PwC Lead Engineer Salaries by 8 Employees (Updated 2025)

7 - 15 years exp.

₹20 Lakhs - ₹30 Lakhs

Low Confidence

Salary of majority employees

57% more than the average Lead Engineer Salary in Management Consulting Companies for 7 - 15 years of experience

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Last Updated: 14 Mar 2025

Companies similar to PwC for Lead Engineer

Company name	Avg Annual Salary	Open Jobs
Deloitte Lead Engineer Salary 4 - 18 years exp. (24 salaries)	₹13.8 L/yr - ₹48.4 L/yr 14% more
KPMG India Lead Engineer Salary 5 - 10 years exp. (5 salaries)	₹13 L/yr - ₹35 L/yr 7% less
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Ernst & Young Lead Engineer Salary 6 - 11 years exp. (16 salaries)	₹12.5 L/yr - ₹42.8 L/yr 1% less
Protiviti Lead Engineer Salary 5 - 7 years exp. (4 salaries)	₹19.3 L/yr - ₹21.9 L/yr 20% less
BCG Lead Engineer Salary 5 - 13 years exp. (19 salaries)	₹25 L/yr - ₹46 L/yr 59% more
ZS Lead Engineer Salary 5 - 13 years exp. (19 salaries)	₹25 L/yr - ₹55 L/yr 57% more	3 job openings
The Smart Cube Lead Engineer Salary 8 - 11 years exp. (14 salaries)	₹11 L/yr - ₹16 L/yr 45% less
Gartner Lead Engineer Salary 6 - 15 years exp. (6 salaries)	₹20 L/yr - ₹56 L/yr 51% more
McKinsey & Company Lead Engineer Salary 7 - 10 years exp. (3 salaries)	₹23.2 L/yr - ₹36.3 L/yr 11% more

Lead Engineer salary at PwC ranges between ₹20 Lakhs to ₹30 Lakhs per year for employees with experience between 7 years to 15 years. Salary estimates are based on 8 latest salaries received from various employees of PwC.

Experience wise PwC Lead Engineer salaries

Last Updated: 14 Mar 2025

Experience	Avg Annual Salary
7 years (AmbitionBox Estimate)	₹22.5 L/yr - ₹41.6 L/yr
8 years (AmbitionBox Estimate)	₹21.3 L/yr - ₹27.3 L/yr
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9 years (AmbitionBox Estimate)	₹20 L/yr - ₹43.7 L/yr
10 years (AmbitionBox Estimate)	₹22.4 L/yr - ₹28.6 L/yr
11 years (AmbitionBox Estimate)	₹10.2 L/yr - ₹30 L/yr
12 years (AmbitionBox Estimate)	₹10.4 L/yr - ₹30 L/yr
13 years (AmbitionBox Estimate)	₹10.6 L/yr - ₹30 L/yr
14 years (AmbitionBox Estimate)	₹24.4 L/yr - ₹31.2 L/yr
15+ years (AmbitionBox Estimate)	₹11.1 L/yr - ₹30 L/yr

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Top skills at PwC for Lead Engineer

Project Delivery Analytical Chemistry Information Technology Data Analysis Data Mining Automation Operations Continuous Improvement Leadership Development Active Directory Data Collection WinTEL Automation Testing Windows Data Modeling

Salary related reviews for PwC

4.0

Rated by 1 employees for salary & benefits

Senior Associate in Bangalore / Bengaluru

Full Time

BFSI, Investments & Trading Department

3.0

• posted on 21 Jan 2025

3.0

for Salary and Benefits

Likes

The likes and dislikes may vary based on the project you are in within each stream in PwC. I work in payments transformation in Advisory , here the work like balance is good and the team is supportive, for me.

Job security - Good

+1 more

Dislikes

... discussions are a bit frustrating since the hr wont budge to your negotiations. Hence the salary wont be what is expected when moving companies.

Senior Associate in Bangalore / Bengaluru

Full Time

Finance & Accounting Department

3.0

• posted on 07 Jan 2025

4.0

for Salary and Benefits

Likes

...e is enough potential for growth if you like to work in the offshore segment. 2. The salary is good. 3. Good experience if you want to move out of India in other AC's or Onshore teams. Although there have been less opportunity to move to the onshore team recently.

