ThoughtWorks Chennai Data Engineer Salaries by 10 Employees (Updated 2025)

2 - 5 years exp.

₹12 Lakhs - ₹30 Lakhs

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67% more than the average Data Engineer Salary in IT Services & Consulting Companies for 2 - 5 years of experience

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Data Science & Analytics Data Engineer Salary 3 - 5 years exp. (4 salaries)	₹13.8 L/yr - ₹30 L/yr
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Engineering - Software & QA Data Engineer Salary 2 - 4 years exp. (AmbitionBox Estimate)	₹12 L/yr - ₹20.7 L/yr

Last Updated: 5 Mar 2025

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ThoughtWorks Data Engineer Salary

2 - 5 years exp. (10 salaries)

₹12 L/yr - ₹30 L/yr

Company name	Avg Annual Salary	Open Jobs
Movate Data Engineer Salary 1 - 5 years exp. (19 salaries)	₹3 L/yr - ₹9 L/yr 69% less
HTC Global Services Data Engineer Salary 2 - 5 years exp. (16 salaries)	₹10 L/yr - ₹20.1 L/yr 33% less	1 job opening
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Synechron Data Engineer Salary 3 - 9 years exp. (9 salaries)	₹12 L/yr - ₹23 L/yr 4% more	1 job opening
Sopra Steria Data Engineer Salary 2 - 5 years exp. (8 salaries)	₹7 L/yr - ₹12 L/yr 44% less
TransUnion Data Engineer Salary 1 - 5 years exp. (8 salaries)	₹8 L/yr - ₹12 L/yr 38% less
TEKsystems Data Engineer Salary 1 - 4 years exp. (6 salaries)	₹5 L/yr - ₹13.5 L/yr 52% less
Concentrix Catalyst Data Engineer Salary 3 - 5 years exp. (4 salaries)	₹7 L/yr - ₹13.5 L/yr 36% less	1 job opening
Collabera Technologies Data Engineer Salary 4 - 6 years exp. (4 salaries)	₹8 L/yr - ₹15 L/yr 39% less
Expleo Solutions Data Engineer Salary 3 - 7 years exp. (3 salaries)	₹4.8 L/yr - ₹18.6 L/yr 45% less

Data Engineer salary at ThoughtWorks ranges between ₹12 Lakhs to ₹30 Lakhs per year for employees with experience between 2 years to 5 years. Salary estimates are based on 10 latest salaries received from various employees of ThoughtWorks.

Latest annual salaries shared by ThoughtWorks Data Engineer in Chennai

1mo ago

₹30 Lakhs

5 years exp.

2mo ago

₹12 Lakhs

2 years exp.

2mo ago

₹13.9 Lakhs

2 years exp.

2mo ago

₹13.8 Lakhs

4 years exp.

2mo ago

₹20.7 Lakhs

4 years exp.

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3 years exp.

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3 years exp.

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Experience wise ThoughtWorks Data Engineer salaries in Chennai

Last Updated: 5 Mar 2025

Experience	Avg Annual Salary
2 years (3 salaries)	₹12 L/yr - ₹28.9 L/yr
3 years (3 salaries)	₹13.8 L/yr - ₹30.3 L/yr
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4 years (3 salaries)	₹13.8 L/yr - ₹26 L/yr
5 years (AmbitionBox Estimate)	₹16.5 L/yr - ₹21.1 L/yr

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Data Processing Open Source Distribution System TDD Data Architecture HBase Data Quality Coding NoSQL Spark Hadoop Java Software Development Python SCALA

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What is the salary of Data Engineer at ThoughtWorks in Chennai?

The average salary of a Data Engineer at ThoughtWorks in Chennai typically ranges from ₹12.0 Lakhs to ₹30.0 Lakhs per year, depending on experience (from 2 years to 5 years).

The top 10% of Data Engineer in Chennai at ThoughtWorks earn more than ₹28.0 Lakhs per year, and the top 1% earn over ₹30.0 Lakhs per year. Data Engineer Salaries at ThoughtWorks 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 10 ThoughtWorks employees in India.

What is the estimated take home salary of a Data Engineer at ThoughtWorks in Chennai?

The estimated take-home salary of a Data Engineer at ThoughtWorks in Chennai typically ranges from ₹1,16,368 to ₹1,19,618 per month. This is based on the average salary range of ₹12.0 Lakhs to ₹30.0 Lakhs per year for employees with experience ranging from 2 years to 5 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 10 salaries received from various employees of ThoughtWorks. Check how we calculate in-hand salary with our in-hand salary calculator.

What are the key skills required to be a Data Engineer at ThoughtWorks in Chennai?

To be a Data Engineer at ThoughtWorks in Chennai, the key skills required include:

- Data Processing
- Open Source
- Distribution System
- TDD
- Data Architecture

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

Which companies offer higher salaries than ThoughtWorks for Data Engineer in India?

Synechron

₹12.0 Lakhs to ₹23.0 Lakhs per year

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

What is the salary of a Data Engineer in companies similar to ThoughtWorks in Chennai?

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

HTC Global Services	₹10.0 Lakhs to ₹20.1 Lakhs per year
Concentrix Catalyst	₹7.0 Lakhs to ₹13.5 Lakhs per year
TransUnion	₹8.0 Lakhs to ₹12.0 Lakhs per year
Collabera Technologies	₹8.0 Lakhs to ₹15.0 Lakhs per year
Sopra Steria	₹7.0 Lakhs to ₹12.0 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 Data Engineer at ThoughtWorks in Chennai?

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

Experience	Average Salary Range
2 years	₹12.0 Lakhs to ₹28.9 Lakhs per year
3 years	₹13.8 Lakhs to ₹30.3 Lakhs per year
4 years	₹13.8 Lakhs to ₹26.0 Lakhs per year
5 years	₹16.5 Lakhs to ₹21.1 Lakhs per year

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ThoughtWorks Data Engineer salary in Chennai ranges between ₹12 Lakhs to ₹30 Lakhs with an average annual salary of ₹. Salary estimates are based on 10 ThoughtWorks latest salaries received from various employees of ThoughtWorks.