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Qualcomm Lead Engineer salaries in Bangalore / Bengaluru (Updated 2025)

Annual salary range
5 - 12 years exp.
₹19.3 Lakhs - ₹60 Lakhs
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121% more than the average Lead Engineer Salary in Semiconductors Companies for 5 - 12 years of experience

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Salaries in different departments

Engineering - Software & QA
Lead Engineer Salary
7 - 12 years exp. (33 salaries)
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₹19.3 L/yr - ₹60 L/yr

Research & Development
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6 - 10 years exp. (5 salaries)
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₹24 L/yr - ₹36.3 L/yr

Engineering - Hardware & Networks
Lead Engineer Salary
6 - 12 years exp. (4 salaries)
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₹21 L/yr - ₹38.4 L/yr

IT & Information Security
Lead Engineer Salary
11 - 12 years exp. (3 salaries)
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₹25 L/yr - ₹35.9 L/yr

Last Updated: 10 Mar 2025

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Qualcomm Lead Engineer Salary

5 - 12 years exp. (74 salaries)

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₹19.3 L/yr - ₹60 L/yr

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NXP Semiconductors Lead Engineer Salary

6 - 10 years exp. (23 salaries)

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₹22 L/yr - ₹35.6 L/yr

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Intel Lead Engineer Salary

5 - 12 years exp. (23 salaries)

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₹20.1 L/yr - ₹50 L/yr

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Lam Research Lead Engineer Salary

9 - 10 years exp. (12 salaries)

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₹19.8 L/yr - ₹33 L/yr

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Texas Instruments Lead Engineer Salary

4 - 15 years exp. (8 salaries)

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₹20 L/yr - ₹66 L/yr

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5 - 10 years exp. (6 salaries)

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Lead Engineer salary at Qualcomm ranges between ₹19.3 Lakhs to ₹60 Lakhs per year for employees with experience between 5 years to 12 years. Salary estimates are based on 74 latest salaries received from various employees of Qualcomm.

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Experience wise Qualcomm Lead Engineer salaries in Bangalore / Bengaluru

Last Updated: 10 Mar 2025

Experience Avg Annual Salary
5 years  (6 salaries)

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₹27.1 L/yr - ₹50 L/yr
6 years  (4 salaries)

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₹27.5 L/yr - ₹66.1 L/yr
7 years  (12 salaries)

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₹20 L/yr - ₹60 L/yr
8 years  (18 salaries)

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₹19.3 L/yr - ₹51 L/yr
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₹22 L/yr - ₹45 L/yr
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Qualcomm Lead Engineer Salary and Career Growth

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    Senior Staff Engineer 10 - 20 years exp.
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    Disclaimer: Our data limits the visualization of this career path at this point. However, other roles and opportunities might be available within the organization beyond what is shown here.

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    Top skills at Qualcomm for Lead Engineer

    Staffing Python Computer science RF Simulation C++ Analog Hardware Design Circuit Designing SOC Packaging Perl Debugging Automation Python

    Salary related reviews for Qualcomm

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    Rated by 4 employees for salary & benefits

    Engineering - Software & QA Department

    3.0
      •  posted on 18 Jul 2021

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    Compensation is competitive and is on the higher side in the industry atleast in India.

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    • Salary - Excellent
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    WLB is non-existent mostly. Managers unapologetically expect engineers to work extra hours every day, weekends also. If you prove you can do the task, brace yourself for more tasks citing efficiency as the reason. Stress is a regular affair.

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    • Work satisfaction - Poor
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    Engineering - Software & QA Department

    4.0
      •  posted on 14 Jun 2024

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    Good salaries Manageable work life balance (depends on the team though) Great job security (in Qualcomm India) Good culture Meals and cabs available Quite a big gym in the campus

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    • Salary - Good
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    ...and QC doesn't easily let go of any employee. So, some people are enjoying Govt. job like job satisfaction with much better pay. HR needs to do a much better job in bringing the right talent to the hiring managers and also, in organising employee engagement activities.

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    Engineering - Software & QA Department

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    Salary and other benefits very good. They gave good amount of hikes and shares to employees

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    • Salary - Excellent
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    Work life balance is very bad. Very high toxic environment created with high micro managent. Not good gor fresher's as the people here don't help each other in work as the feel like the other person is competitor to each other

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    Working on Technical things, non-technical is very less.

