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Wipro Lead Engineer salaries in Chennai (Updated 2025)

Annual salary range
5 - 13 years exp.
₹9.3 Lakhs - ₹35 Lakhs
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62% more than the average Lead Engineer Salary in IT Services & Consulting Companies for 5 - 13 years of experience

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Engineering - Software & QA
Lead Engineer Salary
6 - 13 years exp. (65 salaries)
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₹8.9 L/yr - ₹34 L/yr

IT & Information Security
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7 - 12 years exp. (24 salaries)
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₹13 L/yr - ₹26.5 L/yr

Engineering - Hardware & Networks
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8 - 13 years exp. (16 salaries)
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₹15 L/yr - ₹25 L/yr

Data Science & Analytics
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5 - 7 years exp. (3 salaries)
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₹16.5 L/yr - ₹30 L/yr

Last Updated: 29 Mar 2025

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Tech Mahindra Lead Engineer Salary

7 - 15 years exp. (19 salaries)

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Cognizant Lead Engineer Salary

3 - 13 years exp. (10 salaries)

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₹8 L/yr - ₹30 L/yr

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7 - 13 years exp. (5 salaries)

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₹12 L/yr - ₹24 L/yr

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Accenture Lead Engineer Salary

6 - 10 years exp. (4 salaries)

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₹15 L/yr - ₹20.1 L/yr

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6 - 10 years exp. (4 salaries)

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₹9 L/yr - ₹27 L/yr

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8 - 14 years exp. (3 salaries)

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₹10.8 L/yr - ₹21 L/yr

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NTT Data Lead Engineer Salary

5 - 9 years exp. (3 salaries)

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₹14 L/yr - ₹21.8 L/yr

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Lead Engineer salary at Wipro ranges between ₹9.3 Lakhs to ₹35 Lakhs per year for employees with experience between 5 years to 13 years. Salary estimates are based on 119 latest salaries received from various employees of Wipro.

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Experience wise Wipro Lead Engineer salaries in Chennai

Last Updated: 29 Mar 2025

Experience Avg Annual Salary
5 years (AmbitionBox Estimate)

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₹18.5 L/yr - ₹23.6 L/yr
6 years  (4 salaries)

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₹9.4 L/yr - ₹21 L/yr
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₹10.5 L/yr - ₹30 L/yr
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₹17 L/yr - ₹29 L/yr
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₹9.2 L/yr - ₹35 L/yr
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Top skills at Wipro for Lead Engineer

Python SQL Data Science Machine Learning SCCM AWS Patching Natural Language Processing GCP Powershell Artificial Intelligence C++ Keras API Gateway 3GPP

Salary related reviews for Wipro

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Rated by 3 employees for salary & benefits

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Engineering - Software & QA Department

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Nothing its horrible due to office politics

Dislikes

...anager can call u in night 2 and if u don’t respond they will scold you as u r a school going kid No appraisal at all No benefits Bonus cuts You are expected to work on weekends

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  • Salary - Bad
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Engineering - Software & QA Department

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Likes

Job security is there. Work culture is nice and relaxing overall but depends on project. Company policies are good and employees friendly.

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  • Skill development - Excellent
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Dislikes

Annual hike is very minimal. Apart from salary there is no monetarily benefits.

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Engineering - Software & QA Department

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Upskill tie ups are good.

  • Job security - Good

Dislikes

... based on certifications you pursue which is a reason to provoke your promotion. Salary hike is a joke.

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  • Salary - Poor
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Customer Success, Service & Operations Department

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There is nothing to like apart from the fact that the company won't fire you until you have done something very serious

  • Job security - Excellent
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Salary and hike structure is very bad also you will find boot lickers everywhere

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Other Department

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1.Good work-life balance 2.Supportive team and management 3.Learning and growth opportunities 4.Job security and employee benefits

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  • Salary - Good
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1.Limited salary hikes 2.Work pressure during peak times 3.Slow promotion process 4.Need for better work-life balance in some projects

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Wipro Lead Engineer Salary FAQs

What is the salary of Lead Engineer at Wipro in Chennai?
The average salary of a Lead Engineer at Wipro in Chennai typically ranges from ₹9.3 Lakhs to ₹35.0 Lakhs per year, depending on experience (from 5 years to 13 years).

The top 10% of Lead Engineer in Chennai at Wipro earn more than ₹30.0 Lakhs per year, and the top 1% earn over ₹35.0 Lakhs per year. Lead Engineer Salaries at Wipro 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 100+ Wipro employees in India.
What is the estimated take home salary of a Lead Engineer at Wipro in Chennai?
The estimated take-home salary of a Lead Engineer at Wipro in Chennai typically ranges from ₹1,41,660 to ₹1,46,929 per month. This is based on the average salary range of ₹9.3 Lakhs to ₹35.0 Lakhs per year for employees with experience ranging from 5 years to 13 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 100+ salaries received from various employees of Wipro. 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 Wipro in Chennai?
To be a Lead Engineer at Wipro in Chennai, the key skills required include:

  • - Python
  • - SQL
  • - Data Science
  • - Machine Learning
  • - SCCM

These skills are highly valued at Wipro and are crucial for successful performance in a Software Engineering role.
What is the salary of a Lead Engineer in companies similar to Wipro in Chennai?
The salary of a Lead Engineer at companies similar to Wipro in Chennai varies, depending on the role, experience, and company size. Here are the typical salary ranges:

UST ₹11.1 Lakhs to ₹35.0 Lakhs per year
NTT Data ₹14.0 Lakhs to ₹21.8 Lakhs per year
Accenture ₹15.0 Lakhs to ₹20.1 Lakhs per year
Tech Mahindra ₹8.1 Lakhs to ₹29.0 Lakhs per year
Cognizant ₹8.0 Lakhs to ₹30.0 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 Wipro in Chennai?
The salary growth for a Lead Engineer at Wipro 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 Wipro:

Experience Average Salary Range
5 years ₹18.5 Lakhs to ₹23.6 Lakhs per year
6 years ₹9.4 Lakhs to ₹21.0 Lakhs per year
7 years ₹10.5 Lakhs to ₹30.0 Lakhs per year
8 years ₹17.0 Lakhs to ₹29.0 Lakhs per year
and so on.

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Wipro Lead Engineer salary in Chennai ranges between ₹9.3 Lakhs to ₹35 Lakhs with an average annual salary of ₹unlock blur. Salary estimates are based on 119 Wipro latest salaries received from various employees of Wipro.