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Tata Communications Lead Engineer salaries in Chennai

Annual salary range
4 - 6 years exp.
₹14 Lakhs - ₹19.5 Lakhs
Salary of majority employees
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₹15.9 Lakhs
Variable (8%)
₹1.3 Lakh
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28% more than the average Lead Engineer Salary in Telecom Companies for 4 - 6 years of experience

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Last Updated: 14 Sep 2024

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Lead Engineer salary at Tata Communications ranges between ₹14 Lakhs to ₹19.5 Lakhs per year for employees with experience between 4 years to 6 years. Salary estimates are based on 7 latest salaries received from various employees of Tata Communications.

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Experience wise Tata Communications Lead Engineer salaries in Chennai

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Experience Avg Annual Salary
4 years  (3 salaries)

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₹14 L/yr - ₹18.2 L/yr
5 years  (3 salaries)

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₹16.3 L/yr - ₹18.5 L/yr
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₹15.4 L/yr - ₹19.6 L/yr

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Top skills at Tata Communications for Lead Engineer

Linux Coding Scrum Software Design Unit Testing Operations Monitoring Test Design Technical Documentation Ansible Clustering SDLC Shell Scripting Agile Storage

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Production, Manufacturing & Engineering Department

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  •  posted on 21 Aug 2024

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Good number of leaves. Flexible timings. Freedom in all aspects of work.

  • Salary - Good
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...chances of ending up in a toxic team (Team members trashing other members work). Pay gets normalized eventually, so motivation to go above average is pretty much unnecessary.

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Engineering - Software & QA Department

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Full of politics Micro management Managers will give

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Full of politics Micro management Management will give you 0 hike and 0 variable pay I you're not slave to them If you tell anything technical which your manager don't you're done for Such a bad company spoiled many employees life

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Engineering - Software & QA Department

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1.good Work life balance 2. good learning

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1 . No Hike 2 gender discrimination ( say if ur woman hard to get WFH due to pregnancy) 3. sometimes don't get leaves 4. Management / Managers behaves like school. 5. no career growth

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Service Delivery Department

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Company written policy... but people manager not following the policy.... few of manager run the team with micro management.

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Nothing in particular.

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...our scope) then the managers will ensure that your variable is not given to you.( variable which is part of salary is also given yearly) In Captive SOC the customers are not behaved and insults everyone working over here( they don't even spare seniors like leads and managers). This is not the organization to grow your career or learn anything as there is no respect of your work in this organization. Please refrain from joining the captive SOC projects in this organization.

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Tata Communications Lead Engineer Salary FAQs

What is the salary of Lead Engineer at Tata Communications in Chennai?
The average salary of a Lead Engineer at Tata Communications in Chennai typically ranges from ₹14.0 Lakhs to ₹19.5 Lakhs per year, depending on experience (from 4 years to 6 years).

The top 10% of Lead Engineer in Chennai at Tata Communications earn more than ₹19.3 Lakhs per year, and the top 1% earn over ₹19.5 Lakhs per year. Lead Engineer Salaries at Tata Communications 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 7 Tata Communications employees in India.
What is the estimated take home salary of a Lead Engineer at Tata Communications in Chennai?
The estimated take-home salary of a Lead Engineer at Tata Communications in Chennai typically ranges from ₹1,16,288 to ₹1,19,536 per month. This is based on the average salary range of ₹14.0 Lakhs to ₹19.5 Lakhs per year for employees with experience ranging from 4 years to 6 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 7 salaries received from various employees of Tata Communications. 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 Tata Communications in Chennai?
To be a Lead Engineer at Tata Communications in Chennai, the key skills required include:

  • - Linux
  • - Coding
  • - Scrum
  • - Software Design
  • - Unit Testing

These skills are highly valued at Tata Communications and are crucial for successful performance in a Software Engineering role.
Which companies offer higher salaries than Tata Communications for Lead Engineer in India?
Verizon ₹19.5 Lakhs to ₹27.5 Lakhs per year
Mahindra & Mahindra ₹9.5 Lakhs to ₹28.0 Lakhs per year

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

Nokia ₹8.5 Lakhs to ₹20.0 Lakhs per year
HCL Group ₹4.5 Lakhs to ₹15.3 Lakhs per year
HCLTech ₹4.0 Lakhs to ₹14.0 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 Tata Communications in Chennai?
The salary growth for a Lead Engineer at Tata Communications in Chennai depends on factors such as experience, performance, and promotions. On average, a Lead Engineer in Chennai can expect the following growth trajectory at Tata Communications:

Experience Average Salary Range
4 years ₹14.0 Lakhs to ₹18.2 Lakhs per year
5 years ₹16.3 Lakhs to ₹18.5 Lakhs per year
6 years ₹15.4 Lakhs to ₹19.6 Lakhs per year
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Tata Communications Lead Engineer salary in Chennai ranges between ₹14 Lakhs to ₹19.5 Lakhs with an average annual salary of ₹unlock blur. Salary estimates are based on 7 Tata Communications latest salaries received from various employees of Tata Communications.