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    ...in, not much scope for wider growth 4. Upper management sounds non-technical 5. Pay is average and not as per experience 6. Groupism and favoritism across team 7. No clear direction for promo 8. No appreciation

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    Engineering - Software & QA Department

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    Good pay. Work gives satisfaction but at the same time it gets too hectic( believe me engineers have to stay in office till midnight also if the work is not complete)

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    • Salary - Good

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    Managers micro manage team members and there is a lot of politics involved in work assignment and appraisals. The complaints don't get heard even at higher levels due to politics(since managers and above have been there for around 15 years together so basically you cannot complain about any issue as higher management people have worked together for a long time). Not so open work culture overall.

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    Qualcomm Lead Engineer Salary FAQs

    What is the salary of Lead Engineer at Qualcomm in Bangalore / Bengaluru?
    The average salary of a Lead Engineer at Qualcomm in Bangalore / Bengaluru typically ranges from ₹19.3 Lakhs to ₹60.0 Lakhs per year, depending on experience (from 5 years to 12 years).

    The top 10% of Lead Engineer in Bangalore / Bengaluru at Qualcomm earn more than ₹45.5 Lakhs per year, and the top 1% earn over ₹58.8 Lakhs per year. Lead Engineer Salaries at Qualcomm 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 70+ Qualcomm employees in India.
    What is the estimated take home salary of a Lead Engineer at Qualcomm in Bangalore / Bengaluru?
    The estimated take-home salary of a Lead Engineer at Qualcomm in Bangalore / Bengaluru typically ranges from ₹2,12,304 to ₹2,20,767 per month. This is based on the average salary range of ₹19.3 Lakhs to ₹60.0 Lakhs per year for employees with experience ranging from 5 years to 12 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 70+ salaries received from various employees of Qualcomm. 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 Qualcomm in Bangalore / Bengaluru?
    To be a Lead Engineer at Qualcomm in Bangalore / Bengaluru, the key skills required include:

    • - Staffing
    • - Python
    • - Computer science
    • - RF
    • - Simulation

    These skills are highly valued at Qualcomm and are crucial for successful performance in a Software Engineering role.
    Which companies offer higher salaries than Qualcomm for Lead Engineer in India?
    Texas Instruments ₹20.0 Lakhs to ₹66.0 Lakhs per year

    These companies are known for offering competitive compensation packages that can exceed the salary offered by Qualcomm, depending on the role and experience level.
    What is the salary of a Lead Engineer in companies similar to Qualcomm in Bangalore / Bengaluru?
    The salary of a Lead Engineer at companies similar to Qualcomm in Bangalore / Bengaluru varies, depending on the role, experience, and company size. Here are the typical salary ranges:

    Intel ₹20.1 Lakhs to ₹50.0 Lakhs per year
    Lam Research ₹19.8 Lakhs to ₹33.0 Lakhs per year
    NXP Semiconductors ₹22.0 Lakhs to ₹35.6 Lakhs per year
    Cadence Design Systems ₹18.0 Lakhs to ₹33.3 Lakhs per year
    Applied Materials ₹4.0 Lakhs to ₹17.3 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 Qualcomm in Bangalore / Bengaluru?
    The salary growth for a Lead Engineer at Qualcomm in Bangalore / Bengaluru depends on factors such as experience, performance, and promotions. On average, a Lead Engineer in Bangalore / Bengaluru can expect the following growth trajectory at Qualcomm:

    Experience Average Salary Range
    5 years ₹27.1 Lakhs to ₹50.0 Lakhs per year
    6 years ₹27.5 Lakhs to ₹66.1 Lakhs per year
    7 years ₹20.0 Lakhs to ₹60.0 Lakhs per year
    8 years ₹19.3 Lakhs to ₹51.0 Lakhs per year
    and so on.

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    Qualcomm Lead Engineer salary in Bangalore / Bengaluru ranges between ₹19.3 Lakhs to ₹60 Lakhs with an average annual salary of ₹unlock blur. Salary estimates are based on 74 Qualcomm latest salaries received from various employees of Qualcomm.