Salary - Good

Dislikes

1. There is no concept of work life balance. There seems to be busy season all around the year specially in EUM and TMT Industry. 2. If your manager has a habbit of micromanagement then it is going to be very difficult to grow in your job. 3. Minimal to no client facing audit experience.

Work-life balance - Poor

Senior Associate in Hyderabad / Secunderabad

Full Time

Finance & Accounting Department

1.0

• posted on 06 Nov 2024

1.0

for Salary and Benefits

Likes

Unfortunately I was so troubled there is nothing good about pec in my case

Dislikes

Worst work life balance is a myth in pwc, management is toxic. They do not treat employee with respect , less pay, more work, no pay for extra time worked , managers will force employee to work from home

Salary - Bad

+6 more

Senior Associate in Kolkata

Full Time

Engineering - Software & QA Department

4.0

• posted on 04 Nov 2024

4.0

for Salary and Benefits

Likes

It has been great experience working in PwC India for last 2 years. Overall work culture, job satisfaction and quality of work is really good. Also everyone is very supportive whenever needed. Medical Insurance policy is great though copay is raised to 15% from this year. Hybrid work policy is another key aspects here.

Salary - Good

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Dislikes

...s for learn things as work pressure remains constant and high most of the times. Also compensation wise, PwC is renowned but unfortunately last year hike percentage was very bad. Hope this will improve from the coming years.

Senior Associate in Bangalore / Bengaluru

Full Time

Finance & Accounting Department

2.0

• posted on 04 Oct 2024

3.0

for Salary and Benefits

Likes

Competitive Salary Working experience with clients from developed countries like European countries and the USA. Frequent technology updates

Dislikes

Poor work-Life Salary hikes are stopped for small reasons or no reasons Employees are fired for no reason High performance does not matter when considering promotions and employee retention

Job security - Bad

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PwC Lead Engineer Salary FAQs

What is the salary of Lead Engineer at PwC ?

The average salary of a Lead Engineer at PwC in India typically ranges from ₹20.0 Lakhs to ₹30.0 Lakhs per year, depending on experience (from 7 years to 15 years).

The top 10% of Lead Engineer at PwC earn more than ₹30.0 Lakhs per year, and the top 1% earn over ₹30.0 Lakhs per year. Lead Engineer Salaries at PwC 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 8 PwC employees in India.

What is the estimated take home salary of a Lead Engineer at PwC in India?

The estimated take-home salary of a Lead Engineer at PwC in India typically ranges from ₹1,60,729 to ₹1,66,860 per month. This is based on the average salary range of ₹20.0 Lakhs to ₹30.0 Lakhs per year for employees with experience ranging from 7 years to 15 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 8 salaries received from various employees of PwC. Check how we calculate in-hand salary with our in-hand salary calculator.

What are the key skills required to be a Lead Engineer at PwC ?

To be a Lead Engineer at PwC in india, the key skills required include:

- Project Delivery
- Analytical Chemistry
- Information Technology
- Data Analysis
- Data Mining

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

Which companies offer higher salaries than PwC for Lead Engineer in India?

BCG	₹25.0 Lakhs to ₹46.0 Lakhs per year
ZS	₹25.0 Lakhs to ₹55.0 Lakhs per year
Gartner	₹20.0 Lakhs to ₹56.0 Lakhs per year
Deloitte	₹13.8 Lakhs to ₹48.4 Lakhs per year
McKinsey & Company	₹23.2 Lakhs to ₹36.3 Lakhs per year

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

What is the salary of a Lead Engineer in companies similar to PwC in India?

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

Ernst & Young	₹12.5 Lakhs to ₹42.8 Lakhs per year
KPMG India	₹13.0 Lakhs to ₹35.0 Lakhs per year
Protiviti	₹19.3 Lakhs to ₹21.9 Lakhs per year
The Smart Cube	₹11.0 Lakhs to ₹16.0 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 Lead Engineer at PwC in India?

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

Experience	Average Salary Range
7 years	₹22.5 Lakhs to ₹41.6 Lakhs per year
8 years	₹21.3 Lakhs to ₹27.3 Lakhs per year
9 years	₹20.0 Lakhs to ₹43.7 Lakhs per year
10 years	₹22.4 Lakhs to ₹28.6 Lakhs per year

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PwC Lead Engineer salary in India ranges between ₹20 Lakhs to ₹30 Lakhs with an average annual salary of ₹. Salary estimates are based on 8 PwC latest salaries received from various employees of PwC.