 Lakhs per year for employees with experience between 11 years to 14 years. Salary estimates are based on 9 latest salaries received from various employees of Paytm.

Experience wise Paytm Principal Engineer salaries in Bangalore / Bengaluru

Last Updated: 2 Feb 2025

Experience	Avg Annual Salary
11 years (3 salaries)	₹50 L/yr - ₹83 L/yr
12 years (3 salaries)	₹50 L/yr - ₹94 L/yr
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13 years (AmbitionBox Estimate)	₹28.3 L/yr - ₹82 L/yr
14 years (AmbitionBox Estimate)	₹29.1 L/yr - ₹85 L/yr

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What is the salary of Principal Engineer at Paytm in Bangalore / Bengaluru?

The average salary of a Principal Engineer at Paytm in Bangalore / Bengaluru typically ranges from ₹50.0 Lakhs to ₹94.0 Lakhs per year, depending on experience (from 11 years to 14 years).

The top 10% of Principal Engineer in Bangalore / Bengaluru at Paytm earn more than ₹90.4 Lakhs per year, and the top 1% earn over ₹94.0 Lakhs per year. Principal Engineer Salaries at Paytm 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 9 Paytm employees in India.

What is the estimated take home salary of a Principal Engineer at Paytm in Bangalore / Bengaluru?

The estimated take-home salary of a Principal Engineer at Paytm in Bangalore / Bengaluru typically ranges from ₹3,86,332 to ₹3,98,907 per month. This is based on the average salary range of ₹50.0 Lakhs to ₹94.0 Lakhs per year for employees with experience ranging from 11 years to 14 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 9 salaries received from various employees of Paytm. Check how we calculate in-hand salary with our in-hand salary calculator.

What are the key skills required to be a Principal Engineer at Paytm in Bangalore / Bengaluru?

To be a Principal Engineer at Paytm in Bangalore / Bengaluru, the key skills required include:

- Financial Services
- EDC
- Backend
- Performance Tuning
- Software Design

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

What is the salary of a Principal Engineer in companies similar to Paytm in Bangalore / Bengaluru?

The salary of a Principal Engineer at companies similar to Paytm in Bangalore / Bengaluru varies, depending on the role, experience, and company size. Here are the typical salary ranges:

Western Digital	₹20.0 Lakhs to ₹59.0 Lakhs per year
Oracle	₹19.1 Lakhs to ₹65.0 Lakhs per year
HARMAN	₹15.0 Lakhs to ₹51.1 Lakhs per year
Wissen Technology	₹16.0 Lakhs to ₹42.0 Lakhs per year
Dell EMC	₹17.3 Lakhs to ₹45.0 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 Principal Engineer at Paytm in Bangalore / Bengaluru?

The salary growth for a Principal Engineer at Paytm in Bangalore / Bengaluru depends on factors such as experience, performance, and promotions. On average, a Principal Engineer in Bangalore / Bengaluru can expect the following growth trajectory at Paytm:

Experience	Average Salary Range
11 years	₹50.0 Lakhs to ₹83.0 Lakhs per year
12 years	₹50.0 Lakhs to ₹94.0 Lakhs per year
13 years	₹28.3 Lakhs to ₹82.0 Lakhs per year
14 years	₹29.1 Lakhs to ₹85.0 Lakhs per year

and so on.

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Paytm Principal Engineer salary in Bangalore / Bengaluru ranges between ₹50 Lakhs to ₹94 Lakhs with an average annual salary of ₹. Salary estimates are based on 9 Paytm latest salaries received from various employees of Paytm.